Tocopherols
additive · base score 1 · also listed as tocopherols
What is it?
Tocopherols is an additive, such as a preservative, flavouring or colouring. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- additive
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 119 products
- Also listed as
- tocopherols
Common questions about tocopherols
Is Tocopherols good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain tocopherols?
119 UK products list tocopherols as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is tocopherols called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: tocopherols. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade tocopherols?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What are tocopherols in dog food?
Tocopherols are compounds that make up vitamin E and are commonly used as natural antioxidants in pet foods. They help slow the oxidation of fats and oils, keeping the food fresher without the need for synthetic preservatives.
Are tocopherols safe for dogs?
Tocopherols are generally recognised as safe when used at normal preservative levels in complete dog foods. They also contribute some vitamin E to the diet.
