Zinc Proteinate
supplement · base score 0.8 · also listed as zinc proteinate, zinc amino acid chelate
What is it?
Zinc Proteinate is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 92 products
- Also listed as
- zinc proteinate, zinc amino acid chelate
Common questions about zinc proteinate
Is Zinc Proteinate 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 zinc proteinate?
92 UK products list zinc proteinate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is zinc proteinate called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: zinc proteinate, zinc amino acid chelate. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade zinc proteinate?
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.
Is zinc proteinate better than zinc oxide for dogs?
Chelated zinc sources like zinc proteinate are often considered more readily absorbed than inorganic forms such as zinc oxide. Both can meet a dog's zinc needs when used correctly in complete foods. Speak to your vet if your dog shows signs of poor coat or skin condition.
