Zinc sulfate
supplement · base score 0.6 · also listed as zinc sulfate, zinc sulphate
What is it?
Zinc sulfate is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.6 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 40 products
- Also listed as
- zinc sulfate, zinc sulphate
Common questions about zinc sulfate
Is Zinc sulfate good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain zinc sulfate?
40 UK products list zinc sulfate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is zinc sulfate called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: zinc sulfate, zinc sulphate. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade zinc sulfate?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. 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 is zinc sulfate in dog food?
Zinc sulphate, also spelled zinc sulfate, is an inorganic mineral salt added to dog food as a source of zinc. Zinc is an essential trace mineral for dogs and must be supplied through the diet.
Is zinc sulfate safe for dogs?
Zinc sulphate is commonly used in commercial dog foods and is safe at regulated inclusion levels. Some dogs may be sensitive to certain ingredients, so speak to your vet if you notice any reactions.
