Zinc sulfate
supplement ingredient
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.
Other names on labels: zinc sulphate
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.6 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 43 products
Products containing zinc sulfate
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about zinc sulfate
Is Zinc sulfate good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
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.
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How many UK dog foods contain zinc sulfate?
43 UK products list zinc sulfate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is zinc sulfate called on labels?
Manufacturers can also list it as zinc sulphate. We match this 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.