Calcium Carbonate in Pet Food

Grade A0 pts deductedNutrients

What It Is

"A calcium source, often derived from ground limestone or oyster shell."

Health Impact

A standard, inexpensive way to balance a food's calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, especially in formulas without much bone content. Safe and well-established; the main risk with calcium is only ever in the overall formula balance, not this ingredient itself.

Why This Grade

No known safety, allergen, sourcing, or regulatory concerns. Full marks — 0 pts deducted.

Sources & Further Reading

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calcium Carbonate safe for dogs and cats?

Rated A (0 pts) by PetPro-tectors™. A standard, inexpensive way to balance a food's calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, especially in formulas without much bone content. Safe and well-established; the main risk with calcium is only ever in the overall formula balance, not this ingredient itself.

What is Calcium Carbonate in pet food?

A calcium source, often derived from ground limestone or oyster shell.

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Sources: FDA, AAFCO Official Publication, National Toxicology Program,
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines, Journal of Animal Science.

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