"Synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth."
Can react with Vitamin C in food to form benzene, a known carcinogen. The combination of sodium benzoate and ascorbic acid in the same product is a red flag. Score: 3.5/10.
A meaningful red flag: an unnamed source, heavy processing into a by-product or digest form, or documented regulatory scrutiny in at least one country. -4 pts deducted.
Rated D (-4 pts) by PetPro-tectors™. Can react with Vitamin C in food to form benzene, a known carcinogen. The combination of sodium benzoate and ascorbic acid in the same product is a red flag. Score: 3.5/10.
Synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth.