Type: Mineral salt
Source: Potassium combined with citric acid
Potassium Citrate in Dog and Cat Food
Potassium citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid used in some pet food formulations to support mineral balance.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
Potassium citrate may be included to:
- Provide a dietary source of potassium
- Support mineral balance in formulated diets
- Help achieve targeted urinary formulation goals
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Urinary-support formulas
- Breed-specific diets
- Dry kibble formulations
Label Context
Potassium citrate is one of several potassium sources that may appear on labels, depending on the formula’s design.
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Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.