Type: Hydrolyzed marine ingredient
Source: Hydrolyzed crustaceans (e.g., shrimp or crab)
Crustacea Hydrolysate in Dog and Cat Food
Crustacea hydrolysate is a processed marine-derived ingredient used for palatability and protein contribution.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
It is added to pet food products to:
- Enhance flavor
- Provide marine-derived protein fragments
- Improve food acceptance
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Specialty formulas
- EU-labeled products
Label Context
Hydrolysates are processed to break proteins into smaller components.
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Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.