Type: Vitamin (Vitamin C source)
Source: Vitamin supplement (stabilized form)
L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate in Dog and Cat Food
L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate is a stabilized form of Vitamin C used in some animal nutrition formulas. Labels may include this ingredient as a Vitamin C source.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
It may be included to:
- Provide Vitamin C in a stable supplemental form
- Support vitamin premix formulations
- Help maintain consistent nutrient targets across batches
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Dry kibble with added vitamins
- Specialty or functional formulas
- Foods listing vitamin supplements
Label Context
Vitamin C may be listed under different names (ascorbic acid, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate). The form used depends on the manufacturer’s formulation choices.
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Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.