Type: Vitamin (B-complex, Vitamin B9)
Source: Vitamin supplement
Folic Acid in Dog and Cat Food
Folic acid is a supplemental form of folate (Vitamin B9). It is commonly included in vitamin premixes for nutritional completeness.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
Folic acid may be included to:
- Provide Vitamin B9 as part of a vitamin premix
- Support consistent nutrient targets across batches
- Help meet formulated nutritional requirements
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Dry kibble
- Wet food
- Foods listing added vitamins
Label Context
Vitamin additions may appear under several names (biotin, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, folic acid). The specific mix depends on the formula.
For pet-specific considerations, use the ingredient scan tool.
Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.