Type: Mineral salt / functional additive
Source: Sodium phosphate (phosphate salt)
SODIUM PHOSPHATE in Dog and Cat Food
Sodium phosphate is a phosphate salt used in some pet foods for functional formulation purposes and to contribute certain minerals depending on the specific phosphate form used.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
- Helps support formulation and processing needs in some recipes
- May contribute to mineral balance depending on the diet design
- Used to help maintain consistent product texture or stability
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Canned/wet dog food
- Gravy and stew-style formulas
- Commercial diets where phosphate salts support processing or formulation
Label Context
Phosphate salts can be used for functional reasons (like stability) and are typically included in small amounts.
Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.