Type: Processing aid
Source: Municipal or purified water
Water Sufficient for Processing in Dog and Cat Food
Water is added during manufacturing and largely removed during cooking or drying.
Why It Appears on Pet Food Labels
- Used for nutritional, functional, or formulation purposes
- Included to meet recipe or processing requirements
Where It Is Commonly Found
- Dry kibble
- Wet food
- Commercial pet diets
Label Context
This ingredient may appear exactly as listed or as part of a premix depending on manufacturer labeling.
Educational Note
This page is part of the PetFoodDecoded Label Ingredient Library and is provided for educational reference only.