Zinc Oxide

Type: Trace mineral supplement
Source: Inorganic mineral compound


Zinc Oxide in Dog and Cat Food

Zinc oxide is an inorganic zinc compound used to supply dietary zinc.


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.