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Choline chloride

Also appears on labels as: choline, inositol

The supplemental form of choline, a nutrient grouped with the B vitamins.

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Where it comes from
Chemical synthesis.
Why it's in the product
Cell membrane structure, liver fat metabolism, and neurotransmitter production. Required in every complete diet.
Safety and toxicity
Safe. It is on essentially every panel because the requirement is real.

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Found in 98 scored products

Lowest scores first. Its presence here is not what drove those scores.

Panel Score 60 out of 100, grade C: Proceed with caution
9LivesPlus Carecommunity import
Panel Score 63 out of 100, grade C: Proceed with caution
Meow MixOriginal Choice Dry Cat Food
Panel Score 63 out of 100, grade C: Proceed with caution
PedigreeComplete Nutrition Adult Roasted Chicken, Rice & Vegetable
Panel Score 67 out of 100, grade C: Proceed with caution
PurinaPurina Dog Chowcommunity import
Panel Score 71 out of 100, grade C: Proceed with caution
TemptationsBlock Party BBQcommunity import
Panel Score 75 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
PedigreeSmall Dog Food Roasted Chicken, Rice & Vegetables Flavorcommunity import
Panel Score 76 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Special KittyGourmet Formula Seafood Blend
Panel Score 79 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Purina Cat ChowComplete Chicken Dry Cat Food
Panel Score 79 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
ShebaPerfect Portions Cuts in Gravy Roasted Chicken
Panel Score 79 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
TemptationsTasty Chicken Flavorcommunity import
Panel Score 79 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
TemptationsCreamy dairy flavorcommunity import
Panel Score 82 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Royal CaninFeline Health Nutrition Indoor Adult Morsels in Gravy
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Purina Pro PlanComplete Essentials Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
TemptationsClassic Tasty Chicken Cat Treats
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
FriskiesSurfin' & Turfin' Favorites Dry Cat Food
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
ShebaPerfect Portions Cuts in Gravy Entree with Sustainable Salmon
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Fussie CatPremium Tuna With Chicken Formula In Aspic
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
EarthbornWild Sea Catchcommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Hill's Science DietHill's Science Diet Hairball Controlcommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
HillsPrescription Diet k/d Feline Pâté with Tunacommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Simply NourishOriginal Adult Cat Dry Food, Chicken & Peacommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Next Level Super Premium Pet FoodHero’s Salutecommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Heart to TailPremium Cat Food Turkey & Giblets Entreecommunity import
Panel Score 83 out of 100, grade B: Good, check the flags
Heart to TailDeboned Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe Dog Foodcommunity import

74 more scored products list this ingredient. Showing the 24 lowest-scoring.