Safety Rating: Avoid
Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) is an artificial color additive approved by the FDA for use in pet food, but some studies have linked it to hyperactivity in sensitive animals and humans. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also reviewed its safety and recommends further research on potential behavioral effects.
| Product | Brand | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Small Dog Food Roasted Chicken, Rice & Vegetables Flavor | Pedigree | 53/100 — Fair |
| Friskies pollo coniglio | Friskies | 39/100 — Poor |
| Tender & Crunchy Combo | Friskies | 39/100 — Poor |
| Party Mix | Friskies | 39/100 — Poor |
| JUMBO OS A MACHER | Pedigree | 36/100 — Poor |
| Pedigree Dog Food | Pedigree | 36/100 — Poor |
| Chews Flavor Twists dog snacks | Milk Bone | 31/100 — Very Poor |
| Purina Cat Chow Complete Adult Dry Cat Food 20 lb | Purina Cat Chow | 30/100 — Very Poor |
| 9Lives Daily Essentials Dry Cat Food 20 lb | 9Lives | 26/100 — Very Poor |