Citric Acid
What it's doing there
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The concern
None recorded in our references for topical use as directed.
How sure are we
Low. There is thin published information about this ingredient. Treat anything on this page — including our own rating — with more skepticism than usual.
How this affects a score
In any product containing it, this ingredient lowers Evidence Confidence. See the full formula →
Products containing Citric Acid
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A high score does not mean a product is right for your pet, and a low score does not mean it is dangerous. An individual animal can react to an ingredient that scores well here, and a product with a mediocre score may be exactly what your vet recommends.
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