Pet Supplements Contain Less Active Ingredients than Labeled
- Minseo Kim
- Apr 22
- 1 min read
April 22, 2025
Minseo Kim
A recent report from the Korea Consumer Agency has revealed that several pet supplements sold in Korea contain far less of their advertised active ingredients. Out of 20 products tested, 8 had significantly lower amounts of key ingredients like glucosamine, chondroitin, and vitamins A and D. One product contained no detectable glucosamine, and others had as little as 1% of the labeled amount.
The agency also reviewed 100 online ads and found that 67 used misleading claims, such as “helps prevent cataracts” or “reduces tartar,” which lack scientific backing and could be mistaken for medical guarantees.
Following the investigation, all misleading advertisements were either deleted, corrected, or the products were removed from sale. Authorities have urged stronger regulations and better monitoring of pet supplement labels and advertising.
Currently, pet supplements are not held to the same standards as human dietary supplements in Korea, raising concerns about product safety and effectiveness.
Experts recommend that pet owners consult veterinarians before using supplements and carefully check ingredient labels rather than relying on promotional claims.
