Category: protein
⚠ Controversial ingredient
The rendered product from mammal tissues, exclusive of blood, hair, hoof, horn, hide trimmings, manure, stomach, and rumen contents. It shall not contain more than 14% indigestible residue.
Generic 'meat meal' does not specify the animal species, making quality control and sourcing transparency difficult. The undefined nature means it could include any mammalian tissue from any source, raising concerns about consistency and traceability.