What is Ethoxyquin and Why Should Pet Owners Care?
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Ethoxyquin (also known as Santoquin, Santoflex, and Quinol, under trademarks) is a chemical preservative that is used in some pet foods to help prevent rancidity in fats. It has been used for various purposes since the 1960s, but the effects of it on humans and animals are potentially harmful. Learn more about this chemical and what you can do to protect your pet below: