A study analyzing 100 cat food products from 62 different brands found widespread contamination with heavy metals, glyphosate, and plastic-related chemicals. Key findings included higher levels of mercury in fish-based foods and elevated lead concentrations in dry cat food. Given that many cats eat the same type of food consistently for years, even low levels of contaminants could lead to significant long-term exposure.
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The analysis was conducted by the Clean Label Project, a nonprofit organization focused on consumer product safety. They purchased these foods from retail locations and tested them for over 122 contaminants, including various heavy metals, pesticides, and chemicals typically formed during the cooking process. The sample included 31 dry, 40 wet, and 29 air-dried or freeze-dried products.
Among the contaminants detected, lead was found in 99% of the products, cadmium in 96%, and arsenic in 94%. The report indicated that the highest lead levels in some products were approximately 3.5 times higher than average. However, it did not define what constitutes a