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tricalcium phosphate

A common phosphate additive used to supplement calcium and adjust food texture. As an inorganic phosphate with high bioavailability, long-term intake accelerates CKD progression. CKD pets should strictly avoid.

Other common names: TCP, calcium phosphate tribasic, tribasic calcium phosphate, 磷酸三鈣, リン酸三カルシウム

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Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine, veterinary literature. For reference only, not medical advice. If poisoning is suspected, seek veterinary care immediately.