Crystal,
Thank you for taking the time to contact us.
A minute amount of sodium lauryl sulfate is used in the manufacturing of
the pharmaceutical grade hard gelatin capsules by the capsule manufacturer
to keep the capsule shells from becoming brittle and cracking during the
filling process and shipment of the product. Desiccant packets are placed
in the Cosequin bottles to absorb moisture, which keeps the product fresh
and extends shelf life to assure a fully active product. Without sodium
lauryl sulfate, the gelatin capsule would become brittle from moisture loss
and lead to broken and cracked capsules in the bottle. As a "sprinkle
capsule", the contents can be emptied from the gelatin capsule onto the
pet's food, and the empty capsule shell discarded.
If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at
1-888-886-6442. We are here Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
EST.
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