C4® Original, Pre-Workout, Cherry Popsicle®, 8.8 oz (249 g)
Product Analysis
Transparency Very Good
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) | 3.4 mg | 200% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) | 100 mcg DFE | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) | 6 mcg | 250% |
| Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) | 225 mg | 41% |
| Muscular Endurance & Performance Booster | 4.5 g | † |
| CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine | 2 g | — |
| Velox® Patented Performance Blend | — | — |
| L-Citrulline | 1.2 g | — |
| L-Arginine | 1.2 g | — |
| PeptiPump® Bioactive Lentil peptides | 100 mg | — |
| Creatine Nitrate (as N03-TR) | 1 g | † |
| Explosive Energy & Focus Complex | 205 mg | † |
| Caffeine Anhydrous | 200 mg | — |
| Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata) aerial parts extract (std. 1% Huperzine A) | 5 mg | — |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) Good
- Folate (as 6S-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) Good
- Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
- Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) Poor
- Muscular Endurance & Performance Booster Fair
- CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine Good
- L-Citrulline Good
- L-Arginine Good
- PeptiPump® Bioactive Lentil peptides Fair
- Creatine Nitrate (as N03-TR) Fair
- Explosive Energy & Focus Complex Fair
- Caffeine Anhydrous Good
- Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata) aerial parts extract (std. 1% Huperzine A) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Malic Acid
- Silicon Dioxide
- Citric Acid
- Calcium Silicate
- Vegetable Juice Powder (Color)
- Natural & Artificial Flavors
- Sucralose
- Acesulfame Potassium
Efficacy Poor
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 3.4 mg Effective
- Folate (as 6S-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) 100 mcg DFE Under-dosed
- Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 6 mcg Effective
- Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 225 mg Under-dosed
- CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine 2 g Under-dosed
- L-Citrulline 1.2 g Under-dosed
- L-Arginine 1.2 g Under-dosed
- Creatine Nitrate (as N03-TR) 1 g Under-dosed
- Caffeine Anhydrous 200 mg Effective
- Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata) aerial parts extract (std. 1% Huperzine A) 5 mg High
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1 g | <1% ** |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | |
| Includes 0 g Added Sugars | 0% ** | |
| Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) | 3.4 mg | 200% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) | 100 mcg DFE | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) | 6 mcg | 250% |
| Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) | 225 mg | 41% |
| Muscular Endurance & Performance Booster | 4.5 g | † |
| CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine | 2 g | |
| Velox® Patented Performance Blend | ||
| L-Citrulline | 1.2 g | |
| L-Arginine | 1.2 g | |
| PeptiPump® Bioactive Lentil peptides | 100 mg | |
| Creatine Nitrate (as N03-TR) | 1 g | † |
| Explosive Energy & Focus Complex | 205 mg | † |
| Caffeine Anhydrous | 200 mg | |
| Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata) aerial parts extract (std. 1% Huperzine A) | 5 mg |
Other Ingredients
Malic Acid Safe
Silicon Dioxide Safe
Citric Acid Safe
Calcium Silicate Safe
Natural & Artificial Flavors Generally_safe
Sucralose Generally_safe
Acesulfame Potassium Generally_safe
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Certifications
3 certifications
Transparency
1 claim
Violation History
6 incidents
Is C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout a good supplement?
C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout, Cherry Popsicle®, 8.8 oz (249 g) received a product quality score of 75/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 18 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 8 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, C4 / Cellucor, holds a brand trust score of 78/100 with 3 verified certifications including Health Canada Licensed, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections.
What are the ingredients in C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout?
C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout contains 18 active ingredients: Calories (10), Total Carbohydrate (1 g), Total Sugars (0 g), Includes 0 g Added Sugars, Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) (3.4 mg), Folate (as 6S-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt) (100 mcg DFE), and 12 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B12 at 250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout safe to take?
C4 / Cellucor C4® Original, Pre-Workout, Cherry Popsicle®, 8.8 oz (249 g) has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.
Is C4 / Cellucor a trustworthy supplement brand?
C4 / Cellucor receives a brand trust score of 78/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, the company offers 60 products in their lineup. They hold 3 verified certifications including Health Canada Licensed, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: C4 / Cellucor has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.
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