Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement supplement bottle
Centrum

Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement Review

What We Researched
25 active ingredients analyzed · 45 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
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Product Score Poor
96
Brand Score Excellent

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Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate) 300 mcg / 1000 IU —
Beta-Carotene 600 mcg / 1000 IU —
Vitamin E (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) 12.6 mg / 28 IU —
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 150 mg —
Folate (folic acid) 0.4 mg —
Vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate) 3.85 mg —
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 3.85 mg —
Niacinamide 14 mg —
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) 5 mg —
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 21.6 mcg —
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 20 mcg / 800 IU —
Biotin 45 mcg —
Pantothenic acid (calcium d-pantothenate) 11 mg —
Vitamin K1 20 mcg —
Calcium (calcium carbonate and phosphate) 400 mg —
Iodine (potassium iodide) 0.15 mg —
Iron (ferrous fumarate) 7.5 mg —
Magnesium (magnesium oxide) 64 mg —
Copper (cupric sulfate) 0.9 mg —
Manganese (manganese sulfate) 5 mg —
Chromium (chromium chloride) 25 mcg —
Selenium (sodium selenate) 55 mcg —
Zinc (zinc oxide) 8 mg —
Lutein (marigold flower tagetes erecta) 1000 mcg —
Lycopene 600 mcg —
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate) Good
  • Beta-Carotene Fair
  • Vitamin E (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) Fair
  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Folate (folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate) Fair
  • Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Good
  • Niacinamide Good
  • Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic acid (calcium d-pantothenate) Good
  • Vitamin K1 Fair
  • Calcium (calcium carbonate and phosphate) Fair
  • Iodine (potassium iodide) Good
  • Iron (ferrous fumarate) Fair
  • Magnesium (magnesium oxide) Poor
  • Copper (cupric sulfate) Fair
  • Manganese (manganese sulfate) Good
  • Chromium (chromium chloride) Poor
  • Selenium (sodium selenate) Fair
  • Zinc (zinc oxide) Poor
  • Lutein (marigold flower tagetes erecta) Good
  • Lycopene Good
Other Ingredients Very Poor

Fillers & Additives

  • Calcium Carbonate
  • Magnesium Oxide
  • Potassium Chloride
  • Dibasic Calcium Phosphate
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Ascorbic Acid (Vit. C)
  • Ferrous Fumarate Low
  • DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E)
  • Maltodextrin
  • Crospovidone
  • Beta-Carotene
  • BHT (to Preserve Freshness) Medium
  • Biotin
  • Blue 2 Lake
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Cholecalciferol (Vit. D3)
  • Chromium Picolinate
  • Copper Sulfate
  • Corn Starch
  • Cyanocobalamin (Vit. B12)
  • Folic Acid
  • Gelatin
  • Lecithin (Soy)
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • Modified Corn Starch
  • Niacinamide
  • Phytonadione (Vit. K)
  • Polyethylene Glycol Low
  • Polyvinyl Alcohol
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vit. B6)
  • Red 40 Lake Low
  • Riboflavin (Vit. B2)
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Sodium Ascorbate (to Preserve Freshness)
  • Sodium Molybdate
  • Sodium Selenate
  • Talc High
  • Thiamine Mononitrate (Vit. B1)
  • Titanium Dioxide High
  • Tocopherols (To Preserve Freshness)
  • Vitamin A Acetate
  • Yellow 6 Lake High
  • Zinc Oxide
Efficacy Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate) 300 mcg / 1000 IU Under-dosed
  • Beta-Carotene 600 mcg / 1000 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) 12.6 mg / 28 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 150 mg Effective
  • Folate (folic acid) 0.4 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate) 3.85 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 3.85 mg Effective
  • Niacinamide 14 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) 5 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 21.6 mcg Effective
  • Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 20 mcg / 800 IU Effective
  • Biotin 45 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic acid (calcium d-pantothenate) 11 mg Effective
  • Vitamin K1 20 mcg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (calcium carbonate and phosphate) 400 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine (potassium iodide) 0.15 mg Effective
  • Iron (ferrous fumarate) 7.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (magnesium oxide) 64 mg Under-dosed
  • Copper (cupric sulfate) 0.9 mg Effective
  • Manganese (manganese sulfate) 5 mg Effective
  • Chromium (chromium chloride) 25 mcg Under-dosed
  • Selenium (sodium selenate) 55 mcg Effective
  • Zinc (zinc oxide) 8 mg Effective
  • Lutein (marigold flower tagetes erecta) 1000 mcg Under-dosed
  • Lycopene 600 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate) 300 mcg / 1000 IU
Beta-Carotene 600 mcg / 1000 IU
Vitamin E (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) 12.6 mg / 28 IU
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 150 mg
Folate (folic acid) 0.4 mg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate) 3.85 mg
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 3.85 mg
Niacinamide 14 mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) 5 mg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 21.6 mcg
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 20 mcg / 800 IU
Biotin 45 mcg
Pantothenic acid (calcium d-pantothenate) 11 mg
Vitamin K1 20 mcg
Calcium (calcium carbonate and phosphate) 400 mg
Iodine (potassium iodide) 0.15 mg
Iron (ferrous fumarate) 7.5 mg
Magnesium (magnesium oxide) 64 mg
Copper (cupric sulfate) 0.9 mg
Manganese (manganese sulfate) 5 mg
Chromium (chromium chloride) 25 mcg
Selenium (sodium selenate) 55 mcg
Zinc (zinc oxide) 8 mg
Lutein (marigold flower tagetes erecta) 1000 mcg
Lycopene 600 mcg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Calcium Carbonate Safe

Acts as a filler and provides supplemental calcium.

Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe

It is used to provide magnesium, an essential mineral.

Potassium Chloride Safe

It is used to provide potassium, an essential mineral.

Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler and to improve tablet hardness.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Ascorbic Acid (Vit. C) Safe

It is included as a source of vitamin C.

Ferrous Fumarate Caution

It is used to supplement iron intake.

DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E) Generally_safe

It is used as an antioxidant and preservative.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Crospovidone Generally_safe

It is used as a binder to help tablets or capsules disintegrate.

Beta-Carotene Safe

Provides natural color and additional nutritional value.

BHT (to Preserve Freshness) Caution

It is used to prevent oxidation and rancidity.

Biotin Safe

It is used for its potential benefits related to hair, skin, and nail health.

Blue 2 Lake Generally_safe

It is used to provide a blue color to supplements.

Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Cholecalciferol (Vit. D3) Safe

It is added to supplements to provide vitamin D, which is essential for bone health and immune function.

Chromium Picolinate Generally_safe

It is included as a source of chromium.

Copper Sulfate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide copper, an essential trace mineral.

Corn Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or thickener.

Cyanocobalamin (Vit. B12) Safe

It is included as a source of vitamin B12.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Lecithin (Soy) Generally_safe

It is used as an emulsifier.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

Modified Corn Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a thickener or binder.

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Phytonadione (Vit. K) Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin K in supplements.

Polyethylene Glycol Caution

It is used as a binder, coating agent, or to improve solubility.

Polyvinyl Alcohol Generally_safe

It is used as a coating for tablets or capsules.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vit. B6) Safe

It is included as a source of vitamin B6.

Red 40 Lake Caution

It is used to add color to the supplement.

Riboflavin (Vit. B2) Safe

It is added as a source of vitamin B2.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Sodium Ascorbate (to Preserve Freshness) Safe

It is used as a preservative to prevent oxidation and maintain freshness.

Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement molybdenum intake.

Sodium Selenate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of selenium.

Talc Avoid

It is used to improve powder flow and prevent clumping.

Thiamine Mononitrate (Vit. B1) Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B1.

Titanium Dioxide Caution

Used as a whitening agent in tablet coatings and capsules.

Tocopherols (To Preserve Freshness) Safe

It is used as an antioxidant to preserve the freshness of the supplement.

Vitamin A Acetate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements as a source of vitamin A.

Yellow 6 Lake Generally_safe

It is used to provide a yellow color to supplements.

Zinc Oxide Generally_safe

It is used as a source of zinc.

Brand Trust Report
Centrum

Founded 1978 · Warren, NJ, USA · 215 products · centrum.com

Certifications

7 certifications
Consumerlab Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Gluten Free Gfco Source available Primary evidence
Non Gmo Project Source available Primary evidence
NSF Contents Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
NSF Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
USDA Organic Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

3 claims
In House Testing — Claimed Brand claim; evidence unavailable
Third Party Testing Claim — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable
Testing Lab Disclosure — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement a good supplement?

Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement received a product quality score of 56/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 25 active ingredients Of the 45 inactive ingredients, 39 are rated safe and 5 ingredients are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Centrum, holds a brand trust score of 96/100.

What are the ingredients in Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement?

Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement contains 25 active ingredients: Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate) (300 mcg / 1000 IU), Beta-Carotene (600 mcg / 1000 IU), Vitamin E (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) (12.6 mg / 28 IU), Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) (150 mg), Folate (folic acid) (0.4 mg), Vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate) (3.85 mg), and 19 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Centrum Women Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement. Of 45 inactive ingredients, 39 are rated safe. 5 ingredients are flagged for review: Ferrous Fumarate, BHT (to Preserve Freshness), Polyethylene Glycol. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Centrum a trustworthy supplement brand?

Centrum receives a brand trust score of 96/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Warren, NJ, USA, the company offers 215 products in their lineup.

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