ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free, Natural Strawberry Lemon, 90 Gummies supplement bottle
ChildLife Essentials

Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free, Natural Strawberry Lemon, 90 Gummies

What We Researched
24 active ingredients analyzed · 13 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
72
Product Score Fair
78
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) 230 mcg 25%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 15 mg 17%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (400 IU) 10 mcg 50%
Vitamin E (as dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) 7.5 mg 50%
Thiamin (as Thiamin Hydrochloride) 0.04 mg 3%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 3.5 mg 22%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 0.7 mg 41%
Folate (as Folic Acid) (114 mcg Folic Acid) 190 mcg DFE 48%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg 125%
Biotin 75 mcg 250%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 1 mg 20%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 75 mcg 50%
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 1.3 mg 11%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 7 mcg 50%
Chromium (as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) 8.8 mcg 25%
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Fish Oil) 40 mg
Lutein (from Marigold Flower Extract) 1 mg
Boron (as Boron Citrate) 250 mcg
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) Good
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (400 IU) Good
  • Vitamin E (as dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) Poor
  • Thiamin (as Thiamin Hydrochloride) Fair
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) Fair
  • Folate (as Folic Acid) (114 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) Good
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) Good
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) Good
  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Fish Oil) Fair
  • Lutein (from Marigold Flower Extract) Good
  • Boron (as Boron Citrate) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Maltitol
  • Isomalt
  • Xylitol
  • Maltodextrin
  • Gelatin (Bovine)
  • Pectin
  • Citric Acid
  • Natural Flavors
  • Sodium Citrate
  • Purple carrot (for color)
  • Water
  • Oil coating (carnauba wax, Sunflower oil)
  • Steviol Glycosides
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) 230 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 15 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (400 IU) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E (as dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) 7.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Thiamin (as Thiamin Hydrochloride) 0.04 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin (as Niacinamide) 3.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 0.7 mg Under-dosed
  • Folate (as Folic Acid) (114 mcg Folic Acid) 190 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 75 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 75 mcg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 1.3 mg Under-dosed
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 7 mcg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) 8.8 mcg Under-dosed
  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Fish Oil) 40 mg Under-dosed
  • Lutein (from Marigold Flower Extract) 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Boron (as Boron Citrate) 250 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 15
Total Carbohydrate 4 g 1%**
Total Sugars 0 g
Includes Added Sugars 0 g 0%**
Sugar Alcohol 3 g
Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) 230 mcg 25%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 15 mg 17%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (400 IU) 10 mcg 50%
Vitamin E (as dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) 7.5 mg 50%
Thiamin (as Thiamin Hydrochloride) 0.04 mg 3%
Niacin (as Niacinamide) 3.5 mg 22%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 0.7 mg 41%
Folate (as Folic Acid) (114 mcg Folic Acid) 190 mcg DFE 48%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 3 mcg 125%
Biotin 75 mcg 250%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium D-Pantothenate) 1 mg 20%
Iodine (as Potassium Iodide) 75 mcg 50%
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 1.3 mg 11%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 7 mcg 50%
Chromium (as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) 8.8 mcg 25%
Sodium 10 mg <1%
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Fish Oil) 40 mg
Lutein (from Marigold Flower Extract) 1 mg
Boron (as Boron Citrate) 250 mcg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Maltitol Generally_safe

It is used to add sweetness with fewer calories than sugar.

Isomalt Generally_safe

It provides sweetness with fewer calories than sugar.

Xylitol Safe

Provides sweetness with reduced calorie content. Does not promote tooth decay.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Gelatin (Bovine) Safe

It is used to make capsules.

Pectin Safe

Forms the base of gummy supplements as a vegan gelatin alternative.

Citric Acid Safe

Adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative. Also aids in ingredient stability.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Purple carrot (for color) Unknown
Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Oil coating (carnauba wax, Sunflower oil) Unknown
Steviol Glycosides Safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
ChildLife Essentials

Founded 2000 · El Segundo, CA, United States · 26 products · childlifenutrition.com/

Certifications

5 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

1 claim
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Lawsuit Trademark infringement/bad faith opposition regarding the Chinese translation of the 'ChildLife' brand name.2025Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free a good supplement?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free, Natural Strawberry Lemon, 90 Gummies received a product quality score of 72/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 24 active ingredients with 45 servings per container. Of the 13 inactive ingredients, 8 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, ChildLife Essentials, holds a brand trust score of 78/100 with 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free contains 24 active ingredients: Calories (15), Total Carbohydrate (4 g), Total Sugars (0 g), Includes Added Sugars (0 g), Sugar Alcohol (3 g), Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) (230 mcg), and 18 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Biotin at 250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free safe to take?

ChildLife Essentials Multi Vitamin Gummy, Sugar Free, Natural Strawberry Lemon, 90 Gummies 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 ChildLife Essentials a trustworthy supplement brand?

ChildLife Essentials receives a brand trust score of 78/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in El Segundo, CA, United States, the company offers 26 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: ChildLife Essentials has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

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The optimal dosage depends on your individual health needs, age, sex, and current nutrient levels. Recommended daily amounts are established by health authorities but may vary from therapeutic doses used in clinical research. It's important to check the Supplement Facts label for the exact amount per serving and compare it against the % Daily Value. Some supplements provide mega-doses well above the Daily Value, which may not be necessary and in some cases could be harmful — particularly for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) that accumulate in the body. GoodSupp's efficacy analysis evaluates whether a product's dosages align with clinically studied amounts. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized dosage recommendations.

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