Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets supplement bottle
Emergen-C

Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets

What We Researched
21 active ingredients analyzed · 13 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
71
Product Score Fair
77
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) 250 mg 278%
Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride) (Vit. B1) 0.36 mg 30%
Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5'-phosphate) (Vit. B2) 0.39 mg 30%
Niacin (Vit. B3) 4 mg 25%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 10 mg 588%
Folate (Vit. B9) (100 mcg Folic Acid) 167 mcg DFE 42%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg 1,042%
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) (Vit. B5) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate, monobasic calcium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate)‡ 50 mg 4%
Phosphorus (as monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic calcium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate)‡ 38 mg 3%
Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate)‡ 53 mg 13%
Zinc (as zinc ascorbate) 2 mg 18%
Manganese (as manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)‡ 75 mg 3%
Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)‡ 200 mg 4%
Elderberry Juice Concentrate (Sambucus nigra) 50 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) Good
  • Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride) (Vit. B1) Fair
  • Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5'-phosphate) (Vit. B2) Good
  • Niacin (Vit. B3) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) Fair
  • Folate (Vit. B9) (100 mcg Folic Acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) (Vit. B5) Good
  • Calcium (as calcium carbonate, monobasic calcium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate)‡ Fair
  • Phosphorus (as monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic calcium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate)‡ Good
  • Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate)‡ Poor
  • Zinc (as zinc ascorbate) Fair
  • Manganese (as manganese gluconate) Good
  • Chromium (as chromium picolinate) Good
  • Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)‡ Good
  • Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)‡ Good
  • Elderberry Juice Concentrate (Sambucus nigra) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Sugar
  • Fructose
  • Citric Acid
  • Maltodextrin
  • Malic Acid
  • Blackberry juice concentrate (flavor)
  • Glycine
  • L-Aspartic Acid
  • Natural Flavors
  • Rebaudioside A (Extracted and Purified from Natural Stevia Leaf)
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Tartaric Acid
  • Vegetable concentrates (carrot, hibiscus) (color)
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) 250 mg Effective
  • Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride) (Vit. B1) 0.36 mg Under-dosed
  • Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5'-phosphate) (Vit. B2) 0.39 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin (Vit. B3) 4 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 10 mg Effective
  • Folate (Vit. B9) (100 mcg Folic Acid) 167 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) (Vit. B5) 2.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (as calcium carbonate, monobasic calcium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate)‡ 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Phosphorus (as monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic calcium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate)‡ 38 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate)‡ 53 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc ascorbate) 2 mg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (as manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)‡ 75 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)‡ 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Elderberry Juice Concentrate (Sambucus nigra) 50 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 25
Total Carbohydrate 5 g 2%
Total Sugars 5 g
Includes 5 g Added Sugars 10%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) 250 mg 278%
Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride) (Vit. B1) 0.36 mg 30%
Riboflavin (as riboflavin-5'-phosphate) (Vit. B2) 0.39 mg 30%
Niacin (Vit. B3) 4 mg 25%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 10 mg 588%
Folate (Vit. B9) (100 mcg Folic Acid) 167 mcg DFE 42%
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg 1,042%
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) (Vit. B5) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (as calcium carbonate, monobasic calcium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate)‡ 50 mg 4%
Phosphorus (as monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic calcium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, tribasic calcium phosphate)‡ 38 mg 3%
Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate)‡ 53 mg 13%
Zinc (as zinc ascorbate) 2 mg 18%
Manganese (as manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (as sodium bicarbonate, monobasic sodium phosphate)‡ 75 mg 3%
Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, monobasic potassium phosphate)‡ 200 mg 4%
Elderberry Juice Concentrate (Sambucus nigra) 50 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

Fructose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Citric Acid Safe

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

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Malic Acid Safe

Adds tartness and enhances fruit flavors in gummies and chewables.

Blackberry juice concentrate (flavor) Unknown
Glycine Safe
L-Aspartic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of amino acids.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Rebaudioside A (Extracted and Purified from Natural Stevia Leaf) Safe

It is used as a natural sweetener.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Tartaric Acid Safe

Provides sour taste in chewable supplements.

Vegetable concentrates (carrot, hibiscus) (color) Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Emergen-C

Founded 1978 · Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom · 35 products · emergenc.com/

Certifications

2 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed Source

Violation History

4 incidents
Lawsuit Gummy products contain significantly less Vitamin C than advertised on the label.2024Source
Lawsuit Falsely advertising products as containing 'Natural Flavors' and 'Natural Fruit Flavors' when they contain the artificial ingredient DL malic acid.2023Source
Recall Emergen-C Energy Release & Immunity Support Food Supplement Super Orange 8 Sachets2021-10-15Source
Lawsuit Deceptively marketing the supplement as providing health benefits, including reducing the risk of or preventing colds and flu, without scientific evidence to support such claims.2014Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets a good supplement?

Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets received a product quality score of 71/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 21 active ingredients with 18 servings per container. Of the 13 inactive ingredients, 8 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Emergen-C, holds a brand trust score of 77/100 with 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco.

What are the ingredients in Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets?

Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets contains 21 active ingredients: Calories (25), Total Carbohydrate (5 g), Total Sugars (5 g), Includes 5 g Added Sugars, Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) (250 mg), Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride) (Vit. B1) (0.36 mg), and 15 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 278% DV, Vitamin B6 at 588% DV, Vitamin B12 at 1,042% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets safe to take?

Emergen-C Elderberry Daily Immune Support and Botanicals Drink Mix, 18 Packets 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 Emergen-C a trustworthy supplement brand?

Emergen-C receives a brand trust score of 77/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom, the company offers 35 products in their lineup. They hold 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Gluten Free Gfco. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Emergen-C has 4 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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