Emergen-C

EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct

Name: EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct
Brand: Emergen-C
Rating: 3.5 (1 reviews)

What We Researched

17 active ingredients analyzed · 14 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026

Product Score Fair

Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

Ingredient	Amount	% DV
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate)	250 mg	—
Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride)	0.38 mg	—
Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium)	0.43 mg	—
Niacin	4 mg	—
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)	10 mg	—
Folate (folic acid)	100 mcg	—
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)	25 mcg	—
Pantothenic Acid (calcium d-pantothenate)	2.5 mg	—
Calcium (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], calcium carbonate)	50 mg	—
Phosphorus (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], potassium phosphate [monobasic], sodium phosphate [monobasic])	38 mg	—
Magnesium (magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide)	60 mg	—
Zinc (zinc ascorbate)	2 mg	—
Manganese (manganese gluconate dihydrate)	0.5 mg	—
Chromium (chromium picolinate)	10 mcg	—
Potassium (potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate [monobasic])	194 mg	—
Ginger (Zingiber officinale, root)	150 mg	—
Turmeric (Curcuma longa, rhizome)	100 mg	—

Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) Good
Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride) Fair
Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium) Good
Niacin Good
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) Fair
Folate (folic acid) Fair
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) Fair
Pantothenic Acid (calcium d-pantothenate) Good
Calcium (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], calcium carbonate) Fair
Phosphorus (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], potassium phosphate [monobasic], sodium phosphate [monobasic]) Good
Magnesium (magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide) Poor
Zinc (zinc ascorbate) Fair
Manganese (manganese gluconate dihydrate) Good
Chromium (chromium picolinate) Good
Potassium (potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate [monobasic]) Good
Ginger (Zingiber officinale, root) Fair
Turmeric (Curcuma longa, rhizome) Poor

Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

Aspartic Acid
Citric Acid
Flavour
Fructose
Glycine
Malic Acid
Tapioca
Modified Corn Starch
Rebaudioside A
Silicon Dioxide
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium Citrate
Sugar
Tartaric Acid

Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) 250 mg Effective
Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride) 0.38 mg Under-dosed
Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium) 0.43 mg Under-dosed
Niacin 4 mg Under-dosed
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) 10 mg Effective
Folate (folic acid) 100 mcg Under-dosed
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg Effective
Pantothenic Acid (calcium d-pantothenate) 2.5 mg Under-dosed
Calcium (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], calcium carbonate) 50 mg Under-dosed
Phosphorus (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], potassium phosphate [monobasic], sodium phosphate [monobasic]) 38 mg Under-dosed
Magnesium (magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide) 60 mg Under-dosed
Zinc (zinc ascorbate) 2 mg Under-dosed
Manganese (manganese gluconate dihydrate) 0.5 mg Under-dosed
Chromium (chromium picolinate) 10 mcg Under-dosed
Potassium (potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate [monobasic]) 194 mg Under-dosed
Ginger (Zingiber officinale, root) 150 mg Under-dosed
Turmeric (Curcuma longa, rhizome) 100 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate)	250 mg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride)	0.38 mg
Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium)	0.43 mg
Niacin	4 mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)	10 mg
Folate (folic acid)	100 mcg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)	25 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (calcium d-pantothenate)	2.5 mg
Calcium (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], calcium carbonate)	50 mg
Phosphorus (calcium phosphate [monobasic, tribasic], potassium phosphate [monobasic], sodium phosphate [monobasic])	38 mg
Magnesium (magnesium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide)	60 mg
Zinc (zinc ascorbate)	2 mg
Manganese (manganese gluconate dihydrate)	0.5 mg
Chromium (chromium picolinate)	10 mcg
Potassium (potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate [monobasic])	194 mg
Ginger (Zingiber officinale, root)	150 mg
Turmeric (Curcuma longa, rhizome)	100 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Aspartic Acid Safe

Citric Acid Safe

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

Flavour Unknown

Fructose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Glycine Safe

Malic Acid Safe

Adds tartness and enhances fruit flavors in gummies and chewables.

Tapioca Safe

It is used as a filler or binder.

Modified Corn Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a thickener or binder.

Rebaudioside A Generally_safe

It is used to add sweetness to supplements without adding calories.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Sodium Bicarbonate Safe

It is used as a buffer to neutralize acids.

Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

Tartaric Acid Safe

Provides sour taste in chewable supplements.

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report

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 EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct a good supplement?

Emergen-C EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct received a product quality score of 71/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 17 active ingredients Of the 14 inactive ingredients, 9 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 EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct?

Emergen-C EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct contains 17 active ingredients: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid, zinc ascorbate) (250 mg), Vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride) (0.38 mg), Riboflavin (riboflavin 5’-phosphate sodium) (0.43 mg), Niacin (4 mg), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride) (10 mg), Folate (folic acid) (100 mcg), and 11 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Emergen-C EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct safe to take?

Emergen-C EMERGEN-C Turmeric & Ginger, 18 ct 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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