Emergen-C Immune+ Elderberry supplement bottle
Emergen-C

Immune+ Elderberry

What We Researched
21 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
75
Product Score Fair
77
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate) 1000 mg 1111%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg 125%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 0.36 mg 30%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2) 0.39 mg 30%
Niacin (as Vitamin B3) 4.5 mg 28%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 10 mg 588%
Folate (as Vitamin B9) 167 mcg DFE 42%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg 1042%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pantothenate, Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 50 mg 4%
Phosphorus (as Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 38 mg 3%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide) 53 mg 13%
Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) 10 mg 91%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (as Arabinogalactan, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate) 70 mg 3%
Potassium (as Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Carbonate) 200 mg 4%
Elderberry juice concentrate 50 mg
Proprietary Complex 500 mg
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate) Good
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) Good
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) Fair
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin (as Vitamin B3) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) Fair
  • Folate (as Vitamin B9) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) Fair
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5) Good
  • Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pantothenate, Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) Fair
  • Phosphorus (as Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) Good
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide) Poor
  • Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) Fair
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) Good
  • Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) Good
  • Sodium (as Arabinogalactan, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate) Good
  • Potassium (as Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Carbonate) Good
  • Elderberry juice concentrate Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Sugar
  • Fructose
  • Citric Acid
  • Maltodextrin
  • Contains less than 2% of
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate) 1000 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg Effective
  • Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 0.36 mg Under-dosed
  • Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2) 0.39 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin (as Vitamin B3) 4.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 10 mg Effective
  • Folate (as Vitamin B9) 167 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5) 2.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pantothenate, Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Phosphorus (as Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 38 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide) 53 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) 10 mg Effective
  • Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Sodium (as Arabinogalactan, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate) 70 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (as Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Carbonate) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Elderberry juice concentrate 50 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 35 kcal
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate) 1000 mg 1111%
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 25 mcg 125%
Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) 0.36 mg 30%
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2) 0.39 mg 30%
Niacin (as Vitamin B3) 4.5 mg 28%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 10 mg 588%
Folate (as Vitamin B9) 167 mcg DFE 42%
Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 25 mcg 1042%
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Pantothenate, Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 50 mg 4%
Phosphorus (as Monobasic Calcium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Tribasic Calcium Phosphate) 38 mg 3%
Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide) 53 mg 13%
Zinc (as Zinc Ascorbate) 10 mg 91%
Manganese (as Manganese Gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (as Arabinogalactan, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate) 70 mg 3%
Potassium (as Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Carbonate) 200 mg 4%
Elderberry juice concentrate 50 mg
Proprietary Complex 500 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.

Contains less than 2% of Unknown

Price Comparison

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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 Immune+ Elderberry a good supplement?

Emergen-C Immune+ Elderberry received a product quality score of 75/100 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 5 inactive ingredients, 1 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 Immune+ Elderberry?

Emergen-C Immune+ Elderberry contains 21 active ingredients: Calories (35 kcal), Total Carbohydrates (8 g), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Ascorbate) (1000 mg), Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (25 mcg), Thiamine (as Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1) (0.36 mg), Riboflavin (as Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Vitamin B2) (0.39 mg), and 15 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 1111% DV, Vitamin B6 at 588% DV, Vitamin B12 at 1042% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Emergen-C Immune+ Elderberry safe to take?

Emergen-C Immune+ Elderberry 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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