Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C supplement bottle
Equaline

Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C

What We Researched
13 active ingredients analyzed · 29 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0%
Sugar 1 g
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 2500 IU 50%
Vitamin C 250 mg 416%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Vitamin E 15 IU 50%
Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 1.05 mg 70%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 1.2 mg 70%
Niacin 13.5 mg 67%
Vitamin B6 1.05 mg 52%
Folic Acid 300 mcg 75%
Vitamin B12 4.5 mcg 75%
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Sugar Poor
  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C Fair
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Vitamin E Good
  • Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) Good
  • Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Folic Acid Fair
  • Vitamin B12 Fair
Other Ingredients Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Sucrose
  • Sodium Ascorbate
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Monoglycerides and Diglycerides
  • Gelatin
  • Mannitol
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Corn Starch
  • Niacinamide
  • Maltodextrin
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Stearic Acid
  • Natural & Artificial Flavors
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Blue 2 Lake
  • Red 40 Lake Low
  • Yellow 6 Lake High
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Riboflavin
  • Lactose
  • Thiamine Mononitrate
  • Beta-Carotene
  • Mono-Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate
  • Vitamin A Acetate
  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Folic Acid
  • Ethylmaltol
  • Ergocalciferol
  • Cyanocobalamin
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 2500 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C 250 mg Effective
  • Vitamin D 400 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E 15 IU Under-dosed
  • Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 1.05 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 1.2 mg Effective
  • Niacin 13.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 1.05 mg Under-dosed
  • Folic Acid 300 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 4.5 mcg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0%
Sugar 1 g
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 2500 IU 50%
Vitamin C 250 mg 416%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Vitamin E 15 IU 50%
Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 1.05 mg 70%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 1.2 mg 70%
Niacin 13.5 mg 67%
Vitamin B6 1.05 mg 52%
Folic Acid 300 mcg 75%
Vitamin B12 4.5 mcg 75%
Sodium 20 mg 1%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Sucrose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Sodium Ascorbate Safe

It helps to stabilize the pH and prevent oxidation.

Ascorbic Acid Safe

Prevents oxidation and provides vitamin C.

Monoglycerides and Diglycerides Unknown
Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Mannitol Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener, filler, and flow agent.

DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of vitamin E and as an antioxidant.

Corn Starch Generally_safe

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

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Natural & Artificial Flavors Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the product.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Blue 2 Lake Generally_safe

It is used to provide a blue color to supplements.

Red 40 Lake Caution

It is used to add color to the supplement.

Yellow 6 Lake Generally_safe

It is used to provide a yellow color to supplements.

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Lactose Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or binder.

Thiamine Mononitrate Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B1.

Beta-Carotene Safe

Provides natural color and additional nutritional value.

Mono-Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate Unknown
Vitamin A Acetate Generally_safe

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

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Ethylmaltol Unknown
Ergocalciferol Unknown
Cyanocobalamin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B12.

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Brand Trust Report
Equaline

· Providence, RI, United States · 67 products

Transparency

1 claim

Violation History

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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C a good supplement?

Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C received a product quality score of 62/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 13 active ingredients Of the 29 inactive ingredients, 14 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C?

Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C contains 13 active ingredients: Total Carbohydrates (1 g), Sugar (1 g), Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) (2500 IU), Vitamin C (250 mg), Vitamin D (400 IU), Vitamin E (15 IU), and 7 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 416% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C safe to take?

Equaline Chewable Children's Multivitamins with Vitamin C has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 29 inactive ingredients, 14 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Red 40 Lake. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

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How much vitamin d3 per day for a woman?

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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