Equaline Children's Multivitamin supplement bottle
Equaline

Children's Multivitamin

What We Researched
22 active ingredients analyzed · 38 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 0.5 g
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 1500 IU 60%
Vitamin C 30 mg 75%
Vitamin D 200 IU 50%
Vitamin E 15 IU 150%
Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 0.75 mg 107%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 0.85 mg 106%
Niacin 7.5 mg 83%
Vitamin B6 1 mg 143%
Folic Acid 200 mcg 100%
Vitamin B12 3 mcg 100%
Biotin 20 mcg 13%
Pantothenic Acid 5 mg 100%
Calcium 50 mg 6%
Iron 9 mg 90%
Phosphorus 50 mg 6%
Iodine 75 mcg 107%
Magnesium 10 mg 5%
Zinc 6 mg 75%
Copper 1 mg 100%
Choline 19 mg
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • 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
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid Good
  • Calcium Good
  • Iron Fair
  • Phosphorus Good
  • Iodine Good
  • Magnesium Good
  • Zinc Fair
  • Copper Fair
  • Choline Poor
Other Ingredients Very Poor

Fillers & Additives

  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Sorbitol
  • Choline Bitartrate
  • Sodium Ascorbate
  • Ferrous Fumarate Low
  • Magnesium Oxide
  • Mono & Diglycerides
  • Gelatin
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Talc High
  • Natural and Artificial Flavors
  • Stearic Acid
  • Niacinamide
  • Zinc Oxide
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Aspartame
  • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Medium
  • Malic Acid
  • FD&C Red #40 Lake High
  • FD&C Yellow #6 Lake Low
  • Citric Acid
  • FD&C Blue #2 Lake High
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Cupric Oxide Medium
  • Thiamine Mononitrate
  • Riboflavin
  • Monoammonium Glycyrrhizinate
  • Vitamin A Acetate
  • Beta-Carotene
  • Folic Acid
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Biotin
  • Cholecalciferol
  • Quassia solid extract
  • Cyanocobalamin
  • Gentian solid extract
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 1500 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D 200 IU Under-dosed
  • Vitamin E 15 IU Under-dosed
  • Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 0.75 mg Under-dosed
  • Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 0.85 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin 7.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Folic Acid 200 mcg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 3 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 20 mcg Under-dosed
  • Pantothenic Acid 5 mg Effective
  • Calcium 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Iron 9 mg Effective
  • Phosphorus 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Iodine 75 mcg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc 6 mg Under-dosed
  • Copper 1 mg Effective
  • Choline 19 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Total Carbohydrates 0.5 g
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) 1500 IU 60%
Vitamin C 30 mg 75%
Vitamin D 200 IU 50%
Vitamin E 15 IU 150%
Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) 0.75 mg 107%
Riboflavin (as Vitamin B2) 0.85 mg 106%
Niacin 7.5 mg 83%
Vitamin B6 1 mg 143%
Folic Acid 200 mcg 100%
Vitamin B12 3 mcg 100%
Biotin 20 mcg 13%
Pantothenic Acid 5 mg 100%
Calcium 50 mg 6%
Iron 9 mg 90%
Phosphorus 50 mg 6%
Iodine 75 mcg 107%
Magnesium 10 mg 5%
Zinc 6 mg 75%
Copper 1 mg 100%
Sodium 5 mg
Choline 19 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

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

Sorbitol Safe

Provides sweetness and helps retain moisture in chewables.

Choline Bitartrate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement choline intake.

Sodium Ascorbate Safe

It helps to stabilize the pH and prevent oxidation.

Ferrous Fumarate Caution

It is used to supplement iron intake.

Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe

It is used to provide magnesium, an essential mineral.

Mono & Diglycerides Unknown
Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Generally_safe

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

Talc Avoid

It is used to improve powder flow and prevent clumping.

Natural and Artificial Flavors Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the product.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Zinc Oxide Generally_safe

It is used as a source of zinc.

Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Aspartame Unknown
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Caution

It is used as a filler or binder.

Malic Acid Safe

Adds tartness and enhances fruit flavors in gummies and chewables.

FD&C Red #40 Lake Generally_safe

It is used to give the supplement a red color.

FD&C Yellow #6 Lake Caution

It is used to add a yellow color to supplements.

Citric Acid Safe

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

FD&C Blue #2 Lake Unknown
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Cupric Oxide Caution

It is used as a source of copper, an essential mineral.

Thiamine Mononitrate Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B1.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Monoammonium Glycyrrhizinate Unknown
Vitamin A Acetate Generally_safe

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

Beta-Carotene Safe

Provides natural color and additional nutritional value.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Biotin Safe

It is used for its potential benefits related to hair, skin, and nail health.

Cholecalciferol Safe

It is used to supplement vitamin D levels.

Quassia solid extract Unknown
Cyanocobalamin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B12.

Gentian solid extract Unknown

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Brand Trust Report
Equaline

· Providence, RI, United States · 67 products

Transparency

1 claim

Violation History

2 incidents
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Equaline Children's Multivitamin a good supplement?

Equaline Children's Multivitamin received a product quality score of 48/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 22 active ingredients with 60 servings per container. Of the 38 inactive ingredients, 19 are rated safe and 4 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Equaline Children's Multivitamin?

Equaline Children's Multivitamin contains 22 active ingredients: Total Carbohydrates (0.5 g), Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene) (1500 IU), Vitamin C (30 mg), Vitamin D (200 IU), Vitamin E (15 IU), Thiamine (as Vitamin B1) (0.75 mg), and 16 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Equaline Children's Multivitamin safe to take?

Equaline Children's Multivitamin has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 38 inactive ingredients, 19 are rated safe. 4 ingredients are flagged for review: Ferrous Fumarate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, FD&C Yellow #6 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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