Equate Performance Protein Shake supplement bottle
Equate

Performance Protein Shake

What We Researched
15 active ingredients analyzed · 40 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 brand certification checked · Last updated: Mar 2026
55
Product Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C — —
Iron — —
Vitamin E — —
Vitamin B3 — —
Vitamin B5 — —
Vitamin A — —
Vitamin B6 — —
Vitamin B1 — —
Vitamin B2 — —
Chromium — —
Folic Acid — —
Biotin — —
Vitamin K — —
Vitamin D — —
Vitamin B12 — —
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C Fair
  • Iron Fair
  • Vitamin E Good
  • Vitamin B3 Good
  • Vitamin B5 Good
  • Vitamin A Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Vitamin B1 Good
  • Vitamin B2 Good
  • Chromium Fair
  • Folic Acid Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Vitamin K Good
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Vitamin B12 Fair
Other Ingredients Very Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Water
  • protein blend (milk protein concentrate, milk protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, calcium caseinate)
  • Cocoa (Processed with Alkali)
  • Calcium Phosphate
  • Magnesium Phosphate
  • Potassium Phosphate
  • Sodium Ascorbate
  • ferric orthophosphate
  • Zinc Gluconate
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Niacinamide
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • D-Calcium Pantothenate
  • Vitamin A Palmitate
  • Copper Citrate
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Thiamine Hydrochloride
  • Riboflavin
  • Chromium Chloride
  • Folic Acid
  • Biotin
  • Sodium Molybdate
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Sodium Selenite
  • phytonadione
  • Cholecalciferol
  • Cyanocobalamin
  • Sunflower Oil
  • Natural and Artificial Flavors
  • Potassium Phosphate
  • Inulin
  • mono-and diglycerides
  • Salt
  • Sodium Hexametaphosphate
  • Cellulose Gel
  • Sucralose
  • Carrageenan Medium
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Acesulfame Potassium
  • Sugar
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C
Iron
Vitamin E
Vitamin B3
Vitamin B5
Vitamin A
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2
Chromium
Folic Acid
Biotin
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

protein blend (milk protein concentrate, milk protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, calcium caseinate) Unknown
Cocoa (Processed with Alkali) Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide flavor and color.

Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler and anticaking agent in supplements.

Magnesium Phosphate Safe

It is used as a source of magnesium.

Potassium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used to maintain a stable pH in the supplement.

Sodium Ascorbate Safe

It helps to stabilize the pH and prevent oxidation.

ferric orthophosphate Unknown
Zinc Gluconate Safe

It is used as a source of zinc.

DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Generally_safe

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

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

D-Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It is added to supplements as a source of vitamin B5.

Vitamin A Palmitate Generally_safe

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

Copper Citrate Generally_safe

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

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Thiamine Hydrochloride Safe

It is included as a source of vitamin B1.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Chromium Chloride Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide chromium, an essential trace mineral.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Biotin Safe

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

Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement molybdenum intake.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Sodium Selenite Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide selenium, an essential trace mineral.

phytonadione Unknown
Cholecalciferol Safe

It is used to supplement vitamin D levels.

Cyanocobalamin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B12.

Sunflower Oil Safe

Helps dissolve and absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Natural and Artificial Flavors Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the product.

Potassium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used to maintain a stable pH in the supplement.

Inulin Safe

It is used as a prebiotic fiber and to add bulk to supplements.

mono-and diglycerides Unknown
Salt Safe

It is used as a flavoring agent.

Sodium Hexametaphosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a preservative and sequestrant.

Cellulose Gel Generally_safe

It is used as a thickening agent to improve the texture of supplements.

Sucralose Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewables, gummies, and powdered supplements without calories.

Carrageenan Caution

Used to thicken and stabilize liquid and gel supplements.

Cellulose Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes supplement formulations.

Acesulfame Potassium Generally_safe

It is used to provide sweetness without adding calories.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

Brand Trust Report
Equate

Founded 1986 · Bentonville, AR, USA · 82 products · walmart.com/cp/equate/975619

Certifications

1 certification
Consumerlab Verified Source

Transparency

1 claim

Violation History

5 incidents
Lawsuit Equate acne products contain the carcinogen benzene.2025Source
Recall Equate Lubricant Eye Ointment2024-02-22Source
Recall First Aid Kits containing acetaminophen2022-03-02Source
Lawsuit Equate Dry Spray contained undisclosed benzene.2021Source
Lawsuit Falsely advertising 'oil-free' skincare products that contain oil.2021Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Equate Performance Protein Shake a good supplement?

Equate Performance Protein Shake received a product quality score of 55/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 15 active ingredients Of the 40 inactive ingredients, 17 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Equate Performance Protein Shake?

Equate Performance Protein Shake contains 15 active ingredients: Vitamin C, Iron, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin A, and 9 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Equate Performance Protein Shake safe to take?

Equate Performance Protein Shake has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 40 inactive ingredients, 17 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Carrageenan. '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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