Nature's Answer Kid's Sambucus Chewables, Black Elderberry + Vitamin-C and Zinc, 45 Chewable Tablets supplement bottle
Nature's Answer

Kid's Sambucus Chewables, Black Elderberry + Vitamin-C and Zinc, 45 Chewable Tablets

What We Researched
9 active ingredients analyzed · 13 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
63
Product Score Fair
78
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Good

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 1 g <1%*
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 50 mg 56%
Zinc (as citrate) 5 mg 45%
Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) Fruit Extract (made from 3,200 mg of  dried elderberries) 100 mg
Proprietary Fruit BlendCherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruit, Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Fruit, Pear (Pyrus communis) Fruit, Pineapple (Bromelia ananas Linne) Fruit, Black Currant (Ribes nigrum) Juice 26 mg
Fructooligosaccharide (Inulin) 25 mg
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Fair
  • Zinc (as citrate) Fair
  • Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) Fruit Extract (made from 3,200 mg of  dried elderberries) Fair
  • Proprietary Fruit BlendCherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruit, Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Fruit, Pear (Pyrus communis) Fruit, Pineapple (Bromelia ananas Linne) Fruit, Black Currant (Ribes nigrum) Juice Good
  • Fructooligosaccharide (Inulin) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Sugar
  • Maltodextrin
  • Cane Sugar
  • Evaporated
  • Dextrose
  • Stearic Acid
  • Natural Flavors
  • Malic Acid
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Citric Acid
  • Mannitol
  • Calcium Silicate
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as citrate) 5 mg Under-dosed
  • Proprietary Fruit BlendCherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruit, Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Fruit, Pear (Pyrus communis) Fruit, Pineapple (Bromelia ananas Linne) Fruit, Black Currant (Ribes nigrum) Juice 26 mg Under-dosed
  • Fructooligosaccharide (Inulin) 25 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 5
Total Carbohydrates 1 g <1%*
Sugars 1 g
Includes 1 g Added Sugars 2%
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 50 mg 56%
Zinc (as citrate) 5 mg 45%
Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) Fruit Extract (made from 3,200 mg of  dried elderberries) 100 mg
Proprietary Fruit BlendCherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruit, Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Fruit, Pear (Pyrus communis) Fruit, Pineapple (Bromelia ananas Linne) Fruit, Black Currant (Ribes nigrum) Juice 26 mg
Fructooligosaccharide (Inulin) 25 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Cane Sugar Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Evaporated Unknown
Dextrose Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, sweetener, or to improve the flow of powders.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Malic Acid Safe

Adds tartness and enhances fruit flavors in gummies and chewables.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Citric Acid Safe

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

Mannitol Generally_safe

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

Calcium Silicate Safe

Prevents ingredient clumping during manufacturing.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Nature's Answer

Founded 1972 · Hauppauge, New York, United States · 234 products · naturesanswer.com

Certifications

5 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

3 incidents
Recall Coral Calcium2021-05-13Source
Fda Warning Product (Coral Calcium) contained cesium chloride, which is considered a new dietary ingredient that has not been shown to be safe. The product was deemed adulterated.2021-05-05Source
Prop 65 Lead2014-08-19Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Nature's Answer Kid's Sambucus Chewables, Black Elderberry + Vitamin-C and Zinc, 45 Chewable Tablets received a product quality score of 63/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 9 active ingredients with 45 servings per container. Of the 13 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Nature's Answer, holds a brand trust score of 78/100 with 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp.

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Nature's Answer Kid's Sambucus Chewables, Black Elderberry + Vitamin-C and Zinc contains 9 active ingredients: Calories (5), Total Carbohydrates (1 g), Sugars (1 g), Includes 1 g Added Sugars, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) (50 mg), Zinc (as citrate) (5 mg), and 3 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

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Nature's Answer Kid's Sambucus Chewables, Black Elderberry + Vitamin-C and Zinc, 45 Chewable Tablets 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 Nature's Answer a trustworthy supplement brand?

Nature's Answer receives a brand trust score of 78/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Hauppauge, New York, United States, the company offers 234 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project, Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Nature's Answer has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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