Nature's Way Buffered C-500 supplement bottle
Nature's Way

Buffered C-500 Review

What We Researched
1 active ingredient analyzed · 3 inactive ingredients decoded · 8 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
100
Product Score Excellent
100
Brand Score Excellent

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) 500 mg 556%
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin
  • Cellulose
  • Magnesium Stearate
Efficacy Excellent

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) 500 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) 500 mg 556%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Brand Trust Report
Nature's Way

Founded 1969 · Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA · 1013 products · naturesway.com

Certifications

8 certifications
Consumerlab Source available Primary evidence
Labdoor Source available Primary evidence
Non Gmo Project Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Usda Organic Source available Primary evidence
NSF Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
Gluten-Free Certified Supporting evidence unavailable
Vegan Action Certified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

6 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Coa Availability — Claimed Evidence available Evidence
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Evidence available Evidence
In House Testing — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Contains Proprietary Blend — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable

Violation History

3 incidents
Fda Warning Violations of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) regulation.2022-12-20 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Mislabeled and fraudulent herbal supplements.2015 Source available Primary source
Recall Nettle capsules2002-06-28 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nature's Way Buffered C-500 a good supplement?

Nature's Way Buffered C-500 received a product quality score of 100/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 1 active ingredients with 100 servings per container. All 3 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Nature's Way, holds a brand trust score of 100/100.

What are the ingredients in Nature's Way Buffered C-500?

Nature's Way Buffered C-500 contains 1 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate) (500 mg). Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 556% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Nature's Way Buffered C-500 safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Nature's Way Buffered C-500. All 3 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are currently classified as safe in GoodSupp's ingredient reference data. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Nature's Way a trustworthy supplement brand?

Nature's Way receives a brand trust score of 100/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA, the company offers 1013 products in their lineup. Note: Nature's Way has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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