NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg supplement bottle
NaturesPlus

Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg

What We Researched
13 active ingredients analyzed · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
79
Product Score Fair
59
Brand Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 180 mg 200%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg 100%
Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine hydrochloride) 2.25 mg 188%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 2.55 mg 196%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 15 mg NE 94%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) 3 mg 176%
Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg 41,667%
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg 150%
Calcium (as amino acid chelate) 75 mg 6%
IRON (as ferrous fumarate) 85 mg 472%
Zinc (as monomethionine) 9 mg 82%
Selenium (as amino acid chelate) 30 mcg 55%
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) Good
  • Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine hydrochloride) Fair
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) Fair
  • Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) Good
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) Good
  • Calcium (as amino acid chelate) Good
  • IRON (as ferrous fumarate) Fair
  • Zinc (as monomethionine) Good
  • Selenium (as amino acid chelate) Good
Other Ingredients Fair

Fillers & Additives

No inactive ingredient data available.

Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 180 mg Effective
  • Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg Effective
  • Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine hydrochloride) 2.25 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 2.55 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as niacinamide) 15 mg NE Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) 3 mg Effective
  • Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE Effective
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg Effective
  • Calcium (as amino acid chelate) 75 mg Under-dosed
  • IRON (as ferrous fumarate) 85 mg High
  • Zinc (as monomethionine) 9 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as amino acid chelate) 30 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 180 mg 200%
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 15 mg 100%
Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine hydrochloride) 2.25 mg 188%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 2.55 mg 196%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 15 mg NE 94%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) 3 mg 176%
Folate (as calcium-L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 667 mcg DFE 167%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 1000 mcg 41,667%
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) 7.5 mg 150%
Calcium (as amino acid chelate) 75 mg 6%
IRON (as ferrous fumarate) 85 mg 472%
Zinc (as monomethionine) 9 mg 82%
Selenium (as amino acid chelate) 30 mcg 55%

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Brand Trust Report
NaturesPlus

Founded 1972 · Melville, New York, United States · 420 products · naturesplus.com

Transparency

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

Violation History

1 incident
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg a good supplement?

NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg received a product quality score of 79/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 13 active ingredients with 20 servings per container. The manufacturer, NaturesPlus, holds a brand trust score of 59/100.

What are the ingredients in NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg?

NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg contains 13 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (180 mg), Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) (15 mg), Thiamin (vitamin B1) (as thiamine hydrochloride) (2.25 mg), Riboflavin (vitamin B2) (2.55 mg), Niacin (as niacinamide) (15 mg NE), Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) (3 mg), and 7 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B12 at 41,667% DV, IRON at 472% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg safe to take?

NaturesPlus Hema-Plex Iron, 85 mg 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 NaturesPlus a trustworthy supplement brand?

NaturesPlus receives a brand trust score of 59/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Melville, New York, United States, the company offers 420 products in their lineup. Note: NaturesPlus has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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