NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry, 12 Packets, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) Each supplement bottle
NOW Foods

B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry, 12 Packets, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) Each

What We Researched
14 active ingredients analyzed · 7 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
84
Product Score Good
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) (from Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sodium) 3.4 mg 262%
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 50 mg 313%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg 588%
Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin) (10,000 mcg) 10 mg 416,667%
Biotin 300 mcg 1,000%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 50 mg 1,000%
Choline (from Choline Bitartrate) 5 mg 1%
Inositol 5 mg
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) Fair
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) (from Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sodium) Good
  • Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin) (10,000 mcg) Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) Good
  • Choline (from Choline Bitartrate) Poor
  • Inositol Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Water
  • Glycerin
  • Xylitol
  • Erythritol
  • Seven berry concentrate (blueberry, blackberry, black currant, strawberry, raspberry, acai berry, cranberry)
  • Natural Flavors
  • L-malic acid and potassium sorbate (as preservative)
Efficacy Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) 3 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) (from Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sodium) 3.4 mg Effective
  • Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 50 mg High
  • Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin) (10,000 mcg) 10 mg High
  • Biotin 300 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 50 mg Effective
  • Choline (from Choline Bitartrate) 5 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 5 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 25
Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3%**
Total Sugars 0 g
Includes 0 g of Added Sugars 0%**
Sugar Alcohols (Xylitol & Erythritol) 4 g
Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) (from Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sodium) 3.4 mg 262%
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 50 mg 313%
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg 588%
Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin) (10,000 mcg) 10 mg 416,667%
Biotin 300 mcg 1,000%
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 50 mg 1,000%
Choline (from Choline Bitartrate) 5 mg 1%
Inositol 5 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Glycerin Safe

Retains moisture and helps dissolve ingredients in softgels and liquids.

Xylitol Safe

Provides sweetness with reduced calorie content. Does not promote tooth decay.

Erythritol Safe

Provides sweetness without significant calorie content.

Seven berry concentrate (blueberry, blackberry, black currant, strawberry, raspberry, acai berry, cranberry) Unknown
Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

L-malic acid and potassium sorbate (as preservative) Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
NOW Foods

Founded 1968 · Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA · 996 products · nowfoods.com

Certifications

7 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Informed Sport Verified Source
Labdoor Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

7 incidents
Lawsuit Mislabeled St. John's Wort supplement, containing significantly less of the active ingredient than advertised.NoneSource
Lawsuit A data breach that compromised personal and health information of employees and dependents.2023Source
Prop 65 Lead2021-11-30Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Raw Macadamia Nuts2020-06-12Source
Recall NOW Real Food® Zesty Sprouting Mix2018-06-21Source
Lawsuit Misleadingly using slack-fill packaging for their Vitamin C supplements.2015Source
Fda Warning Adulterated Dietary Supplement due to pesticide (quintozene) contamination in American Ginseng.2007-10-12Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry a good supplement?

NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry, 12 Packets, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) Each received a product quality score of 84/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 14 active ingredients with 12 servings per container. Of the 7 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, NOW Foods, holds a brand trust score of 100/100 with 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project.

What are the ingredients in NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry?

NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry contains 14 active ingredients: Calories (25), Total Carbohydrate (9 g), Total Sugars (0 g), Includes 0 g of Added Sugars, Sugar Alcohols (Xylitol & Erythritol) (4 g), Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) (3 mg), and 8 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Thiamin at 250% DV, Riboflavin at 262% DV, Niacin at 313% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry safe to take?

NOW Foods B-12 Shots, Mixed Berry, 12 Packets, 0.5 fl oz (15 ml) Each 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 NOW Foods a trustworthy supplement brand?

NOW Foods receives a brand trust score of 100/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois, USA, the company offers 996 products in their lineup. They hold 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Labdoor, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: NOW Foods has 7 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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