NOW Foods Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules supplement bottle
NOW Foods

Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules

What We Researched
2 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
81
Product Score Good
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Mucuna Extract (Mucuna spp.) (Seed) (Min. 15% L-Dopa, naturally occurring) 800 mg **
L-Dopa 120 mg **
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Mucuna Extract (Mucuna spp.) (Seed) (Min. 15% L-Dopa, naturally occurring) Good
  • L-Dopa Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose (Cellulose Capsule)
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose and Stearic Acid (Vegetable Source)
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Mucuna Extract (Mucuna spp.) (Seed) (Min. 15% L-Dopa, naturally occurring) 800 mg Effective
  • L-Dopa 120 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Mucuna Extract (Mucuna spp.) (Seed) (Min. 15% L-Dopa, naturally occurring) 800 mg **
L-Dopa 120 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose (Cellulose Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making vegetarian capsules.

Microcrystalline Cellulose and Stearic Acid (Vegetable Source) Safe

It is used as a filler and lubricant.

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 Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules a good supplement?

NOW Foods Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules received a product quality score of 81/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 2 active ingredients All 2 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. 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 Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules?

NOW Foods Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules contains 2 active ingredients: Mucuna Extract (Mucuna spp.) (Seed) (Min. 15% L-Dopa, naturally occurring) (800 mg), L-Dopa (120 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules safe to take?

NOW Foods Dopa Mucuna, 90 Veg Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 2 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. 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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