NOW Foods Policosanol, 20 mg, 90 Veg Capsules supplement bottle
NOW Foods

Policosanol, 20 mg, 90 Veg Capsules

What We Researched
5 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
70
Product Score Fair
100
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) 20 mg *
Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) 100 mg *
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) 100 mg *
Alpha Lipoic Acid 50 mg *
Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) 30 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) Fair
  • Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) Good
  • Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) Poor
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Fair
  • Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose (Cellulose Capsule)
  • Rice maltodextrin (contains mixed tocopherols from soy)
  • Rice Flour
  • Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source) and Silicon Dioxide
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) 20 mg Effective
  • Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) 30 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) 20 mg *
Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) 100 mg *
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) 100 mg *
Alpha Lipoic Acid 50 mg *
Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) 30 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.

Rice maltodextrin (contains mixed tocopherols from soy) Unknown
Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source) and Silicon Dioxide Generally_safe

They are used to improve the flow and processing of the supplement.

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 Policosanol, 20 mg a good supplement?

NOW Foods Policosanol, 20 mg, 90 Veg Capsules received a product quality score of 70/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 5 active ingredients Of the 4 inactive ingredients, 2 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 Policosanol, 20 mg?

NOW Foods Policosanol, 20 mg contains 5 active ingredients: Policosanol (from Sugar Cane) (20 mg), Artichoke Extract (Cynara scolymus) (Leaf) (min. 2% Caffeoylquinic Acids as Cynarins) (100 mg), Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 80 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) (100 mg), Alpha Lipoic Acid (50 mg), Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols) (30 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NOW Foods Policosanol, 20 mg safe to take?

NOW Foods Policosanol, 20 mg, 90 Veg Capsules 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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