Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS supplement bottle
What We Researched
7 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 3 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
80
Product Score Good
91
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 2 g 1%
Vitamin C (as Manganese Ascorbate) 6 mg 10%
Manganese (as Manganese Ascorbate) 1 mg 50%
Glucosamine HCl 1.5 g
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 1.2 g
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Vitamin C (as Manganese Ascorbate) Fair
  • Manganese (as Manganese Ascorbate) Good
  • Glucosamine HCl Fair
  • Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin
  • Contains <2% of
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as Manganese Ascorbate) 6 mg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (as Manganese Ascorbate) 1 mg Under-dosed
  • Glucosamine HCl 1.5 g Effective
  • Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 1.2 g Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 10 {Calories}
Sodium 100 mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 2 g 1%
Vitamin C (as Manganese Ascorbate) 6 mg 10%
Manganese (as Manganese Ascorbate) 1 mg 50%
Glucosamine HCl 1.5 g
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate 1.2 g

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Contains <2% of Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care

Founded 1992 · Edgewood, Maryland and Lancaster, South Carolina, USA · 10 products · nutramaxlabs.com/

Certifications

3 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Nsf Certified For Sport Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

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

Violation History

3 incidents
Lawsuit False advertising of Cosamin joint pain supplements.2025Source
Lawsuit Misleading marketing of the Cosequin pet health product.2024Source
Lawsuit False and misleading advertising, and failure to meet label claims for active ingredients in several products.2022Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS a good supplement?

Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS received a product quality score of 80/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 7 active ingredients with 60 servings per container. Of the 2 inactive ingredients, 1 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care, holds a brand trust score of 91/100 with 3 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS?

Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS contains 7 active ingredients: Calories (10 {Calories}), Sodium (100 mg), Total Carbohydrates (2 g), Vitamin C (as Manganese Ascorbate) (6 mg), Manganese (as Manganese Ascorbate) (1 mg), Glucosamine HCl (1.5 g), and 1 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS safe to take?

Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Cosamin DS 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 Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care a trustworthy supplement brand?

Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care receives a brand trust score of 91/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Edgewood, Maryland and Lancaster, South Carolina, USA, the company offers 10 products in their lineup. They hold 3 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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