Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief, Soothing Lozenge With Honey, 20 Soft Lozenges supplement bottle
Sambucol

Black Elderberry, Throat Relief, Soothing Lozenge With Honey, 20 Soft Lozenges

What We Researched
4 active ingredients analyzed · 8 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
65
Product Score Fair
66
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg 56%
Zinc (as zinc gluconate) 3 mg 27%
Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) Fruit Juice Powder (equivalent to 1,500 mg of premium black elderberry fruit) 200 mg **
Honey 100 mg **
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Zinc (as zinc gluconate) Good
  • Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) Fruit Juice Powder (equivalent to 1,500 mg of premium black elderberry fruit) Fair
  • Honey Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Acacia Gum
  • Maltitol
  • Sorbitol
  • Purified Water
  • Blackcurrant flavor
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Stevia
  • Beeswax
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc gluconate) 3 mg Under-dosed
  • Honey 100 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 50 mg 56%
Zinc (as zinc gluconate) 3 mg 27%
Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) Fruit Juice Powder (equivalent to 1,500 mg of premium black elderberry fruit) 200 mg **
Honey 100 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Acacia Gum Safe

Binds tablet ingredients together. Also a source of soluble fiber.

Maltitol Generally_safe

It is used to add sweetness with fewer calories than sugar.

Sorbitol Safe

Provides sweetness and helps retain moisture in chewables.

Purified Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Blackcurrant flavor Unknown
Vegetable Oil Generally_safe

It can be used as a carrier or emollient.

Stevia Safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Beeswax Safe

Used as a coating and to help form softgel capsules.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Sambucol

Founded 1991 · San Diego, CA, United States · 14 products · sambucolusa.com/

Certifications

2 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Halal Certified Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source

Violation History

4 incidents
Lawsuit Violating California consumer protection statutes by selling certain Sambucol Dietary Supplements without disclosing that they contain a new dietary ingredient not approved by the FDA and making misleading claims about disease prevention.2024Source
Lawsuit Falsely labeling some black elderberry products as containing a unique, proprietary black elderberry extract developed by a virologist.2023Source
Lawsuit Prominent and systematic mislabeling, and making claims that the products could help fight off viruses.2021Source
Recall Sambucol Cold & Flu Capsule2015-10-14Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief a good supplement?

Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief, Soothing Lozenge With Honey, 20 Soft Lozenges received a product quality score of 65/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 4 active ingredients Of the 8 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Sambucol, holds a brand trust score of 66/100 with 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Halal Certified.

What are the ingredients in Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief?

Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief contains 4 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (50 mg), Zinc (as zinc gluconate) (3 mg), Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra L.) Fruit Juice Powder (equivalent to 1,500 mg of premium black elderberry fruit) (200 mg), Honey (100 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief safe to take?

Sambucol Black Elderberry, Throat Relief, Soothing Lozenge With Honey, 20 Soft Lozenges 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 Sambucol a trustworthy supplement brand?

Sambucol receives a brand trust score of 66/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in San Diego, CA, United States, the company offers 14 products in their lineup. They hold 2 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Halal Certified. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Sambucol has 4 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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