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Red Yeast Rice Review

What We Researched
1 active ingredient analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 3 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
100
Product Score Excellent
81
Brand Score Good

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Red Yeast Rice powder 1200 mg †
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Red Yeast Rice powder Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin
  • Rice Flour
  • Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
  • Silica
Efficacy Excellent

Dosage Analysis

  • Red Yeast Rice powder 1200 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Red Yeast Rice powder 1200 mg †

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Vegetable Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to equipment. Derived from vegetable sources.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Brand Trust Report
Sundown

Founded 1977 · Bridgewater, NJ, USA · 359 products · sundownnutrition.com/

Certifications

3 certifications
Consumerlab Source available Primary evidence
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Usda Organic Source available Primary evidence

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Evidence available Evidence
In House Testing — Claimed Evidence available Evidence

Violation History

9 incidents
Lawsuit FTC charges of 'review hijacking' on Amazon to mislead consumers.2023 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Deceptive 'review hijacking' on Amazon to mislead consumers about product ratings and popularity.2023 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit The Bountiful Company, including Sundown Naturals, engaged in 'review hijacking' on Amazon.com to deceive consumers.2023 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Deceptive labeling of 'Complete' multivitamins that were missing essential B vitamins.2021 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit A class-action lawsuit was filed against Rexall Sundown, Inc., NatureSmart, LLC, and The Bountiful Company for misrepresenting 'Complete' multivitamin gummies that lacked all essential B vitamins.2021 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Rexall Sundown, Inc. faced a class-action lawsuit for allegedly mislabeling joint health products.2017 Source available Primary source
Recall Rexall Calcium 1200 mg plus 1000IU Vitamin D3, 60 softgels2012-01-16 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit The FTC charged Rexall Sundown, Inc. with making misleading claims about its Cellasene product.2003 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit False and unsubstantiated claims for the 'Cellasene' supplement.2000 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sundown Red Yeast Rice a good supplement?

Sundown Red Yeast Rice received a product quality score of 100/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 1 active ingredients All 4 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Sundown, holds a brand trust score of 81/100.

What are the ingredients in Sundown Red Yeast Rice?

Sundown Red Yeast Rice contains 1 active ingredients: Red Yeast Rice powder (1200 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Sundown Red Yeast Rice safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Sundown Red Yeast Rice. All 4 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are currently classified as safe in GoodSupp's ingredient reference data. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Sundown a trustworthy supplement brand?

Sundown receives a brand trust score of 81/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ, USA, the company offers 359 products in their lineup. Note: Sundown has 9 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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Disclaimer: GoodSupp provides independent supplement quality analysis for informational purposes only. Scores are generated algorithmically based on ingredient profiles, brand certifications, and public records — read our methodology. This is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Product data is sourced from manufacturer labels and public databases. GoodSupp is not affiliated with any supplement brand.