Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange, 30 Stick Packs, 0.16 oz (4.6 g) Each supplement bottle
Swanson

Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange, 30 Stick Packs, 0.16 oz (4.6 g) Each

What We Researched
18 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 6 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
72
Product Score Fair
90
Brand Score Excellent

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) 450 mcg RAE 50%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid from Transport-C PLUS®) 1,000 mg 1,111%
Thiamin (thiamin HCl) (vitamin B1) 0.38 mg 32%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 0.43 mg 33%
Niacin 5 mg NE 31%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg 588%
Folate (9 mcg folic acid) 15 mcg DFE 4%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 30 mcg 1,250%
Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (from calcium citrate and carbonate) 50 mg 4%
Magnesium (from magnesium oxide) 60 mg 14%
Zinc (from zinc ascorbate) 2 mg 18%
Manganese (from manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (from Chromax® chromium picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (from sodium bicarbonate) 68 mg 3%
Potassium (from potassium bicarbonate) 200 mg 4%
Alpha Lipoic Acid (from Alpha Lipoic Acid and Transport-C PLUS®) 36 mg *
Quercetin 1 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) Fair
  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid from Transport-C PLUS®) Fair
  • Thiamin (thiamin HCl) (vitamin B1) Fair
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Folate (9 mcg folic acid) Fair
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) Good
  • Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) Good
  • Calcium (from calcium citrate and carbonate) Good
  • Magnesium (from magnesium oxide) Poor
  • Zinc (from zinc ascorbate) Fair
  • Manganese (from manganese gluconate) Good
  • Chromium (from Chromax® chromium picolinate) Good
  • Sodium (from sodium bicarbonate) Good
  • Potassium (from potassium bicarbonate) Good
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid (from Alpha Lipoic Acid and Transport-C PLUS®) Fair
  • Quercetin Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Citric Acid
  • Natural Orange Flavor
  • Stevia
  • Silica
  • Beetroot powder
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) 450 mcg RAE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid from Transport-C PLUS®) 1,000 mg Effective
  • Thiamin (thiamin HCl) (vitamin B1) 0.38 mg Under-dosed
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 0.43 mg Under-dosed
  • Niacin 5 mg NE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg Effective
  • Folate (9 mcg folic acid) 15 mcg DFE Under-dosed
  • Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 30 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 2.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Calcium (from calcium citrate and carbonate) 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium (from magnesium oxide) 60 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (from zinc ascorbate) 2 mg Under-dosed
  • Manganese (from manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (from Chromax® chromium picolinate) 10 mcg Under-dosed
  • Sodium (from sodium bicarbonate) 68 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium (from potassium bicarbonate) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid (from Alpha Lipoic Acid and Transport-C PLUS®) 36 mg Under-dosed
  • Quercetin 1 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) 450 mcg RAE 50%
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid from Transport-C PLUS®) 1,000 mg 1,111%
Thiamin (thiamin HCl) (vitamin B1) 0.38 mg 32%
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 0.43 mg 33%
Niacin 5 mg NE 31%
Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg 588%
Folate (9 mcg folic acid) 15 mcg DFE 4%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 30 mcg 1,250%
Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 2.5 mg 50%
Calcium (from calcium citrate and carbonate) 50 mg 4%
Magnesium (from magnesium oxide) 60 mg 14%
Zinc (from zinc ascorbate) 2 mg 18%
Manganese (from manganese gluconate) 0.5 mg 22%
Chromium (from Chromax® chromium picolinate) 10 mcg 29%
Sodium (from sodium bicarbonate) 68 mg 3%
Potassium (from potassium bicarbonate) 200 mg 4%
Alpha Lipoic Acid (from Alpha Lipoic Acid and Transport-C PLUS®) 36 mg *
Quercetin 1 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Citric Acid Safe

Adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative. Also aids in ingredient stability.

Natural Orange Flavor Safe

It is used to add orange flavor to the supplement.

Stevia Safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Beetroot powder Unknown

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
Swanson

Founded 1969 · Fargo, North Dakota, United States · 994 products · swansonvitamins.com

Certifications

6 certifications
Consumerlab Verified
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Npa Gmp Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Vegan Certified Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

6 incidents
Recall Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin High Absorption2022-03-04Source
Lawsuit Website not accessible to blind individuals, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).2019Source
Prop 65 Lead2015-11-03Source
Recall Swanson Premium Brand Full Spectrum Cilantro (Coriander)2014-04-04Source
Recall Swanson Organic Celery Seed (Whole)2011-12-16Source
Fda Warning Products contained an unauthorized drug (lovastatin) and were marketed with claims to treat high cholesterol, rendering them unapproved new drugs.2007-08-08Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange a good supplement?

Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange, 30 Stick Packs, 0.16 oz (4.6 g) Each received a product quality score of 72/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 18 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 5 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Swanson, holds a brand trust score of 90/100 with 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Npa Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange?

Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange contains 18 active ingredients: Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) (450 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid from Transport-C PLUS®) (1,000 mg), Thiamin (thiamin HCl) (vitamin B1) (0.38 mg), Riboflavin (vitamin B2) (0.43 mg), Niacin (5 mg NE), Vitamin B6 (from pyridoxine HCl) (10 mg), and 12 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 1,111% DV, Vitamin B6 at 588% DV, Vitamin B12 at 1,250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange safe to take?

Swanson Energy C with Electrolytes, Natural Orange, 30 Stick Packs, 0.16 oz (4.6 g) Each 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 Swanson a trustworthy supplement brand?

Swanson receives a brand trust score of 90/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, United States, the company offers 994 products in their lineup. They hold 6 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Npa Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Swanson has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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