Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg supplement bottle
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Folate High Potency 800 mcg Review

What We Researched
1 active ingredient analyzed · 3 inactive ingredients decoded · 6 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
100
Product Score Excellent
97
Brand Score Excellent

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
Folate (as Quatrefolic® [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid equivalent to 871 mcg of [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt) 800 mcg DFE 200%
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Folate (as Quatrefolic® [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid equivalent to 871 mcg of [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt) Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Brown Rice Flour
  • Hypromellose (Vegetarian Capsule)
  • Magnesium Stearate
Efficacy Excellent

Dosage Analysis

  • Folate (as Quatrefolic® [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid equivalent to 871 mcg of [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt) 800 mcg DFE Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Folate (as Quatrefolic® [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid equivalent to 871 mcg of [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt) 800 mcg DFE 200%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Brown Rice Flour Safe

It is used as a filler or binder in supplements.

Hypromellose (Vegetarian Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making vegetarian capsules.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Brand Trust Report
Swanson

Founded 1969 · Fargo, North Dakota, United States · 1329 products · swansonvitamins.com

Certifications

6 certifications
Nsf Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Fda Gmp Inspections Source available Primary evidence
Npa Gmp Source available Primary evidence
Usda Organic Source available Primary evidence
Vegan Certified Source available Primary evidence
NSF Certified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

5 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Coa Availability — Claimed Evidence available Evidence
In House Testing — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Testing Lab Disclosure — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable
Contains Proprietary Blend — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable

Violation History

5 incidents
Recall Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin High Absorption2022-03-04 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Lead2015-11-03 Source available Primary source
Recall Swanson Premium Brand Full Spectrum Cilantro (Coriander)2014-04-04 Source available Primary source
Recall Swanson Organic Celery Seed (Whole)2011-12-16 Source available Primary source
Fda Warning Products contained an unauthorized drug (lovastatin) and were marketed with claims to treat high cholesterol, rendering them unapproved new drugs.2007-08-08 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg a good supplement?

Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg 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 3 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Swanson, holds a brand trust score of 97/100.

What are the ingredients in Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg?

Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg contains 1 active ingredients: Folate (as Quatrefolic® [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid equivalent to 871 mcg of [6S]-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt) (800 mcg DFE). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for Swanson Folate High Potency 800 mcg. All 3 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 Swanson a trustworthy supplement brand?

Swanson receives a brand trust score of 97/100 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 1329 products in their lineup. Note: Swanson has 5 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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