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The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Acid Complex supplement bottle
The Vitamin Shoppe

Amino Acid Complex Review

What We Researched
· 9 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
76
Product Score Fair
83
Brand Score Good

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

Product Analysis

Transparency Fair

Supplement Facts

No supplement facts data available.

Bioavailability N/A

Absorption Rating

No ingredient forms matched our reference database.

Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Stearic Acid
  • Aqueous film-coating
  • Silica
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Modified Cellulose
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Aqueous film-coating Unknown
Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Modified Cellulose Safe

Creates vegetarian capsule shells with controlled dissolution.

Brand Trust Report
The Vitamin Shoppe

Founded 1977 · Secaucus, New Jersey, U.S. · 1050 products · vitaminshoppe.com

Certifications

4 certifications
Nsf Certified For Sport Source available Primary evidence
Fda Gmp Inspections Source available Primary evidence
Usda Organic Source available Primary evidence
Non-GMO Project Verified Supporting evidence unavailable

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Coa Availability — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Contains Proprietary Blend — True Brand claim; evidence unavailable

Violation History

6 incidents
Lawsuit Understating the sodium content of its Plnt Organic Protein Bar.2025 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Lead2024-02-08 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Failure to pay accurate wages and provide proper breaks.2023 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit False and misleading labeling on BodyTech glutamine supplements.2023 Source available Primary source
Recall Vthrive Bioactive Women's One-Daily Multi vitamins2020-09-24 Source available Primary source
Recall The Vitamin Shoppe Energy Formula multivitamins2020-04-16 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Acid Complex a good supplement?

The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Acid Complex received a product quality score of 76/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. with 25 servings per container. Of the 9 inactive ingredients, 8 are rated safe and 0 ingredients are flagged for review. The manufacturer, The Vitamin Shoppe, holds a brand trust score of 83/100.

Is The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Acid Complex safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Acid Complex. 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 The Vitamin Shoppe a trustworthy supplement brand?

The Vitamin Shoppe receives a brand trust score of 83/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, U.S., the company offers 1050 products in their lineup. Note: The Vitamin Shoppe has 6 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.