The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex supplement bottle
The Vitamin Shoppe

Echinacea Goldenseal Complex

What We Researched
4 active ingredients analyzed · 10 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
66
Product Score Fair
87
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Echinacea purpurea 150 mg †
Echinacea angustifolia 150 mg †
Goldenseal 100 mg †
Cayenne 50 mg †
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Echinacea purpurea Good
  • Echinacea angustifolia Good
  • Goldenseal Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Rice Flour
  • Gelatin
  • Maltodextrin
  • Burdock root powder
  • Gentian root powder
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Wood Betony 4:1 extract
  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Caramel Color
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Echinacea purpurea 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Echinacea angustifolia 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Goldenseal 100 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Echinacea purpurea 150 mg †
Echinacea angustifolia 150 mg †
Goldenseal 100 mg †
Cayenne 50 mg †

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Gelatin Safe

Forms the capsule shell that holds the supplement contents.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Burdock root powder Unknown
Gentian root powder Unknown
Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Wood Betony 4:1 extract Unknown
Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

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

Caramel Color Generally_safe

It provides a brown color to the product.

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
The Vitamin Shoppe

Founded 1977 · Secaucus, New Jersey, U.S. · 301 products · vitaminshoppe.com

Certifications

4 certifications
Consumerlab Verified
Nsf Certified For Sport Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Verified Source

Violation History

7 incidents
Lawsuit Understating the sodium content of its Plnt Organic Protein Bar.2025Source
Prop 65 Lead2024-02-08Source
Lawsuit Failure to pay accurate wages and provide proper breaks.2023Source
Lawsuit False and misleading labeling on BodyTech glutamine supplements.2023Source
Lawsuit Website inaccessible to visually impaired individuals.2021Source
Recall Vthrive Bioactive Women's One-Daily Multi vitamins2020-09-24Source
Recall The Vitamin Shoppe Energy Formula multivitamins2020-04-16Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex a good supplement?

The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex received a product quality score of 66/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 4 active ingredients Of the 10 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, The Vitamin Shoppe, holds a brand trust score of 87/100 with 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic.

What are the ingredients in The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex?

The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex contains 4 active ingredients: Echinacea purpurea (150 mg), Echinacea angustifolia (150 mg), Goldenseal (100 mg), Cayenne (50 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex safe to take?

The Vitamin Shoppe Echinacea Goldenseal Complex 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 The Vitamin Shoppe a trustworthy supplement brand?

The Vitamin Shoppe receives a brand trust score of 87/100 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 301 products in their lineup. They hold 4 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Nsf Certified For Sport, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: The Vitamin Shoppe has 7 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. 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.