The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) supplement bottle
The Vitamin Shoppe

Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule)

What We Researched
1 active ingredient analyzed · 6 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
83
Product Score Good
87
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract 10:1 (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) 1,000 mg** *
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract 10:1 (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose (Capsule)
  • Rice Extract
  • Rice Hulls
  • Gum Arabic
  • Sunflower Oil
  • Rice Flour
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract 10:1 (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) 1,000 mg** *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose (Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making vegetarian capsules.

Rice Extract Safe

It is used as a filler or to provide specific rice-derived compounds.

Rice Hulls Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or flow agent.

Gum Arabic Safe

It is used as a thickener, binder, or emulsifier.

Sunflower Oil Safe

Helps dissolve and absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Rice Flour Safe

Natural bulking agent to fill capsule space. Hypoallergenic.

Price Comparison

Price History

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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
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Prop 65 Lead2024-02-08Source
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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 Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) a good supplement?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) received a product quality score of 83/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 1 active ingredients with 50 servings per container. Of the 6 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 Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule)?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) contains 1 active ingredients: Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract 10:1 (Sambucus nigra) (fruit) (1,000 mg**). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) safe to take?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry, 100 Vegetable Capsules (500 mg per Capsule) 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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