The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free, 8 fl oz (236 ml) supplement bottle
The Vitamin Shoppe

Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free, 8 fl oz (236 ml)

What We Researched
6 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
83
Product Score Good
87
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%†
SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) 10 ml** *
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%†
SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) 10 ml** *
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) Fair
  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Vegetable Glycerin
  • Deionized Water
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 30
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%†
SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) 10 ml** *
Calories 30
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 3%†
SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) 10 ml** *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Vegetable Glycerin Safe

Helps form softgel capsule shells and acts as a humectant.

Deionized Water Safe

It is used as a solvent to dissolve ingredients.

Price Comparison

iHerb $18.87 $0.79 / serving
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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
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 Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free a good supplement?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free, 8 fl oz (236 ml) received a product quality score of 83/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 6 active ingredients with 24 servings per container. All 2 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. 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 Extract, Alcohol Free?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free contains 6 active ingredients: Calories (30), Total Carbohydrates (8 g), SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) (10 ml**), Calories (30), Total Carbohydrates (8 g), SambucusBlack Elderberry Extract(Sambucus nigra)(berry) (10 ml**). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free safe to take?

The Vitamin Shoppe Sambucus Black Elderberry Extract, Alcohol Free, 8 fl oz (236 ml) has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 2 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. 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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