The Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets supplement bottle
The Vitamin Shoppe

Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets

What We Researched
10 active ingredients analyzed · 14 inactive ingredients decoded · 4 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
78
Product Score Fair
87
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) 50 mcg 250%
Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 198 mg 15%
Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCI 750 mg *
Chondroitin Sulfate 600 mg *
Hydrolyzed Collagen Type 1 & 3 (bovine) 300 mg *
OptiMSM® Methylsulfonylmethane 250 mg *
Boswellia serrata extract (resin)std. to 65% Boswellic acids 150 mg *
Meriva® Turmeric Phytosome™(Curcuma longa extract (root) and sunflower phospholipid complex)std to 18% curcuminoids 150 mg *
Hyaluronic Acid 20 mg *
Bioperine® Black Pepper Extract fruit extract(Piper nigrum)(fruit) std. to 95% piperine 5 mg *
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) Good
  • Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) Fair
  • Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCI Good
  • Chondroitin Sulfate Good
  • Hydrolyzed Collagen Type 1 & 3 (bovine) Good
  • OptiMSM® Methylsulfonylmethane Good
  • Boswellia serrata extract (resin)std. to 65% Boswellic acids Good
  • Meriva® Turmeric Phytosome™(Curcuma longa extract (root) and sunflower phospholipid complex)std to 18% curcuminoids Good
  • Hyaluronic Acid Good
  • Bioperine® Black Pepper Extract fruit extract(Piper nigrum)(fruit) std. to 95% piperine Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Stearic Acid
  • Pharmaceutical Glaze
  • Sunflower Lecithin
  • Maltodextrin
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Modified Food Starch
  • Magnesium Silicate
  • Sucrose
  • Sodium Ascorbate
  • Medium Chain Triglycerides
  • Di-alpha tocopherol
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) 50 mcg Effective
  • Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 198 mg Under-dosed
  • Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCI 750 mg Under-dosed
  • Chondroitin Sulfate 600 mg Under-dosed
  • Hydrolyzed Collagen Type 1 & 3 (bovine) 300 mg Under-dosed
  • OptiMSM® Methylsulfonylmethane 250 mg Under-dosed
  • Boswellia serrata extract (resin)std. to 65% Boswellic acids 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Meriva® Turmeric Phytosome™(Curcuma longa extract (root) and sunflower phospholipid complex)std to 18% curcuminoids 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Hyaluronic Acid 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Bioperine® Black Pepper Extract fruit extract(Piper nigrum)(fruit) std. to 95% piperine 5 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) 50 mcg 250%
Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 198 mg 15%
Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCI 750 mg *
Chondroitin Sulfate 600 mg *
Hydrolyzed Collagen Type 1 & 3 (bovine) 300 mg *
OptiMSM® Methylsulfonylmethane 250 mg *
Boswellia serrata extract (resin)std. to 65% Boswellic acids 150 mg *
Meriva® Turmeric Phytosome™(Curcuma longa extract (root) and sunflower phospholipid complex)std to 18% curcuminoids 150 mg *
Hyaluronic Acid 20 mg *
Bioperine® Black Pepper Extract fruit extract(Piper nigrum)(fruit) std. to 95% piperine 5 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

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.

Pharmaceutical Glaze Generally_safe

It is used to coat tablets or capsules for easier swallowing or controlled release.

Sunflower Lecithin Safe

Helps mix oil and water-based ingredients. Allergen-free alternative to soy lecithin.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Modified Food Starch Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or thickener in supplements.

Magnesium Silicate Generally_safe

It is used to improve powder flow and prevent clumping.

Sucrose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Sodium Ascorbate Safe

It helps to stabilize the pH and prevent oxidation.

Medium Chain Triglycerides Safe

Enhances absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

Di-alpha tocopherol Unknown

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
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 Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets a good supplement?

The Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets received a product quality score of 78/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 10 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 14 inactive ingredients, 8 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 Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets?

The Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets contains 10 active ingredients: Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) (2000 IU) (50 mcg), Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) (198 mg), Glucosamine Sulfate 2KCI (750 mg), Chondroitin Sulfate (600 mg), Hydrolyzed Collagen Type 1 & 3 (bovine) (300 mg), OptiMSM® Methylsulfonylmethane (250 mg), and 4 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin D3 at 250% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is The Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets safe to take?

The Vitamin Shoppe Ultimate Gold Joint Care, 60 Tablets 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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