Thorne Trace Minerals supplement bottle
Thorne

Trace Minerals Review

What We Researched
5 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 10 brand certifications checked · Last updated: Aug 2026
95
Product Score Excellent
98
Brand Score Excellent

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

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Zinc (as TRAACS® Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)† 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg 182%
Manganese (as Manganese Citrate) 2.5 mg 109%
Chromium (as TRAACS® Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)† 100 mcg 286%
Boron (as Bororganic™ Boron Glycinate Complex)†† 700 mcg *
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Zinc (as TRAACS® Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)† Good
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) Good
  • Manganese (as Manganese Citrate) Good
  • Chromium (as TRAACS® Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)† Good
  • Boron (as Bororganic™ Boron Glycinate Complex)†† Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Hypromellose
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Leucine
  • Silica
  • Silicon Dioxide
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Zinc (as TRAACS® Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)† 15 mg Effective
  • Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg Effective
  • Manganese (as Manganese Citrate) 2.5 mg Effective
  • Chromium (as TRAACS® Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)† 100 mcg Effective
  • Boron (as Bororganic™ Boron Glycinate Complex)†† 700 mcg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Zinc (as TRAACS® Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)† 15 mg 136%
Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 100 mcg 182%
Manganese (as Manganese Citrate) 2.5 mg 109%
Chromium (as TRAACS® Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)† 100 mcg 286%
Boron (as Bororganic™ Boron Glycinate Complex)†† 700 mcg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

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

Leucine Safe

It is used for its potential muscle-building and recovery benefits.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Brand Trust Report
Thorne

Founded 1984 · New York, NY, United States · 204 products · thorne.com

Certifications

10 certifications
Nsf Certified For Sport Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
NSF Certified for Sport Verified
NSF Contents Certified Verified
Informed Choice Verified
Informed Sport Verified
Eurofins Certified Supplement Verified
Eurofins Clean Sport Verified
NSF Certified Verified

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

2 incidents
Recall Captomer, Captomer-2502014-06-12Source
Prop 65 Lead2013-12-13Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thorne Trace Minerals a good supplement?

Thorne Trace Minerals received a product quality score of 95/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, placing it in the top tier of supplements we've analyzed. The product contains 5 active ingredients All 5 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, Thorne, holds a brand trust score of 98/100 with 10 verified certifications including Nsf Certified For Sport, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, NSF Certified for Sport.

What are the ingredients in Thorne Trace Minerals?

Thorne Trace Minerals contains 5 active ingredients: Zinc (as TRAACS® Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate)† (15 mg), Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) (100 mcg), Manganese (as Manganese Citrate) (2.5 mg), Chromium (as TRAACS® Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate)† (100 mcg), Boron (as Bororganic™ Boron Glycinate Complex)†† (700 mcg). Notable high-dose ingredients include Chromium at 286% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Thorne Trace Minerals safe to take?

Thorne Trace Minerals has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 5 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 Thorne a trustworthy supplement brand?

Thorne receives a brand trust score of 98/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in New York, NY, United States, the company offers 204 products in their lineup. They hold 10 verified certifications including Nsf Certified For Sport, Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, NSF Certified for Sport. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Thorne has 2 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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