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Sambucus® Kids, Immune Gummy with Zinc & Vitamin C, Elderberry
1 Gummy · 60 servings · $0.25/serving
Ingredients (3)
Vitamin C
12%Dose
30 mg
Target
250–2000 mg
Form
Budget
Black Elder Extract standardized to anthocyanins from 1,600 mg of premium cultivar elderberries per gummy
31%Dose
25 mg
Target
80–500 mg
Form
—
Zinc
7%Dose
1.1 mg
Target
15–30 mg
Form
Standard
Children's product — scores and dose assessments use adult reference ranges. Actual adequacy may differ for children.
Other Ingredients (9)
SucroseSweetener
Added sugars and high glycemic load; dental caries risk
Tapioca SyrupSweetener
High glycemic index similar to glucose syrup. Adds significant sugars and calories — often the primary ingredient by weight in gummy supplements. 'Organic' labeling does not change the glycemic impact.
Coconut OilCarrier
Edible oil from coconut used as a release/anti-sticking agent and carrier in gummies and soft formats
Natural FlavorsFlavor
Broad regulatory category of flavor constituents derived from natural sources. Composition is proprietary and not disclosed — 'Natural Flavors' can include several hundred different compounds depending on the target flavor profile, including hexane-extracted constituents and proprietary carrier solvents. 'Natural' is a regulatory definition (21 CFR §101.22), not a safety guarantee.
BeeswaxCoating
Natural wax produced by honeybees, used as a coating and binding agent in softgels and tablets
Citric AcidAcidulant
Natural acid derived from citrus fruits
PectinGelling Agent
Plant polysaccharide from citrus peels or apple pomace used to gel pectin-based gummies
Purified WaterSolvent
Water meeting USP specifications used as solvent/vehicle in gummies and liquids
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Take it with food — the zinc in it is what makes this kind of product feel nauseating on an empty stomach.
With food
Space it a couple of hours from Iron and Calcium
On the label
Not for children under 2 years of age due to choking hazard. Children 2-3 years of age, chew 1 gummy daily. Children 4 years of age and older, chew 2 gummies daily. Instruct child to chew the gummies thoroughly before swallowing. Do not exceed recommended daily dose.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
Price Check
$15.11
Near the median of 375 vitamin C supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.