BioStacks
Swanson

Policosanol, 20 mg

1 Capsule · 60 servings · $0.21/serving

39 / 100Poor

Score Breakdown

Formulation
45
Safety
87
Final score
39/100

Ingredients (4)

Policosanol

100%

Dose

20 mg

Target

5–20 mg

Form

Octacosanol

100%

Dose

10 mg

Target

5–20 mg

Form

Triacontanol

40%

Dose

2 mg

Target

5–20 mg

Form

Hexacosanol

20%

Dose

1 mg

Target

5–20 mg

Form

Other Ingredients (2)

Rice FlourFiller

Rice-based ingredients carry risk of inorganic arsenic contamination (FDA and Consumer Reports). Rice accumulates arsenic from soil at higher rates than other grains. Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.

GelatinCapsule

Protein derived from collagen, used in traditional capsule shells

Track this supplement in your stack

Get personalized insights, interactions, and coverage recommendations.

Get Started Free

Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and 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. clinical 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.