Clarity Product Analysis

Swanson

Vitamin B-12 1,000 mcg

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All clear17 of 21 ingredients checked · 0 flagged · 17 clear
No safety flags identified
17Checked
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13Safe
4Flagged

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Full ingredient analysis

IngredientStatusEvidenceNotes
BeeswaxSafeSilverSafe. Natural glazing agent. FDA GRAS.
Beet JuiceNot in DB
CalciumSafeGoldRecommended during lactation. Maternal calcium needs increase postpartum.
Carnauba WaxSafeSilverSafe. Glazing agent on tablets. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Citric AcidSafeGoldDAO: Low
Croscarmellose SodiumSafeSilverSafe. Disintegrant used in tablets. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Food GlazeNot in DB
Food Starch, ModifiedNot in DB
GelatinSafeSilverSafe. Derived from animal collagen. Common capsule material. No breastfeeding concerns.
KaolinSafeBronzeSafe for topical use.. Histamine: N/A
Magnesium StearateSafeGoldSafe for breastfeeding.. DAO: Low
MaltodextrinSafeGoldCaution due to potential digestive issues.
MannitolSafeGoldCaution advised during lactation.. DAO: Low
Microcrystalline CelluloseSafeSilverSafe. Plant-derived filler/binder. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
natural and artificial Cherry flavorNot in DB
Natural FlavorsEmergingGoldCaution advised due to potential sensitivity.
Stearic AcidSafeBronzeNatural fatty acid.. Histamine: N/A
SucroseSafeSilverSafe. Table sugar. No breastfeeding concerns at normal intake.
TalcSafeGoldCaution due to potential risks.
Titanium DioxideSafeGoldSafe for topical use during breastfeeding. Mineral sunscreen with negligible systemic absorption .... Histamine: N/A
Vitamin B12SafeGoldHistamine: N/A

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 17 of 21 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.
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