Zinc

73B+

Grade B+ · tablet · 100 servings · $9.90

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Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026

Score Breakdown

Three factors carry this score; three more are checked separately and can only take points away. Hover or tap to see what drove each one.

Evidence Qualityweight 40%

99/ 100

Dose Adequacyweight 35%

72/ 100

Form/Bioavailabilityweight 25%

72/ 100

Transparencyweight 0%

90/ 100

Safety/Redundancyweight 0%

100/ 100

Manufacturing Qualityweight 0%

50/ 100

Ingredients per Serving

Ingredient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium 702 systematic reviews · 3290 randomised trials benefit · post-thyroidectomy hypocalcaemia benefit · preeclampsia benefit · bppv recurrence benefit · bone mineral density	26 mg	undefined%
Zinc 469 systematic reviews · 1315 randomised trials benefit · insulin resistance benefit · inflammation benefit · oxidative stress benefit · radiation-induced oral mucositis (topical zinc)	15 mg	undefined%

Certifications & Testing

Gluten-Free

Other Ingredients

Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Ethylcellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Alfalfa

Recommended Use

Directions: Adults: take one tablet daily at mealtime.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carlson Zinc's Formulate score?

Carlson Zinc scores 73 out of 100 (grade B+) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.

Is Carlson Zinc worth it?

Carlson Zinc scores 73/100 (grade B+). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.

What's in Carlson Zinc?

Each serving contains Calcium (26 mg), Zinc (15 mg). Serving size: 1 Tablet(s). 100 servings per container.

How do I take zinc?

Directions: Adults: take one tablet daily at mealtime.

Who makes Zinc?

Zinc is made by Carlson. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Carlson on its brand page.

Is Carlson Zinc third-party tested?

Carlson lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Gluten-Free.

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