B-12
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.
Ingredients per Serving
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Folate249 systematic reviews · 697 randomised trials | 167 mcg DFE |
| Vitamin B12141 systematic reviews · 337 randomised trials | 1 mg |
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
Fructose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sorbitol, Natural flavors, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
Recommended Use
Suggested Usage: Take 1 lozenge daily with a meal. Chew lozenge or hold in mouth until dissolved and swallow.
Warnings
Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NOW Foods B-12's Formulate score?
NOW Foods B-12 scores 74 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 NOW Foods B-12 worth it?
NOW Foods B-12 scores 74/100 (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 NOW Foods B-12?
Each serving contains Folate (167 mcg DFE), Vitamin B12 (1 mg). Serving size: 1 Lozenge(s). 250 servings per container.
How do I take b-12?
Suggested Usage: Take 1 lozenge daily with a meal. Chew lozenge or hold in mouth until dissolved and swallow.
Who makes B-12?
B-12 is made by NOW Foods. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for NOW Foods on its brand page.
Is NOW Foods B-12 third-party tested?
NOW Foods lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.
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