Vitamin C + Zinc product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Vitamin C + Zinc Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Boots

Vitamin C + Zinc is one of the supplement products analyzed by Zerotox for Boots. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

This product contains ascorbic acid and zinc oxide, both of which are common in supplements. However, the presence of synthetic additives like sorbitol and magnesium stearate raises quality concerns.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains ascorbic acid and zinc oxide, both of which are common in supplements. However, the presence of synthetic additives like sorbitol and magnesium stearate raises quality concerns.

Main concern

Sorbitol is a synthetic sweetener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Ascorbic acid is a well-known antioxidant that supports immune function.
  • Zinc oxide is included for its role in various bodily functions, including immune support.

Concerns

  • Sorbitol is a synthetic sweetener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
  • Magnesium stearate is a common additive that can raise concerns about synthetic processing.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this supplement.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3944620

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Frequently asked questions

Boots — Vitamin C + Zinc has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among supplements products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Sorbitol is a synthetic sweetener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.; Magnesium stearate is a common additive that can raise concerns about synthetic processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Boots — Vitamin C + Zinc has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Boots — Vitamin C + Zinc has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Boots products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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Zerotox scores are based on ingredients and are not medical advice. Check the breakdown above and consult a healthcare provider. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product contains ascorbic acid and zinc oxide, both of which are common in supplements. However, the presence of synthetic additives like sorbitol and magnesium stearate raises quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse Boots products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Our analysis notes: Ascorbic acid is a well-known antioxidant that supports immune function.; Zinc oxide is included for its role in various bodily functions, including immune support.. See the Pros section above.

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