NOW Foods, Methyl B-12, 1,000 mcg, 100 Lozenges
Each lozenge supplies 1,000 mcg of methylcobalamin as the only declared active ingredient, and the label identifies the product as vegetarian/vegan and non-animal-derived. The suggested use is one lozenge one to two times daily, so the labeled 100 servings represent 50-100 days depending on use.
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Our Verdict
It ranks first because its named third-party GMP program, active methylcobalamin form, trial-relevant 1,000 mcg dose and low cost produce the strongest weighted balance. The GMP certification is not equivalent to lot-specific potency verification, which limits the testing score.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- •One lozenge provides 1,000 mcg of methylcobalamin with no added folate or B6.
- •The label identifies the formula as vegan and excludes wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts and sesame from manufacture.
- •NOW lists an Intertek GMP Supplement Certification and the active cost is approximately $0.0795 per 1,000 mcg.
Cons
- •No USP/NSF product certification or product-specific certificate of analysis is linked from the iHerb page.
- •Contains xylitol, which requires secure storage away from pets.
Specifications
| B12 Form | Methylcobalamin |
| B12 Per Serving | 1,000 mcg |
| Delivery Form | Chewable/dissolving lozenge |
| Serving Size | 1 lozenge |
| Added B6/Folate | None |
| Testing/Certifications | Intertek GMP Supplement Certification; no linked product-specific COA |
| Cost per 1,000 mcg B12 | $0.0795 |
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Vegans wanting a single-ingredient methylcobalamin lozenge
- Buyers balancing documented manufacturing controls with low active cost
Not For
- Households that prefer to avoid xylitol
- Buyers requiring USP, NSF or a publicly linked product-specific COA
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