Chelated Zinc 30 mg

Chelated Zinc 30 mg

Carlson4.9 (2,889 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 100 Tablet(s) · 100 servings
Goals
$10.97 $0.10 per serving

About this product

A known zinc shortfall is the clearest reason to choose this focused supplement. Zinc supports normal immune function and skin repair, while its hair and testosterone benefits mainly concern inadequate zinc intake. Extra intake does not establish additional benefits once nutritional needs are met.

The 30 mg amount and glycinate chelate source are clearly named, making the serving easy to assess. The chelated form has favorable absorption support, although that does not establish better hair, skin or hormone outcomes. The amount is below the stated adult upper intake level, but the copper amount is unknown, so mineral balance cannot be checked.

The low serving cost supports value when zinc is the nutrient you need. A single active ingredient also avoids paying for an unrelated nutrient mix. Standalone vision improvement is not established, so the eye-health association adds little reason to choose it.

Who is it for
  • Adults with an identified zinc intake gap.
  • People seeking a focused zinc supplement rather than a broad nutrient blend.
Best for
  • Supporting normal zinc-dependent functions when intake is low.
  • Keeping the cost of targeted zinc supplementation low.

Pros

  • The chelated zinc form has favorable absorption support.
  • The stated elemental amount makes comparisons easier.
  • Low serving cost suits a focused nutritional need.

Cons

  • Copper content is unknown, preventing a mineral-balance assessment.
  • Additional hair, skin or testosterone benefits are unestablished with adequate intake.
  • The eye-health association does not establish standalone vision improvement.

Product analysis

91 out of 100

Chelated Zinc 30 mg offers targeted support for normal immune and skin functions when zinc intake is low. Its favorable glycinate form and reasonable serving cost support its appeal as a zinc supplement.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality100

Zinc glycinate is a favorable form for absorption. That form choice does not by itself establish greater hair, skin or hormone benefits.

Ingredient Transparency100

The zinc amount and source are both disclosed. That makes serving comparisons easier without interpreting an unspecified blend.

Value For Money80

The serving cost is reasonable for a clearly identified zinc supplement. The single-ingredient approach makes the cost of adding zinc easy to compare.

Customer Satisfaction91

Customer ratings are very positive across a large feedback pool. That provides a broad satisfaction picture without establishing nutritional response.

Product Focus78

The formula stays centered on zinc nutrition across several related uses. Its clearest relevance is to low zinc intake, with no established extra hair growth or testosterone benefit when intake is adequate.

Format
Tablet
Container
100 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.10
Customer rating
4.9 · 2,889 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Everyday Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitD+ PathwaysB- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
A Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Testosterone Support
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysA EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Disputed 7 studies
Hair Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 22 studies
Eye Health
Impact
High effect
B Ingredient FitD PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 39 studies
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitF PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Zinc · 30 mg
Study evidence
Zinc Supportive 66 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Zinc (Zinc Glycinate Chelate)
30 mg 83
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
Each serving provides 30 mg of zinc at a moderate cost per serving. It uses Zinc Bisglycinate. The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

Zinc Bisglycinate is the named zinc source.
Zinc Form Bioavailability
Zinc Bisglycinate is the named zinc source.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency67

The zinc amount is clearly stated as 30 mg per serving. The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The label states 30 mg of elemental zinc per serving.
Zinc Dosage Safety & Effectiveness
Each serving provides 30 mg of zinc.
Zinc-to-Copper Mineral Balance
The copper amount is unknown, so the zinc-to-copper balance is unclear.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is moderate.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effectiveness of sodium bicarbonate and zinc chloride mouthwashes in the treatment of oral mucositis and quality of life in patients with cancer under chemotherapy.
    Mohammadi F; Oshvandi K; Kamallan SR; Khazaei S; Ranjbar H; Ahmadi-Motamayel F; Gillespie M; Jenabi E; Vafaei SY · Nursing open · 2022
    Randomized trial144 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  2. Zinc supplementation in young children with acute diarrhea in India.
    Sazawal S; Black RE; Bhan MK; Bhandari N; Sinha A; Jalla S · The New England journal of medicine · 1995
    Randomized trial937 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  3. Associations of mortality with ocular disorders and an intervention of high-dose antioxidants and zinc in the Age-Related Eye Disease Study: AREDS Report No. 13.
    Clemons TE; Kurinij N; Sperduto RD; AREDS Research Group · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 2004
    Randomized trial4,753 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  4. Effects of zinc and probiotic co-supplementation on inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms, quality of life, and mood in irritable bowel syndrome patients.
    Rezazadegan M; Soheilipour M; Amani R · Scientific reports · 2026
    Randomized trial84 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  5. Effect of zinc sulfate supplementation on premenstrual syndrome and health-related quality of life: Clinical randomized controlled trial.
    Siahbazi S; Behboudi-Gandevani S; Moghaddam-Banaem L; Montazeri A · The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research · 2018
    Randomized trial142 participantsEveryday Health forZinc
  6. Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for age-related macular degeneration.
    Evans JR · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2002
    Systematic review170 participants7 studies pooledEye Health forZinc
  7. Antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplements for slowing the progression of age-related macular degeneration.
    Evans JR; Lawrenson JG · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2023
    Meta-analysis3,790 participants5 studies pooledEye Health forZinc
  8. Oral zinc in macular degeneration.
    Newsome DA; Swartz M; Leone NC; Elston RC; Miller E · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 1988
    Randomized trial151 participantsEye Health forZinc
  9. A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc for age-related macular degeneration and vision loss: AREDS report no. 8.
    Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group · Archives of ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960) · 2001
    Randomized trial3,640 participantsEye Health forZinc
  10. Effect of vitamin A and zinc supplementation on the nutriture of children in Northeast Thailand.
    Udomkesmalee E; Dhanamitta S; Sirisinha S; Charoenkiatkul S; Tuntipopipat S; Banjong O; Rojroongwasinkul N; Kramer TR; Smith JC · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 1992
    Randomized trial133 participantsEye Health forZinc
  11. The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial.
    Berger RS; Fu JL; Smiles KA; Turner CB; Schnell BM; Werchowski KM; Lammers KM · The British journal of dermatology · 2003
    Randomized trial200 participantsHair Health forZinc
  12. Incubatory environment of the scalp impacts pre-emergent hair to affect post-emergent hair cuticle integrity.
    Schwartz JR; Henry JP; Kerr KM; Flagler MJ; Page SH; Redman-Furey N · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2018
    Randomized trialHair Health forZinc
  13. A comparison of hair quality and cosmetic acceptance following the use of two anti-dandruff shampoos.
    Draelos ZD; Kenneally DC; Hodges LT; Billhimer W; Copas M; Margraf C · The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings · 2006
    Randomized trial40 participantsHair Health forZinc
  14. BMI and levels of zinc, copper in hair, serum and urine of Turkish male patients with androgenetic alopecia.
    Ozturk P; Kurutas E; Ataseven A; Dokur N; Gumusalan Y; Gorur A; Tamer L; Inaloz S · Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) · 2015
    Case-control study216 participantsHair Health forZinc
  15. Analysis of serum zinc and copper concentrations in hair loss.
    Kil MS; Kim CW; Kim SS · Annals of dermatology · 2013
    Case-control study342 participantsHair Health forZinc
  16. Nutrient supplementation for prevention of viral respiratory tract infections in healthy subjects: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Vlieg-Boerstra B; de Jong N; Meyer R; Agostoni C; De Cosmi V; Grimshaw K; Milani GP; Muraro A; Oude Elberink H; Pali-Schöll I; Roduit C; Sasaki M; Skypala I; Sokolowska M; van Splunter M; Untersmayr E; Venter C; O'Mahony L; Nwaru BI · Allergy · 2022
    Meta-analysis199,055 participants115 studies pooledImmunity forZinc
  17. Zinc supplementation reduces the incidence of acute lower respiratory infections in infants and preschool children: a double-blind, controlled trial.
    Sazawal S; Black RE; Jalla S; Mazumdar S; Sinha A; Bhan MK · Pediatrics · 1998
    Randomized trial609 participantsImmunity forZinc
  18. A randomized controlled trial of zinc supplementation in the treatment of acute respiratory tract infection in Thai children.
    Rerksuppaphol S; Rerksuppaphol L · Pediatric reports · 2020
    Randomized trial64 participantsImmunity forZinc
  19. The effect of zinc and vitamin A supplementation on immune response in an older population.
    Fortes C; Forastiere F; Agabiti N; Fano V; Pacifici R; Virgili F; Piras G; Guidi L; Bartoloni C; Tricerri A; Zuccaro P; Ebrahim S; Perucci CA · Journal of the American Geriatrics Society · 1998
    Randomized trial136 participantsImmunity forZinc
  20. The role of specific nutrients in preventing immune system and blood cell disorders: an umbrella review.
    Vecchietti A; Strano P; Minutolo G; Grieco V; Cappuccio G; Granvillano G; Confalonieri L; Briganti GL; Raso E; Chimienti M; Pellegrini M; Mercogliano M; Spatari G; Lugli C; Urbano T; Lorenzon A · Journal of preventive medicine and hygiene · 2026
    Systematic review13 studies pooledImmunity forZinc