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Ascorbyl Palmitate 500 mg

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Vitamin C 208 mg
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Score71

A clearly labeled ascorbyl palmitate capsule with a specialized format but modest actual vitamin C delivery. It is a niche choice rather than a high-depth vitamin C option.

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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals:
General Health
Immunity
Skin Health
Anti-Inflammatory Support

Score 71

A clearly labeled ascorbyl palmitate capsule with a specialized format but modest actual vitamin C delivery. It is a niche choice rather than a high-depth vitamin C option.

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$13.59($0.15 per serving)
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Analysis

Ascorbyl palmitate provides a fat-soluble vitamin C ester for people specifically interested in that form. The label states both 500 mg of the ester and its 208 mg actual vitamin C contribution.

The disclosed vitamin C amount is modest for a dedicated supplement. The ester is not the same as a verified liposomal delivery system, so the format should not be assumed to provide advanced absorption.

A simple capsule keeps the formula easy to understand, with 50 mg of calcium as a secondary contribution. The product fits specialized form preference better than broad immune, skin, or vision support.

Who is it for
  • People specifically seeking ascorbyl palmitate
  • Adults preferring capsules
  • Users satisfied with a moderate vitamin C amount
Best for
  • Specialized vitamin C form preference
  • Focused antioxidant support
  • Simple daily supplementation

Pros

  • Actual vitamin C yield is disclosed
  • Specialized fat-soluble ester form
  • Simple capsule format
  • Includes a small calcium contribution

Cons

  • Only 208 mg of actual vitamin C
  • No verified advanced-delivery system
  • Limited support beyond one antioxidant pathway

Warnings

  • Do not interpret the 500 mg ester amount as 500 mg of actual vitamin C
  • The formula does not disclose a liposomal carrier despite the fat-soluble form
  • People tracking calcium intake should account for the 50 mg calcium contribution

Nutrient quality

71 High impact

A clearly identified vitamin C ester fits antioxidant support without obvious excessive dosing. The actual vitamin C contribution is modest, and the form is not an advanced delivery system.

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Ingredient transparency

82 Highest impact

Active ingredients and their amounts are clear, with no proprietary blend hiding key doses. Daily directions and a complete other-ingredients panel are not included in the supplied data.

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Customer satisfaction

66 High impact

The aggregate rating is strong and supported by solid feedback volume. Complaint-level experiences are unavailable, so repeated drawbacks and purpose fit remain uncertain.

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Value for money

61 Moderate impact

The serving cost is acceptable but not especially compelling. Basic delivery or incomplete verification limits justification for the price tier.

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Goals

General Health
General Health
Impact
High effect
B Goal FitC Strength of SupportD CoverageA- Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

Ascorbyl palmitate offers a specialized fat-soluble vitamin C ester with a clear antioxidant role. The focused formula may suit people specifically seeking this form.

The actual vitamin C contribution falls below the preferred range for a dedicated vitamin C supplement. Narrow pathway coverage and the absence of advanced delivery limit its value for broader daily support.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Immunity
Immunity
Impact
Moderate effect
B Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportF CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

Ascorbyl palmitate supplies a fat-soluble vitamin C derivative with a clearly stated active vitamin C yield. Vitamin C has established roles in immune-cell antioxidant protection.

The actual vitamin C amount is below the preferred immune-support range. The product covers one pathway and does not use a true liposomal or otherwise advanced delivery system.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportF CoverageB Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

Vitamin C supports collagen synthesis and antioxidant defense but does not directly supply collagen or barrier lipids. Evidence firmly supports vitamin C as a collagen cofactor, while oral vitamin C alone has limited evidence for visible skin changes in replete users.

The actual vitamin C amount is below the preferred range for a focused oral supplement. The formula uses vitamin C in a logical role without conflicting actives.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Cellular Defense
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportF CoverageB Formula Quality
Vitamin C · 500 mg

Ascorbyl palmitate offers fat-soluble antioxidant activity, but the label indicates only 208 mg of actual vitamin C. That amount provides supportive rather than strong coverage for the selected goal.

The focused formula is transparent about the vitamin C yield and avoids unnecessary actives. It lacks complementary anti-inflammatory pathways and does not use an advanced delivery system.

Study evidence
Vitamin C Supportive 50 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate)
 208 mg
Calcium (Dibasic Calcium Phosphate)
 50 mg
Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester)
 500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate) · 208 mg OverallScore46
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble ester, but it is not an advanced delivery system such as a liposome. Only 208 mg of actual vitamin C is disclosed, placing the serving below the preferred dose range. Cost efficiency is middling for this specialized form.

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Ester-C Plus 1000 mg Vitamin C

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C

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Ingredient and delivery quality improve with 1,000 mg of calcium ascorbate with 120 mg of calcium and 200 mg of citrus bioflavonoids. Compared with the original ascorbyl-palmitate formula, the buffered form and meaningful bioflavonoid amount offer a broader formula than plain ascorbic acid, although complete excipient details are not supplied.
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Pure Buffered Calcium Ascorbate

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Ester-C 500 mg With Citrus Bioflavoinds

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Buffered Gold C

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A stronger quality-to-cost balance comes from 1,100 mg of vitamin C as sodium ascorbate with 120 mg of sodium. Compared with the original ascorbyl-palmitate formula, the fully buffered powder provides a substantial, clearly disclosed amount, while careful measuring and sodium accounting remain important.
84 Value

Ester-C 24 Hour Immune Support 1000 mg

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Sources

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

  1. Efficacy of Vitamin C as Glucocorticoid Substitute for Reducing Pain and Inflammation After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
    Jiang W; Xu H; Jiang X; Zhan Y; Ju Y; Xie J; Huang Z; Huang Q; Pei F · The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume · 2025
    Randomized trial107 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  2. The Impact of Vitamin C on Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, and Hemostatic Outcomes After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Moftakhari Hajimirzaei S; Bagherzadeh Cham M; Dolikhani M; Tabatabaee SM; Ebrahimpour A · The archives of bone and joint surgery · 2026
    Meta-analysis1,162 participants10 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  3. The impact of vitamin C supplementation on the perioperative outcomes after total hip and knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Liu X; Guo J; Li Y; Yang Y; Liu M; Gao Q; Yang Y; Wu X; Yue C · BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026
    Meta-analysis852 participants8 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  4. Therapeutic Impact of Ascorbic Acid on Oral and Periodontal Tissues: A Systematic Literature Review.
    Ruzijevaite G; Acaite E; Jagelaviciene E · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025
    Systematic review811 participants17 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  5. Oral vitamin C administration reduces early recurrence rates after electrical cardioversion of persistent atrial fibrillation and attenuates associated inflammation.
    Korantzopoulos P; Kolettis TM; Kountouris E; Dimitroula V; Karanikis P; Pappa E; Siogas K; Goudevenos JA · International journal of cardiology · 2005
    Randomized trial44 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forVitamin C
  6. Dietary intake and blood concentrations of antioxidants and the risk of cardiovascular disease, total cancer, and all-cause mortality: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective studies.
    Aune D; Keum N; Giovannucci E; Fadnes LT; Boffetta P; Greenwood DC; Tonstad S; Vatten LJ; Riboli E; Norat T · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2019
    Meta-analysis69 studies pooledGeneral Health forVitamin C
  7. Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to vitamin C and increasing non haem iron absorption pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
    EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) · EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2026
    Guideline / consensusGeneral Health forVitamin C
  8. Vitamin C Depletion and All-Cause Mortality in Renal Transplant Recipients.
    Sotomayor CG; Eisenga MF; Gomes Neto AW; Ozyilmaz A; Gans ROB; Jong WHA; Zelle DM; Berger SP; Gaillard CAJM; Navis GJ; Bakker SJ · Nutrients · 2018
    Cohort study598 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  9. Associations of Serum Biomarkers of Fruit and Vegetable Intake With the Risk of Cause-Specific Mortality and All-Cause Mortality: A National Prospective Cohort Study.
    Pu L; Zhang R; Wang X; Zhao T; Sun H; Han L · Frontiers in nutrition · 2022
    Cohort study12,530 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  10. Relation between plasma ascorbic acid and mortality in men and women in EPIC-Norfolk prospective study: a prospective population study. European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition.
    Khaw KT; Bingham S; Welch A; Luben R; Wareham N; Oakes S; Day N · Lancet (London, England) · 2001
    Cohort study19,496 participantsGeneral Health forVitamin C
  11. Vitamin C and contribution to the normal function of the immune system: evaluation of a health claim pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
    EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA) · EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2026
    Guideline / consensusImmunity forVitamin C
  12. Therapeutic effects of high-dose vitamin C supplementation in patients with COVID-19: a meta-analysis.
    Sun L; Zhao JH; Fan WY; Feng B; Liu WW; Chen RQ; Ban C; Dang AG; Wang M; Luo KT; Zhou GY; Yu FF; Ba Y · Nutrition reviews · 2024
    Meta-analysis2,334 participants14 studies pooledImmunity forVitamin C
  13. Effect of micronutrient supplements on influenza and other respiratory tract infections among adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Abioye AI; Bromage S; Fawzi W · BMJ global health · 2021
    Meta-analysisImmunity forVitamin C
  14. New evidence for antioxidant properties of vitamin C.
    Vojdani A; Bazargan M; Vojdani E; Wright J · Cancer detection and prevention · 2001
    Randomized trial20 participantsImmunity forVitamin C
  15. Enhanced Vitamin C Delivery: A Systematic Literature Review Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of Alternative Supplement Forms in Healthy Adults.
    Calder PC; Kreider RB; McKay DL · Nutrients · 2025
    Systematic review13 studies pooledImmunity forVitamin C
  16. Evaluation of the anti-wrinkle effect of an ascorbic acid-loaded dissolving microneedle patch via a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study.
    Lee C; Yang H; Kim S; Kim M; Kang H; Kim N; An S; Koh J; Jung H · International journal of cosmetic science · 2017
    Randomized trial23 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  17. Comparative Study on the Outcome of Periorbital Wrinkles Treated with Laser-Assisted Delivery of Vitamin C or Vitamin C Plus Growth Factors: A Randomized, Double-blind, Clinical Trial.
    Machado BHB; Frame J; Zhang J; Najlah M · Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2021
    Randomized trial149 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  18. Randomized trial of topical ascorbic acid in DMSO versus imiquimod for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma.
    Burke B; Bailie JE · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie · 2022
    Randomized trial25 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  19. Vitamin C improves healing of foot ulcers: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Gunton JE; Girgis CM; Lau T; Vicaretti M; Begg L; Flood V · The British journal of nutrition · 2022
    Randomized trial16 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  20. Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women.
    Cosgrove MC; Franco OH; Granger SP; Murray PG; Mayes AE · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2007
    Cross-sectional study4,025 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C