Spectro Multivitamin
by Solaray · capsule · 360 capsules
- Off the market since May 2023 (NIH)
- UPC 0 76280 04783 7
- DSLD label 296232
- Serving 6 capsules
- 60 servings
Spectro Multivitamin by Solaray lists 47 ingredients, 45 with an amount per serving of 6 capsules, such as 7,500 mcg of vitamin A, 1,000 mg of vitamin C, 10 mcg (400 IU) of vitamin D and 10 mg of vitamin E; 2 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 2 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on December 14, 2023.
What is in Spectro Multivitamin?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 6 capsules. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calories | ||
| Total Carbohydrates | less than 1 g | 1% | |
| Protein | less than 1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene, Natural, Retinyl Palmitate60% Beta-Carotene, Supplying 25,000 IU Vitamin A | 7,500 mcg | 833% | |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 1,000 mg | 1,111% | Higher than 91% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3Supplying 400 IU Vitamin D | 10 mcg (400 IU) | 50% | 57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Natural, D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate, NaturalSupplying 400 IU Vitamin E | 10 mg | 67% | |
| Vitamin Kas Phylloquinone | 50 mcg | 42% | 60% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1 | 25 mg | 2,083% | Higher than 72% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 25 mg | 1,923% | Higher than 75% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas Niacinamide, Vitamin B3 | 125 mg | 781% | Higher than 93% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). 3.6 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | 50 mg | 2,941% | Higher than 87% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folic Acid | 680 mcg | 170% | Higher than 81% of 7,022 products listing folate (median 400 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as Cyanocobalamin | 100 mcg | 4,167% | Higher than 61% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 300 mcg | 1,000% | Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium D-Pantothenate | 125 mg | 2,500% | Higher than 92% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Carbonate | 500 mg | 38% | Higher than 85% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Ironas Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Carbonate, Iron Fumarate | 18 mg | 100% | Higher than 74% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). |
| Phosphorusas Potassium Phosphate | 23 mg | 2% | 88% of 3,786 products listing phosphorus give more (median 90 mg). |
| Iodineas Kelp | 225 mcg | 150% | Higher than 90% of 6,382 products listing iodine (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Magnesium Oxideamino acid chelate/complex | 250 mg | 60% | Higher than 83% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc, Zinc Citrate, Zinc Oxide | 15 mg | 136% | Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-SelenomethionineYeast-Free | 100 mcg | 182% | Higher than 65% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper Amino Acid Chelate | 0.5 mg | 56% | 68% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese Amino Acid Chelate | 5 mg | 217% | Higher than 80% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas ChromeMate | 100 mcg | 286% | 47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate | 88 mg | 3% | 57% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Cholineas Choline Bitartrate | 20 mg | 4% | 68% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Inositol | 50 mg | Higher than 55% of 4,042 products listing inositol (median 30 mg). | |
| Paba | 30 mg | Higher than 53% of 1,610 products listing PABA (median 25 mg). | |
| Lecithinas Soy | 50 mg | 73% of 804 products listing lecithin give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Concentrate | 150 mg | Higher than 81% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid (median 50 mg). | |
| Rutin concentrate | 50 mg | Higher than 69% of 1,232 products listing rutin (median 25 mg). | |
| Hesperidin Concentrate | 50 mg | Higher than 67% of 552 products listing hesperidin (median 20 mg). | |
| Pectin | 25 mg | 65% of 526 products listing pectin give more (median 86 mg). | |
| Boronas Boric Acid | 1.5 mg | Higher than 58% of 3,339 products listing boron (median 1 mg). | |
| Spirulina | 50 mg | 79% of 709 products listing blue-green algae give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Alfalfa Juice | 125 mg | 56% of 477 products listing alfalfa give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Carrot Juice & Yam Root | 100 mg | ||
| Carrot Juice | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 12 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yam | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Barley Grass | 75 mg | 74% of 328 products listing barley give more (median 312 mg). | |
| Rosemary Leaf Extract | 25 mg | 68% of 332 products listing rosemary give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Aloe vera Gel Concentrate200X | 2 mg | 96% of 523 products listing aloe give more (median 51 mg). | |
| Parsley | 50 mg | 54% of 359 products listing parsley give more (median 80 mg). | |
| Pancreatin4X | 30 mg | ||
| Diastase | 20 mg | 49% of 35 products listing diastase (unspecified) give more (median 20 mg). | |
| Papainas Papaya | 50 mg | Higher than 55% of 607 products listing papain (median 40 mg). | |
| Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride | 50 mg | 55% of 697 products listing glutamic acid give more (median 80 mg). | |
| Propolis2X | 25 mg | 80% of 260 products listing propolis give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Royal Jelly3.5X | 4 mg | 91% of 242 products listing royal jelly give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Bee Pollen | 50 mg | 76% of 240 products listing bee pollen give more (median 265 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 296232 (entered December 14, 2023), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD or its label image (PDF). Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- Its 1,000 mg of vitamin C is higher than 91% of the 18,583 vitamin C products that print an amount; 445 list more.
- At 1 serving a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 125 mg of niacin, 3.6 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- Its 125 mg of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is higher than 92% of the 10,060 pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) products that print an amount; 724 list more.
- 96% of the 523 products that print an amount of aloe list more than its 2 mg of aloe (median 51 mg).
- 91% of the 242 products that print an amount of royal jelly list more than its 4 mg of royal jelly (median 100 mg).
The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Spectro Multivitamin's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Woman's Nutra PacksNature's Plus · off the market 35 shared, 52% alike
- Raw Mega Nutritional Vitamin systemBody Dynamics MaXzorb Nutrition · off the market 35 shared, 47% alike
- Mega Vita-GelVitamin World 33 shared, 46% alike
- Mega Multi VitaminIndiana Botanic Gardens 33 shared, 46% alike
- Nutri-MegaAmerican Health 33 shared, 46% alike
- Daily Nutritional SupportAltrum 35 shared, 46% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Directions: Use only as directed. Take 6 capsules daily with a meal or glass of water. Daily serving can be divided and taken throughout the day.
- Warnings
- Warning: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.
- Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
- Bee products may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
- Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
- Do not feed children under 1 year of age.
- California Residents Only Warning: Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 296232.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Eleuthero, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cellulose, Maltodextrin, Whole Rice Concentrate, Alfalfa, Montmorillinite Clay, Rose Hips, Acerola Cherry.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Lab verified.
How many labels does Spectro Multivitamin have?
2 labels are on file under this name since January 22, 2022: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 296232 (current) Entered December 14, 2023 · off the market May 18, 2023 · 360 capsules · UPC 0 76280 04783 7
- Label 258562 Entered January 22, 2022 · off the market June 22, 2022 · 360 capsules · UPC 0 76280 04783 7
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Nutraceutical Corp. (manufacturer). All Solaray products.