NOW Foods Supplements, Vitamin C Crystals (Ascorbic Acid) Powder , Antioxidant Protection*, 8-Ounce Review

4.7 (5,500) Amazon rating$9.181,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

NOW Foods' Vitamin C Crystals offer a plain, unflavored ascorbic acid powder in an 8 ounce container, aimed at buyers who want to control their own dosing rather than take a fixed capsule or tablet amount. It holds a solid 4.7 rating.

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Best for

Shoppers who want a flexible, unflavored vitamin C powder they can measure out themselves, whether mixed into drinks or food.

Skip if

You prefer a pre-measured capsule or tablet and don't want to weigh or measure out a powder yourself.

  • Form Powder
  • Count 8.0 Ounce
  • Flavor Unflavored
  • Type Vitamin C
  • Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
  • Benefits Helps In Growth, Development And Repair Of All Body Tissues
  • Priced 48% below the category median ($17.72 across 87 tracked models)

Pros

  • Unflavored crystal powder allows flexible, self measured dosing
  • Budget friendly price for an 8 ounce supply
  • Vegan and vegetarian friendly formula
  • Solid 4.7 rating from 5,500 reviews

Cons

  • Requires measuring your own amount rather than a pre-set capsule dose
  • No flavoring, which may not suit those who dislike the taste of plain ascorbic acid
  • Less convenient for on the go use than capsules or tablets

Our scorecard

4.7/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.7/5

    4.7 average across 5,500 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.1/5

    5,500 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

['This NOW Foods product is a straightforward ascorbic acid crystal powder, sold unflavored in an 8 ounce container. Unlike a fixed dose capsule, a crystal powder lets buyers measure their own amount, which some people prefer for flexibility in mixing with food or drinks.', 'The product is labeled vegan and vegetarian, and the maker frames it around general antioxidant protection along with a broader benefit statement about supporting growth, development and repair of body tissues. These are manufacturer claims about a dietary supplement, not statements about treating any condition.', 'At a price near 9.20 dollars for 8 ounces, this is one of the more budget friendly ways to buy vitamin C by weight rather than by capsule count. A 4.7 rating from 5,500 reviews reflects generally positive buyer experience with the format.']

Specifications

FormPowder
Count8.0 Ounce
FlavorUnflavored
TypeVitamin C
DietVegan, Vegetarian
BenefitsHelps In Growth, Development And Repair Of All Body Tissues
AllergensAllergen-Free

Performance notes

This is an unflavored ascorbic acid crystal powder sold in an 8 ounce container, labeled vegan and vegetarian. The maker markets it for antioxidant protection and general support of tissue growth, development and repair, positioned as a self dosed alternative to fixed capsule or tablet vitamin C products.

What buyers say

A 4.7 rating from 5,500 reviews points to solid, consistent buyer satisfaction for a powder format product. The review volume, while smaller than mass market flavored powders, still reflects a healthy base of repeat and satisfied buyers.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you measure a serving of this powder?

Because this is a crystal powder rather than a pre-measured capsule, buyers need to weigh or measure their own serving according to the directions on the label. A kitchen scale or measuring spoon can help with consistency.

Does this powder have a flavor?

No, the listing describes it as unflavored. Some buyers mix it into juice or other drinks to offset the natural tartness of ascorbic acid.

Is this suitable for a vegan diet?

Yes, the listing states the product is both vegan and vegetarian. Always check the current label for the latest formulation details.

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