Extended Supplements Lab Kit
Description
Know what’s in your supplements.
Test one supplement sample for arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury and along with 9 other elements (see table below) using accredited laboratory analysis. This test is designed for capsules, tablets, softgels, powders, tinctures, and botanicals, including plant-derived and marine-sourced ingredients.
This kit is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
- Results in
- About 10 business days
- Testing method
- AOAC Official Method 2013.06
Your kit includes
- Sampling container ✓ Included
- Instruction pamphlet ✓ Included
- Sample information card ✓ Included
What we analyze
13 elements, each reported in parts per billion (ppb).
Heavy metals
| Element | Reported as | Why it’s tested |
|---|---|---|
| Lead (Pb) | ppb | One of the four toxic elements included in the FDA's Closer to Zero initiative. |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ppb | Commonly tested in vegetables, grains, and root crops. |
| Arsenic (As) | ppb | Commonly tested in rice and other cereal products. |
| Mercury (Hg) | ppb | Commonly tested in fish and seafood. |
Trace elements
| Element | Reported as | Why it’s tested |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (Al) | ppb | Commonly tested in grains, baked goods, and foods made with aluminum-containing additives. |
| Chromium (Cr) | ppb | Commonly tested in dietary supplements, including multivitamins and chromium picolinate products. |
| Copper (Cu) | ppb | Commonly tested in shellfish, nuts, organ meats, and whole grains. |
| Iron (Fe) | ppb | Commonly tested to verify label claims in fortified foods and iron supplements. |
| Manganese (Mn) | ppb | Commonly tested in infant formula, grains, and plant-based products. |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | ppb | Commonly tested in legumes, grains, and multivitamin supplements. |
| Nickel (Ni) | ppb | Commonly tested in chocolate, nuts, and legumes; relevant for nickel-sensitive consumers. |
| Selenium (Se) | ppb | Commonly tested in supplements and Brazil nuts, where levels can exceed safe intake. |
| Zinc (Zn) | ppb | Commonly tested to confirm mineral content in supplements and fortified foods. |
Sample requirements
- For supplement samples only, including capsules, tablets, softgels, powders, tinctures, and botanicals such as kelp, spirulina, or ashwagandha.
- Not sure whether you need the Supplement Test or Food Test? Check the label. A Supplement Facts panel means you should use this kit. A Nutrition Facts panel means you should use the Food Test.
- For example, fish oil in a softgel is a supplement, while olive oil in a bottle is food. Collagen or greens powder with a Supplement Facts panel belongs here, while protein powder with a Nutrition Facts panel belongs in the Food Test.
- You’ll need about 100 g (4 oz) of powder or capsules, or 60–125 mL (2–4 fl oz) for liquids.
- The test kit expires one year from the purchase date.
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Accredited laboratory
ISO/IEC 17025:2017, using AOAC Official Method 2013.06.
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Results in about 10 business days
We’ll email you as soon as your report is ready.
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Clear digital report
Receive a PDF you can easily save, print, or forward.
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Documented chain of custody
Your sample is logged and tracked from arrival through reporting.
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Your results stay yours
We never sell your data or share your results.
Supplements Lab Kit FAQs
What is the Supplements Lab Kit designed to test?
The Supplements Lab Kit allows you to submit one eligible supplement sample for arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury testing using accredited laboratory analysis.
The Supplements Lab Kit is designed for:
- Capsules
- Tablets
- Softgels
- Powders
- Tinctures
- Botanicals, including plant-derived and marine-sourced ingredients
Can I test more than one supplement with one Supplements Lab Kit?
No. Each Supplements Lab Kit is designed to test one supplement sample only.
Do not combine multiple supplements or products into one sample.
If you would like to test more than one supplement, you will need a separate Supplements Lab Kit for each sample.
Can I submit a homemade supplement?
An eligible homemade supplement may be submitted if it meets the sample requirements and does not contain any prohibited material.
Clearly describe the submitted item on the Sample Information Card.
If you are uncertain whether a particular supplement is eligible, contact LabVerified support before collecting or shipping it.
How much of a solid or powdered supplement should I submit?
Submit approximately 100 grams, or 4 ounces, of the supplement sample.
Place the sample in the container provided and seal it tightly.
Do not remove, cover, or damage the serial number or barcode printed on the container.
How much tincture or other eligible liquid supplement should I submit?
Submit approximately 60–125 milliliters, or 2–4 fluid ounces, of an eligible liquid supplement sample.
Place the sample in the container provided and seal it tightly. Make sure the container is not leaking.
Do not remove, cover, or damage the serial number or barcode printed on the container.
What should I do before collecting my supplement sample?
Wash and dry your hands before collecting your sample.
When a utensil is needed, use a clean plastic utensil. Do not use a metal spoon, aluminum foil, or another metal item when collecting or handling the sample.
Why should I avoid metal utensils and aluminum foil?
Using metal items during collection could introduce contamination and affect the integrity of a sample being tested for heavy metals.
Use a clean plastic utensil when a utensil is needed.
Can I send an unopened supplement in its original packaging?
When applicable, you may submit an unopened item in its original packaging.
If you are uncertain whether your supplement can be submitted this way, contact LabVerified support before shipping it.
