NOW Foods Supplements
- Vitamin B12
- Capsule
- Vitamin B12
- 90
A straightforward 5000 mcg methylcobalamin capsule for buyers who want a high single-nutrient B12 dose without added common allergens.
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How it ranks among the 130 vitamin b12 we track
4.7★ across 1,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,300 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 130 vitamin b12 we track - how the scorecard works · full vitamin b12 data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
NOW Foods Methyl B-12 delivers 5000 mcg of methylcobalamin per serving in a 90 count vegetarian capsule, formulated hypoallergenic and free of corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy.
Where the ActivMelt product in this same category dissolves in the mouth, this one is a straightforward vegetarian capsule at a considerably higher single dose of 5000 mcg. The allergen-free list is the other point the label leans on.
- 5000 mcg methylcobalamin B12
- Hypoallergenic, free of corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy
- Vegetarian capsules
- 90 count
Who it's for
This suits buyers who want a high single dose of methyl B12 in capsule form and are watching for common allergens like corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy. It fits vegetarians. It's not for anyone who wants a combination B-complex or a dissolving tablet instead of a capsule.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 5000 mcg methylcobalamin per capsule
- Free of corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy
- Vegetarian capsule shell
- 90 count supply
- Single-nutrient formula, no added B6 or folate
- Capsule only, no flavored option
Performance notes
Each capsule is built around methylcobalamin, the methylated form of B12, at a 5000 mcg dose per serving, with the label calling out that it excludes corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy.
Specifications
| Brand | Now |
|---|---|
| Model | 0505 |
| Form | Capsule |
| Supplement Type | Vitamin B12 |
| Count | 90 |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Benefits | Energy Management |
| Diet | Vegetarian |
| Allergens | Corn-Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Non-GMO, Nut Free, Soy Free |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in vitamin b12.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOW Foods SupplementsThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,300 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Nature's Bounty Vitamin B12 2500 mcgNature’s | 4.8 / 5 | 26,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Nature Made Vitamin B12 1000 mcgNATURE | 4.8 / 5 | 21,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Solgar Vitamin B12 1000 mcgSolgar | 4.8 / 5 | 11,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Natrol Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Fast Dissolve B12 SupplementNatrol | 4.7 / 5 | 40,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Now 0505
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much B12 is in each capsule?
5000 mcg of methylcobalamin.
Is this vegetarian?
Yes, it is listed vegetarian.
What allergens does it avoid?
Corn, dairy, egg, nut and soy, and it is labeled non-GMO.