You state that these are vegan, but the bottle lists gelatin as an ingredient. Can you confirm how the gelatin was derived?
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Hellos Amanda, the product was originally manufactured as vegan, but has since changed to a gelatin capsule. We have updated our description and photos to reflect the latest information.
1173685
I don't know; however, I'm a vegan but determined that the product was worth taking no matter the source of the gelatin. In needing to rid myself and my spouse of parasites, it wasn't worth being a vegan purist.
1792676
Yes they are! There are no animal or dairy products/bi-products in the ingredients. Only questionable ingredient would be the gelatin other wise the other 2 ingredients are magnesium stearate and calcium carbonate. I personally am not vegetarian so I do hope this helps you in your decision.
1247852
Yes, the capsule is gelatin. When I purchased them, it said they were vegan so I didn't bother to check. After 3 bottles, I noticed the gelatin and was furious since I'm vegan. My bad for trusting! I contacted the company and they were very apologetic, sent me a 32 oz bottle of MCT oil, and promised to look into getting v-caps.
1928035
The manufacturer does not state that the capsules are made of veggie gelatin and therefore I think it is not suitable for vegans.
312677
PS, JB-- Thanks for answering! They should state these things in the description...this does make it vegan (as long as there's no gelatin...)
773374
The bottle does not say it has gelatin in it as I would not have purchase it if it had. I was looking for a veggie capsule because I try to keep kosher. Others might be vegetarians. Gelatin often comes from a pig rather than a cow. I had looked all over in all the drug stores I had access to before I found this one on-line. To be exact, the bottle says (mine does) it contains: "Vitamin D 3 50,000 units, Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable capsule. (Kosher and Halal certified). Contains no Dairy, egg, fish, shellfish, nuts, wheat, gluten, soy, sugar, yeast or artificial colors.' You have to be looking at something else; or, they've changed the product since I bought mine, but the bottle looks the same. The best you should do is contact the manufacturer. But, again, there is no word at all about "Gelatin" on my bottle. I just looked at the enlarged type on the bottle above and am concerned you've written an untruth about this product I looked all over for. There isn't a word about its having "Gelatin" in it and you should apologize. What I quoted is exactly what appears on the bottle pictured above. I wrote that before I checked to see what the bottle above says wondering how I could have missed that after searching for a couple of years for a kosher version.
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The bottle only specifies "gelatin", not what it is derived from. There's a number to call for nutrition questions: 800-433-2990
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It is my understanding that they are simply gelatin. Nothing genetically engineered. As far as I have been able to ascertain, NOW manufactures everything in this country using only the best materials.
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Far as I know, gelatin is an animal product. Googling it, I could be wrong. I don't have the bottle anymore.... sorry.
1810256
Capsule is made out of gelatin which is an animal product. I don't think it is vegan.
1457407
Yes. Gelatin is exclusively an animal product. It is made from boiling down the bones and connective tissue of animals (usually cows, pigs or fish) and drying it into a powder. All gelatin capsules are animal derived. If you are avoiding animal products, you'll need to find "cellulose capsules".
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The label that's shown in the Amazon pics clearly says, "Gelatin" which means it's NOT vegetarian. I hate how little accurate information is available on Amazon for supplements. I've spent HOURS trying to find a vegan D3 supplement that doesn't have crap in it. Still searching.
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The photographs in Amazon's listing are outdated. The ingredients in the capsules have changed, and so has the label. There is no provision here to attach photos, so I will have to describe the new label, and the new list of ingredients. The capsules now contain NO gelatin. On the new label, the ingredients are listed as follows: "Vitamin C (2mg), Vitamin K2 (100 mcg)(as Menaquinone-7)(MK-7)(from Non-GMO Natto); Other Ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose (capsule) and Silica. Contains soy. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, or tree nut ingredients." Certified Kosher. The front of the label reads: "NOW Vitamin K-2; Supports Bone Health; 100 mcg; From Non-GMO Natto; Promotes Arterial Health; 60 Veg Capsules; A Dietary Supplement; Vegetarian/Vegan; GMP Quality Assured". As you can see from the ingredients and the "Vegetarian/Vegan" specifications on the label, NOW MK-7 capsules now contain no gelatin. Amazon really should change the photos associated with this product. I have updated photos and have sent feedback on the current images, along with an offer to provide updated photos of the product's new label.
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According to the 'other ingredients' listed on the bottle, yes they do contain gelatin.
758492
Yes, the capsules are made of gelatin. Gelatin is derived from animals. Vegetarian capsules are made of cellulose.
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No, it's not. I got these thinking it was, but buried in the ingredients list is gelatin (made of animal bones + tendons).