DHC Zinc Chrome Selenium - Mineral complex: zinc, chromium, selenium, 60 days
DHC Zinc 60-Day Supply — 60 Tablets, Zinc 15 mg with Chromium and Selenium Overview A three-mineral tablet from DHC: one small tablet a day supplying zinc 15.0 mg, chromium 60 µg a nd selenium 50 µg. The chromium and the selenium come from yeast; the zinc is zinc gluconate. Sixty tablets, one a day, sixty days. In Japan this is a nutrient function claim food. That is a self-certified category based on the nutrient content meeting a set range — it is not a drug approval and it carries no standing outside Japan. In this case the claim is made for zinc. Zinc 15 mg is a substantial single dose — the European tolerable upper intake for adults is 25 mg a day from all sources combined. Selenium has an even narrower margin. The cautions below give both figures rather than leaving you to look them up. See also: Japanese mineral supplements and the full Japanese supplements range. Key Benefits ✓ Zinc 15.0 mg per tablet — 170 % of the Japanese labelling reference value ✓ Chromium 60 µg and selenium 50 µg from yeast in the same tablet ✓ One tablet a day, 60 tablets, 60 days — no arithmetic to do ✓ Small 249 mg tablet, easy to swallow ✓ Full declaration printed below, including the colorant ✓ European upper intake figures for zinc and selenium quoted alongside the dose ✓ Shipped from our own stock in Kobe, Japan, in the Japanese-market pack Product Details Brand DHC Country of origin Japan Product type Mineral supplement (nutrient function claim food, zinc) Format Tablet, 249 mg Pack size 60 tablets Daily serving 1 tablet Supply 60 days Zinc per serving 15.0 mg (170 % of the Japanese reference value) Chromium per serving 60 µg Selenium per serving 50 µg Mineral sources Zinc gluconate; chromium-containing yeast; selenium-containing yeast Declared allergen Gelatin Colorant Caramel and titanium dioxide (E171) Quasi-drug status No — this is a food JAN (Japanese-market pack) 4511413403730 Vendor Tsujimoto Market, Kobe, Japan Who Is This For? Adults who want zinc with chromium and selenium in one tablet rather than three products People who prefer a once-a-day tablet with no counting involved Anyone who wants the milligram and microgram figures, and the European upper intakes, before deciding NOT for anyone already taking a separate zinc supplement — 15 mg here plus another source approaches the 25 mg European upper intake quickly NOT for long-term use without a break or medical advice — sustained high zinc reduces copper absorption NOT for vegetarians or vegans — the tablet contains gelatin How to Use Take one tablet per day. Swallow it with water or lukewarm water. Take it with or after food — zinc on an empty stomach causes nausea in many people. Leave a couple of hours between this and a calcium or iron supplement, which compete with zinc for absorption. Keep the pack closed, dry, and out of the reach of children. Frequency: One tablet every day. The 60-tablet pack covers 60 days at that rate. Full Ingredients Full declaration (Japanese-market pack): chromium-containing yeast (produced in Mexico), selenium-containing yeast / zinc gluconate, gelatin, cellulose, glycerin fatty acid ester, colorant (caramel, titanium dioxide), fine silicon dioxide. Nutrition per 1 tablet (249 mg): energy 0.9 kcal, protein 0.08 g, fat 0.01 g, carbohydrate 0.12 g, salt equivalent 0.001 g, zinc 15.0 mg, chromium 60 µg, selenium 50 µg. Contains titanium dioxide (E171) as part of the colorant. Titanium dioxide has not been authorised as a food additive in the European Union since 2022; it remains permitted in Japan, where this product is made and sold. We state this plainly because these packs are shipped into the EU. The capsule shell is gelatin, so this is not a vegetarian or vegan product. DHC does not declare the animal source of the gelatin on the pack, so we cannot confirm halal status either way. Composition and specification as declared by DHC on the Japanese-market pack. Cautions One tablet is 15 mg of zinc. The European tolerable upper intake for adults is 25 mg a day from all sources. If you take another zinc supplement, a multivitamin containing zinc, or fortified foods, count them together and do not take two tablets. Sustained high zinc intake reduces copper absorption and can cause a copper deficiency over months. Do not take this continuously for long periods without medical advice. Selenium has a narrow safe range — the European tolerable upper intake is 300 µg a day. One tablet is 50 µg, which is comfortable on its own, but selenium adds up quickly across supplements and Brazil nuts. Zinc on an empty stomach causes nausea in many people. Take the tablet with or after food. Zinc competes with iron and calcium for absorption and reduces the absorption of tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics. Leave a couple of hours between them. Contains gelatin. The capsule shell is gelatin, so this is not a vegetarian or vegan product. DHC does not declare the animal source of the gelatin on the pack, so we cannot confirm halal status either way. Contains titanium dioxide (E171) as part of the colorant. Titanium dioxide has not been authorised as a food additive in the European Union since 2022; it remains permitted in Japan, where this product is made and sold. We state this plainly because these packs are shipped into the EU. In Japan this is a nutrient function claim food. That is a self-certified category based on the nutrient content meeting a set range — it is not a drug approval and it carries no standing outside Japan. Do not exceed the stated daily serving. More is not better with this formula. This is a food, not a medicine. It does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and it is not a substitute for a varied diet or for medical advice. Stop taking it and speak to a doctor if you feel unwell after use. Store away from direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, and out of the reach of children. Package Contents One sealed DHC pack containing 60 tablets of 249 mg each. At one tablet a day the pack lasts 60 days. Japanese-market packaging with the Japanese declaration printed on it; no English insert is included. Shipping & Store Notes Ships directly from Japan Processing time: 2–6 business days Tracking number provided after dispatch Import duties and taxes may apply depending on destination country Opened supplements cannot be returned for hygiene and safety reasons Authenticity Guarantee Every product at Tsujimoto Market is sourced directly from Japan and verified for authenticity. We never sell fakes or grey-market goods. Each order is carefully packed in Kobe, Japan and dispatched with full tracking. FAQ How much zinc, chromium and selenium is in one tablet? Zinc 15.0 mg, chromium 60 µg and selenium 50 µg. The zinc figure is 170 % of the Japanese labelling reference value. The chromium and selenium come from yeast; the zinc is zinc gluconate. Can I take two tablets a day? We would not. One tablet is already 15 mg of zinc, and the European tolerable upper intake for adults is 25 mg a day from all sources combined, including a multivitamin and fortified food. Two tablets would put you over it on this product alone. Is it safe to take every day for a long time? Ask a doctor if you plan to. Sustained high zinc intake reduces copper absorption and can produce a copper deficiency over months, which is why zinc is usually taken in courses rather than indefinitely. Selenium also accumulates. Does it contain titanium dioxide? Yes — the colorant is caramel and titanium dioxide (E171), which has not been authorised as a food additive in the European Union since 2022 and remains permitted in Japan. We say so plainly because these packs are shipped into the EU. Is it suitable for vegetarians? No. The tablet contains gelatin. DHC does not name the animal source, so halal status cannot be confirmed either.
