CALCIUM/ZINC PVM/MA COPOLYMER

INCI Name

CALCIUM/ZINC PVM/MA ...

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

N/A

What It Does

Calcium/Zinc PVM/MA Copolymer is a mixed zinc and calcium salt of PVM/MA Copolymer

Ingredient Attributes

Ingredient Compatibility

Known Interactions

IRONUse CautionAbsorption Competition

Calcium inhibits both heme and non-heme iron absorption by 50-60% when taken together. These minerals compete for the same absorption pathways. Separate by at least 2 hours or formulate for different serving times.

COPPERUse CautionAbsorption Competition

Zinc competes with Copper for absorption via metallothionein binding. High zinc supplementation (>40mg) without copper can induce copper deficiency. If combining, maintain a Zn:Cu ratio of 8-15:1.

ZINCNoteAbsorption Competition

High-dose Calcium (>600mg) can reduce Zinc absorption by 30-50%. Consider separating doses or using chelated zinc (zinc bisglycinate) for better absorption.

MAGNESIUMNoteAbsorption Competition

Calcium and Magnesium compete for absorption at high doses. While they can be combined at moderate levels, high-dose formulations should separate them or use chelated forms.

FOLIC ACIDNoteAbsorption Competition

High-dose Folic Acid may reduce Zinc absorption by forming insoluble complexes. At standard supplemental doses this effect is minimal, but consider in prenatal formulations with high folate.

CITRIC ACIDNotePrecipitation

High Calcium + Citric Acid can form calcium citrate precipitate in beverages, causing cloudiness or sedimentation. Manageable with proper formulation (sequestrants, pH control), but test stability.

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