Copper

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Essential trace mineral for iron metabolism, connective tissue, and nerve function

We rank Copper by price per 1mg - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

What it is

Copper is an essential trace mineral, which means it is a nutrient the body needs in very small amounts to function correctly. It plays a key role in nerve function and the maintenance of connective tissue, which are the materials that support and hold together other tissues and organs in the body.

Why it's used

It is primarily used to support iron metabolism, which is the process the body uses to absorb and move iron through the system. Without enough copper, the body cannot effectively use iron to create haemoglobin for transporting oxygen in the blood.

How it's made

Commercial copper supplements are produced by combining elemental copper with other substances to create a stable compound. This resulting powder is then measured and packed into capsules or pressed into tablets using industrial machinery.

What it typically costs

Copper supplements generally fall into a mid-range price category. This is because while the raw mineral is not particularly rare, the manufacturing process requires precise dosing to ensure the small amounts needed are distributed accurately across every serving.

Dosage by purpose

PurposeTypical studied doseEvidence
Bone mineral density3 mgemerging
Cardiovascular disease risk factors2 mg to 6 mglimited
Alzheimer's disease cognition8 mg dailylimited
  1. http://examine.com/supplements/copper (Examine)
  2. https://examine.com/supplements/copper (Examine)
  3. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Copper-HealthProfessional (Other)
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8308383 (PubMed)

How Suppio ranks

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Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

FAQ

What is Copper?

Essential trace mineral for iron metabolism, connective tissue, and nerve function

How does Suppio calculate the best-value Copper?

We rank Copper by price per 1mg - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

Are these prices verified?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are Copper prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

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