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Core ISO

Core Nutritionals Core ISO is a whey isolate protein powder with 24 g of protein per 1 scoop (28.4 g). It scores 75/100 on the TBPP Quality Score. We found no third-party testing certification.

No third-party testing found
Our score
75/100
Methodology v1.0
Protein
24g
1 scoop (28.4 g)
Sugar
1g
Per serving
Protein by weight
85%
Per serving
$1.87
$1.95 per 25 g protein

Nutrition per serving

Chocolate Decadence flavor, from the label.

Nutrition per serving
Serving size1 scoop (28.4 g)
Protein24 g
Calories110
Carbohydrates1.5 g
Sugar1 g
Fat1 g
Sodium65 mg
Protein by weight85%
Leucine2.49 g
BCAAs5.17 g

How it scored

75 of 100 points. How we score

CriterionPointsWhy
Protein density30 / 3085% of each scoop is protein
Third-party testing0 / 25No verified independent testing program
Label transparency20 / 20Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking
Sugar10 / 101 g sugar per serving
Ingredient simplicity10 / 10Natural flavors and sweeteners
Verified label data5 / 57 of 7 label values verified

Formula and label

Formula and label
TypeWhey Isolate
Protein sourcesWhey Protein Isolate
Third-party testingNone found
SweetenersSucralose
Proprietary blendNo
Added free amino acidsNo
DietaryGluten-Free, Lactose-Free, Soy-Free, Non-GMO
AllergensMilk
Made byCore Nutritionals · USA
Sold atCore Nutritionals (direct), Walmart

Price

$59.99–$64.99 for 2 lb. About $1.87 per serving, or $1.95 per 25 g of protein.

Sizes: 1.5 lb, 2 lb

Flavors (11)

  • Chocolate Mint Cookie
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup
  • Frosted Cinnamon Bun
  • Vanilla Cake
  • Chocolate Decadence
  • Strawberry Shortcake
  • Cappuccino
  • Lemon Pound Cake
  • Frosted Vanilla Cupcake
  • Death By Chocolate
  • Strawberries n' Cream

Sources

Nutrition for the 2 lb Chocolate Decadence tub from NIH DSLD 298109 (entered 2023-10-24, UPC 672975315115, on-market): 1 scoop (28.4 g), 32 servings, 110 kcal, 1 g fat, 13 mg cholesterol, 1.5 g carbs, 1 g sugar, 24 g protein, 65 mg sodium; typical amino profile per serving leucine 2491 mg, isoleucine 1325 mg, valine 1357 mg (bcaa_g = sum). Ingredients: cold-processed microfiltered non-GMO whey protein isolate, Dutch cocoa, natural flavors, xanthan gum, sucralose; contains milk; label claims lactose free, gluten free, soy free, non-GMO. The newer 1.5 lb bag (brand label image) is recorded under variants. Flavors combine the 2 lb and 1.5 lb listings on the brand site. Prices 2026-10-14: brand site $59.99 for 2 lb and 1.5 lb; Walmart $64.99 for 2 lb (32 servings).

Good to know

Last checked 2026-10-14. Labels change, so check the package before buying if you have allergies. If you are pregnant, nursing or buying for a child, ask your doctor before adding a supplement.

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No third-party testing found
Protein
25g
Sugar
1g
Our score
55/100
$1.96 / servingChecked 2026-10-14