Nutricost Activated Charcoal Powder 1lb - Food Grade Powder, Toothpaste, Facemask, Odor Control, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Non-GMO Review
Our verdict
Nutricost's Activated Charcoal Powder is a food grade, unflavored 1 pound powder with a strong track record, backed by a large 4.6 rated review base and high recent purchase volume.
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Shoppers who want a reliable, no frills food grade charcoal powder from an established supplement brand for uses like toothpaste, facemasks or odor control.
Skip if
You want a pre flavored or capsule product, since this is an unflavored powder meant for mixing rather than direct, ready to use application.
- Form Powder
- Count 16.0 Ounce
- Flavor Unflavored
- Type Activated Charcoal
- Diet Vegetarian
- Benefits Dental Health Support
- Priced 46% above the category median ($14.99 across 63 tracked models)
Pros
- Food grade quality powder from a well known supplement brand
- Strong 4.6 rating from a large 1,400 review base
- High recent buyer volume at 1,000 units a month
- Vegetarian, gluten free and non-GMO labeling
Cons
- Powder only, with no capsule option in this listing
- Unflavored, so it may need mixing with other ingredients for taste dependent uses
- Requires measuring or mixing rather than a ready to use format
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 1,400 owner ratings
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Popularity3.9/5
1,400 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['Nutricost sells this as a food grade activated charcoal powder in a 16 ounce, one pound package. It is unflavored and labeled vegetarian, gluten free and non-GMO, and the maker markets it for uses like toothpaste, facemasks, odor control and general dental health support, all framed as manufacturer stated benefits.', 'At just under 22 dollars for a full pound, it is competitively priced for a food grade powder from a recognized supplement brand, and the vegetarian, non-GMO labeling broadens who it fits into.', 'This is one of the more established listings in the category, with a 4.6 rating from 1,400 reviews and a reported 1,000 units bought in the past month. As always, it is worth talking with a healthcare professional before using activated charcoal internally, since it can interact with medication absorption.']
Specifications
| Form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Count | 16.0 Ounce |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Type | Activated Charcoal |
| Diet | Vegetarian |
| Benefits | Dental Health Support |
| Allergens | Gluten Free |
Performance notes
The food grade, unflavored powder format lends itself to DIY uses such as toothpaste or facemasks, and the 1 pound package offers a solid supply for repeated mixing. The vegetarian and non-GMO labeling supports a wider range of dietary preferences.
What buyers say
With a 4.6 rating across 1,400 reviews and a reported 1,000 units bought last month, this is one of the more heavily purchased and consistently well reviewed listings in the activated charcoal category.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nutricost's activated charcoal food grade?
Yes, the listing describes it as a food grade powder, and it carries vegetarian, gluten free and non-GMO labels.
What is this powder marketed for?
The maker markets it for uses like toothpaste, facemasks, odor control and dental health support. These are manufacturer stated claims, not medical advice, so consider speaking with a healthcare professional before internal use.
How much powder comes in the package?
The listing is packaged as 16 ounces, or one pound, of powder, which is a substantial supply for repeated mixing or DIY applications.