KAL Charcoal, 280 mg, 100 Capsules
- Activated Charcoal
- Capsule
- 100
- Unflavored
A basic 280 mg veg cap charcoal supplement, adequate for occasional use but light on sourcing detail compared to some competitors.
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How it ranks among the 64 activated charcoal we track
4.6★ across 370 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
370 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 64 activated charcoal we track - how the scorecard works · full activated charcoal data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
KAL's activated charcoal capsules provide 280 mg per veg cap in a 100 count, unflavored bottle, sized for roughly three months of daily single capsule use.
Activated charcoal is commonly used for occasional digestive discomfort, sold here in a vegetarian capsule shell rather than gelatin. The listing gives dose and count but no source material, such as coconut shell, or third party testing detail.
- 280 mg activated charcoal per veg cap
- 100 capsules per bottle
- Unflavored formula
- KAL brand
Who it's for
Suits buyers who want a plain, no frills activated charcoal capsule for occasional use. Not the pick for anyone wanting a stated charcoal source or added flavoring.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Vegetarian capsule shell
- Unflavored, no added ingredients listed
- 100 count bottle
- Charcoal source not specified
- No allergen or diet claims listed beyond form
Performance notes
Each veg cap contains 280 mg of activated charcoal, taken as needed rather than as a daily foundational supplement, with a 100 count bottle supporting occasional or ongoing use.
Specifications
| Brand | KAL |
|---|---|
| Form | Capsule |
| Count | 100 |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in activated charcoal.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAL Charcoal, 280 mg, 100 CapsulesThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 370 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Nature's Bounty Activated Charcoal 260 mgNature's | 4.7 / 5 | 8,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| MARYRUTH'S Activated Charcoal Capsules 950 mg Activated CharcoalMaryRuth's | 4.8 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Viva Doria Activated Charcoal PowderViva | 4.6 / 5 | 9,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Activated Charcoal PowderActivated | 4.7 / 5 | 5,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the KAL activated charcoal
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much charcoal is in each KAL capsule?
280 mg of activated charcoal per veg cap.
Are the capsules vegetarian?
Yes, they are veg caps rather than gelatin capsules.
How many capsules are in the bottle?
100 count.