Kerr Insta-Char activated charcoal recalled for failing OTC monograph
VistaPharm's Kerr Insta-Char activated charcoal product failed to meet required Over-the-Counter (OTC) monograph standards. The product may not perform as intended or meet quality requirements for safety and effectiveness.
From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗
What to do
- Check if you have Kerr Insta-Char with lot number AE001 (expires 5/31/2026).
- Stop using the product and contact VistaPharm or your pharmacy for return or replacement options.
- If you have questions, contact VistaPharm at the phone number on the package.
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN AQUEOUS BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 25 Grams Activated Charcoal in 120 ml (4 fl oz), distributed by: VistaPharm, Inc., Largo. FL 33771, NDC 66689-202-04.
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Made for
- All ages (0 months and older)
This recall covers 4 products — see all of them.
Details
- Illnesses reported
- None reported
- Manufactured in
- 1700 Perimeter Rd, Greenville, SC, United States
- Classification
- Class II
- Recall number
- D-0589-2026
In the FDA's words
- Description
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN AQUEOUS BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 25 Grams Activated Charcoal in 120 ml (4 fl oz), distributed by: VistaPharm, Inc., Largo. FL 33771, NDC 66689-202-04. Does Not Meet USP or OTC Monograph: Product did not meet the Over-the-Counter (OTC) Monograph M023 Lot #: AE001, expires: 5/31/2026. Distribution: U.S.A. Nationwide
- Hazard
- Does Not Meet USP or OTC Monograph: Product did not meet the Over-the-Counter (OTC) Monograph M023
4 products in this recall
Kerr Insta-Char charcoal recalled for not meeting OTC standards
VistaPharm is recalling four sizes of Kerr Insta-Char activated charcoal with cherry flavor, in aqueous and sorbitol bases. The product did not meet the FDA over-the-counter monograph M023 standard. No injuries have been reported.
The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN AQUEOUS BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 25 Grams Activated Charcoal in 120 ml (4 fl oz), distributed by: VistaPharm, Inc., Largo.… (this page)D-0589-2026
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN AQUEOUS BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 50 Grams Activated Charcoal in 240 ml (8 fl oz), distributed by: VistaPharm, Inc., Largo.…D-0590-2026
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN SORBITOL BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 25 Grams Activated Charcoal in 26 Grams Sorbitol in 120 mL (4 fl oz), distributed by: Vis…D-0591-2026
- VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN SORBITOL BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 50 Grams Activated Charcoal in 52 Grams Sorbitol in 240 mL (8 fl oz), distributed by: Vis…D-0592-2026