Chelated Iron
Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026
Score Breakdown
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Ingredients per Serving
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Silicon Dioxide, Ethylcellulose, Magnesium Stearate
Recommended Use
Directions: Adults: take one tablet daily at mealtime.
Warnings
Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlson Chelated Iron's Formulate score?
Carlson Chelated Iron scores 77 out of 100 (grade B+) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.
Is Carlson Chelated Iron worth it?
Carlson Chelated Iron scores 77/100 (grade B+). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.
What's in Carlson Chelated Iron?
Each serving contains Iron (27 mg). Serving size: 1 Tablet(s). 100 servings per container.
How do I take chelated iron?
Directions: Adults: take one tablet daily at mealtime.
Who makes Chelated Iron?
Chelated Iron is made by Carlson. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Carlson on its brand page.
Is Carlson Chelated Iron third-party tested?
Carlson lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Gluten-Free.
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