Product review (4 stars): The previous Eco Life filters I had installed in my refrigerator did not exhibit this effect but since this most recent one cleared up I would say that overall I have been very happy with this product
This is a product that I have found very satisfactory in the past.  The most recent filter I ordered released a lot of charcoal into the water after I first installed it. Initially I was alarmed and worried that the filter was defective but after a few minutes it cleared and has been functioning perfectly since.  The previous Eco Life filters I had installed in my refrigerator did not exhibit this effect but since this most recent one cleared up I would say that overall I have been very happy with this product.  I tried a different brand but did not think the water tasted as good. I probably would prefer to give this product 4 1/2 stars but that is not an option.