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Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE .1 g/100g Soap — NDC 53247-0142-02 package photo
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Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE .1 g/100g Soap — NDC 53247-142-02 (Billing 53247-0142-02)

by Bob Barker Company Inc. · 500 APPLICATOR in 1 CASE / 32 g in 1 APPLICATOR

This is a package of Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE .1 g/100g Soap from Bob Barker Company Inc., marketed since Jan 2025 and currently FDA-listed.

NDC 53247-0142-02
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 53247-142-02 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains32 g in 1 applicator Pack sizes4 compare ↓
Product page 53247-0142-01 Also comes in: 144 applicators 53247-142-03 144 applicators 53247-142-04 1000 applicators 53247-142-01
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 8, 2026 · this listing last changed Aug 13, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 53247-142-02 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
53247 labeler · 142 product · 02 package
Package marketed since
Jan 1, 2025
Sample package
No — commercial package
Listing certified through
Dec 31, 2027
Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
3 5324714202 7
FDA record last changed
Aug 13, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 53247-142-02
Product NDC 53247-142
11-digit billing NDC 53247014202
RxCUI 1872091
UNII PH41D05744
Application # M003
SPL Set ID c2d13d97-99ce-4a24-bdd6-684fbbf242a4
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2025-01-01
Route CUTANEOUS
Dosage form SOAP
Substance BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 1872091
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 53247-142-02 — a 5-3-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the product segment → 53247-0142-02. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Antiseptics class.

Drug family (ATC) Antiseptics, Quaternary ammonium compounds
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Meridian Unwrapped is an over-the-counter antibacterial soap for skin use that contains benzethonium chloride as its active ingredient. Benzethonium chloride is a type of antimicrobial agent typically used in soaps and cleansers to reduce certain bacteria on the skin. This product is marketed as an OTC monograph drug, meaning it follows the Food and Drug Administration's established rules for antibacterial soaps rather than being reviewed as an individual drug application.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 144 applicators 144 applicators 1000 applicators
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
53247-0142-01 53247-142-01 Main listing 1000 APPLICATOR in 1 CASE / 11 g in 1 APPLICATOR 2025-01-01 — Active
53247-0142-02 You're viewing this 500 APPLICATOR in 1 CASE / 32 g in 1 APPLICATOR 2025-01-01 — Active
53247-0142-03 53247-142-03 144 APPLICATOR in 1 CASE / 75 g in 1 APPLICATOR 2025-01-01 — Active
53247-0142-04 53247-142-04 144 APPLICATOR in 1 CASE / 85 g in 1 APPLICATOR 2025-01-01 — Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package is listed by the FDA — 500 applicator in 1 case / 32 g in 1 applicator.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE .1 g/100g Soap?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial Deodorant .1 g/100g 53247-0137-01 Bob 1000 applicators — — FDA listed —
Meridian Wrapped antibacterial Deodorant .1 g/100g 53247-0138-01 Bob 1000 cellos — — FDA listed —
Meridian Wrapped antibacterial deodorant .1 g/100g 53247-0139-01 Bob 1000 cellos — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant .1 g/100g 53247-0140-01 Bob 1000 applicators — — FDA listed —
Meridian wrapped antibacterial deodorant .1 g/100g 53247-0141-01 Bob 1000 cellos — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwrapped antibacterial deodorant .1 g/100gthis 53247-0142-02 Bob 500 applicators — — FDA listed —
BobBarker antibacterial wrapped body .1 g/100g 72797-0001-01 Yangzhou 11.06 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwarpped Antibacterial Deodorant 1.5 .1 g/100g 72797-0002-01 Yangzhou 32 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwarpped Antibacterial Deodorant 0.5 .1 g/100g 72797-0003-01 Yangzhou 11 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwarpped Antibacterial Deodorant 3 .1 g/100g 72797-0004-01 Yangzhou 75 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Unwarpped Antibacterial Deodorant 3 Oz .1 g/100g 72797-0005-01 Yangzhou 85 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Warpped Antibacterial Deodorant 0.5 .1 g/100g 72797-0006-01 Yangzhou 11 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Warpped Antibacterial Deodorant 3 Oz .1 g/100g 72797-0007-01 Yangzhou 85 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Warpped Antibacterial Deodorant 1.25 .1 g/100g 72797-0008-01 Yangzhou 29 g — — FDA listed —
Meridian Warpped Antibacterial Deodorant 3 .1 g/100g 72797-0009-01 Yangzhou 75 g — — FDA listed —
Amerfresh Antibacterial Deodorant .1 g/100g 85420-0002-01 Liufangjing 1 applicator — — FDA listed —
CharmTex Lightly Scented Antibacterial .1 g/100g 85420-0004-01 Liufangjing 1 applicator — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

🏛️
2025
On the market since
Jan 2025
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
1 year listed
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No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII H0G9379FGK
    Calcium carbonate is a white mineral powder used as a filler and buffering agent in medicines. It helps give tablets their bulk and size while neutralizing stomach acid in some formulations.
  • UNII MP1J8420LU
    A salt derived from edetic acid that binds to trace metals in medicines. It serves as a chelating agent and preservative to prevent metal-catalyzed breakdown of the drug and extend shelf life.
  • UNII CZZ9T1T1X4
    A mineral salt compound used in some medications as a chelating agent and calcium regulator. It helps stabilize the formulation and prevent mineral buildup that could interfere with the medicine's effectiveness or shelf life.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII 451W47IQ8X
    Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
  • UNII R1TQH25F4I
    Sodium cocoate is a salt derived from coconut oil. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant in medicines, helping to mix ingredients that normally don't blend together and improve product texture and stability.
  • UNII 55X04QC32I
    A strong alkaline chemical used to adjust and maintain the pH balance of liquid medicines. It helps keep the medicine stable and ensures it stays effective during storage.
  • UNII 6H91L1NXTW
    A processed palm kernel oil derivative used as an emulsifier and surfactant in medications. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improves how the medicine spreads and dissolves in the body.
  • UNII S0A6004K3Z
    Sodium palmate is a salt made from palm oil. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant in medicines, helping mix ingredients that normally don't blend well together and improving product texture and consistency.
  • UNII 07RIK6QMEW
    A fatty substance derived from beef tallow used as an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients in the formulation and may improve the product's texture and consistency.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

11 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also states(Sodium Palmate and/or Sodium Tallowate, Sodium Cocoate and/or Sodium Palm Kernelate), Calcium Carbonate, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBob Barker Company Inc.
FDA applicationM003 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code53247
First marketedJan 2025
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio13 products on file

More NDCs from Bob Barker Company Inc. labeler code 53247

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Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 Do Not Use 📄 When Using This Product 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 8 words ▾

Uses For washing to decrease bacteria on skin.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 14 words ▾

Directions Wet bar with water. Lather vigorously and wash skin. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

⚠️ Warnings 58 words ▾

Caution For external use only. Do not use this product on infants under 6. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. In case of eye contact, flush with water. Stop use and consult doctor if irritation and rash develops. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

🧪 Active Ingredient 5 words ▾

Active Ingredient Benzethonium Chloride 0.1%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 26 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients (Sodium Palmate and/or Sodium Tallowate, Sodium Cocoate and/or Sodium Palm Kernelate), Calcium Carbonate, Water, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Antibacterial

📄 Do Not Use 9 words ▾

Do not use this product on infants under 6.

📄 When Using This Product 16 words ▾

When using this product avoid contact with eyes. In case of eye contact, flush with water.

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 10 words ▾

Stop use and consult doctor if irritation and rash develops.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 18 words ▾

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 81 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 75 g Bar Case Label meridian ® ITEM: UWA3 DESCRIPTION: MERIDIAN ® UNWRAPPED ANTIBACTERIAL DEODORANT SOAP #3 SIZE: #3 QUANTITY: 144 BARS / NET WT

2.6OZ (75 g) PER BAR PO # __________ CARTON # ________OF________ MFG DATE: ___________ EXP DATE: __________ MADE IN CHINA BULK SHIPMENT NOT FOR RETAIL ITEM: UWA3 SIZE: #3 MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY FOR BOB BARKER COMPANY, INC. 7925 PURFOY RD., FUQUAY-VARINA, NC 27526 Principal Display Panel - 75 g Bar Case Label

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
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Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Bob Barker Company Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 3 other package presentations of this same product, including 144 applicators (53247-0142-03), 144 applicators (53247-0142-04), 1000 applicators (53247-0142-01). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Bob Barker Company Inc. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.