Solid Carbon Block
A compressed carbon block creates a longer water path than loose granular carbon, improving consistency in chlorine, VOC, and organic contaminant reduction.
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Epic Water Filters
Pure Pitcher
A solid-block carbon pitcher tested to NSF / ANSI 42, 53, 401, and P473 standards for tap water from public municipal supplies.
- NSF / ANSI 42 / 53 / 401 / P473
- BPA Free
- Made in USA
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Editorial
Why we recommend it
- Independently tested to four NSF / ANSI standards — including the P473 PFAS protocol — by accredited laboratories.
- Uses a solid carbon block rather than loose granular carbon, producing more consistent contaminant reduction.
- Manufactured in the United States in BPA and phthalate-free housing.
At a glance
Pros & cons
Pros
- Solid carbon block outperforms loose granular carbon
- Independent testing to NSF 42, 53, 401, and P473 protocols
- Manufactured in the United States in BPA-free housing
Cons
- Pitcher housing is plastic
- Designed for municipal tap water, not untreated well water
- Filter capacity of ~150 gallons requires quarterly-ish replacement on heavy use
Who it suits
Best for
- 01
Municipal households wanting NSF-tested PFAS reduction
- 02
Small kitchens without room for a countertop system
- 03
Anyone graduating from a basic carbon pitcher
Transparency
Things to know
- 01
Designed for municipal tap water, not untreated well water.
- 02
Pitcher housing is plastic (BPA / phthalate free).
- 03
Filter capacity is approximately 150 gallons.
Composition
Materials & ingredients
System architecture
- Solid carbon block
- Catalytic adsorption media
- BPA / phthalate free housing
Independently verified
Certifications
- Tested to NSF / ANSI 42, 53, 401, and P473
What's inside
Filter media
Catalytic Adsorption Media
Specialized media layered into the block to capture heavy metals and PFAS compounds beyond the reach of carbon alone.
Third-party verified
Independent testing
- Tested to NSF / ANSI 42 (aesthetic), 53 (lead, chromium-6, mercury), 401 (pharmaceuticals, emerging contaminants), and P473 (PFOA / PFOS).
The standard
Why it made the cut
- Epic publishes complete lab reports and tests to the standards that matter for the contaminants most households actually face — including PFAS — at a sensible price.
FAQ
Common questions
- Does it remove PFAS?
- Yes. Independent testing covers the NSF P473 PFOA / PFOS protocol.
- Is it suitable for well water?
- It is designed for treated municipal tap water. Untreated well water typically requires a different filtration strategy.
Materials Library
Materials behind this recommendation
Each material below has a canonical explainer in our shared Materials Library. Open one to see how it behaves, where it belongs, and where it doesn't.
PFAS
Chemical
PFAS are a family of thousands of synthetic fluorinated compounds prized for their ability to repel water, oil, and heat — and criticised for their persistence in the human body and the environment.
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Lead
Metal
Lead is a potent neurotoxin with no safe exposure level in children. It rarely appears in modern products by design but persists in older homes, imported pottery, and some water systems.
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Glass
Mineral
Glass is the most inert food-contact material in most kitchens. It does not leach, does not react with food, and — in the right formulation — handles baking and freezing without concern.
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