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
Our Editorial Standard
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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.
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.
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