Next-Generation Filter Technology From Mavea Designed to Fit Brita Pitchers*Clean | Fast | BPA Free | Classic Fit Premium Water Filters For Brita® Systems* Clean: Filter Micro-Screen Reduces Carbon Particle Release into SystemFast: No Pre-Soaking Required For Filter ActivationSafe: Silverized Filter Media to Inhibit the Growth of BacteriaDramatically Reduces Limescale & Other Unwanted Elements.††Filter Performance†This component has been tested at 2.0 gpd for: aesthetic chlorine & taste & odor reduction for up to 40 gallons. Filter life of 40 gallons (approximately 2 months). Dramatically reduces limescale & other unwanted elements.**Component tested & certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI 42 for material safety only when the cartridge is placed in a system that holds 0.6 gallons of water or greater. Filter Take-Back & Recycling ProgramBring your used MAVEA filters to our recycling bins at participating retail stores or go to our website & follow the instructions to ship them to us (at our cost).*Brita is a registered trademark of the Brita Products Company, a division of the Clorox Company.**This product does not protect individuals from bacteria, viruses & other disease organisms.† This replacement filter has not been certified by WQA to NSF/ANSI standards in any system not distributed by Mavea, LLC.†† Limescale reduction confirmed in internal tests only, not tested or certified by WQA. WarningsDo not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after using the system.