The 5 micron 2.5″ x 10″ whole house carbon filter reduces chlorine, taste, and odor. It is efficient and effective in removing volatile organic carbon compounds and solvents. This 5 micron water filter 10 x 2.5 is manufactured with high purity coconut shell activated carbon, then compressed into block form. Providing a healthy and safe water-filtering experience, the filter is wrapped with dense PP food-grade non-shedding fabric, preventing carbon fines from entering the filtered water. For drinking water applications. Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the activated carbon water filter. Flush the filter with at least 3 gallons of water prior to usage or if contains carbon, until black carbon residue disappears. Use proper filter housing matching the specs of this filter. Service Life: 6-12 months / 12,000 gallons (45,000 L). This 2.5 x 10 inch carbon block filter replacement fits most standard under sink reverse osmosis filtration systems, countertop water filtration units, RV water filtration systems, and whole house filtration systems with standard 10-inch housing. Metpure 10″x2.5″ Filter Compatible with Pentek, Apex, Aquapure, Culligan, Dupont, Hydronix, Omnifilter, Whirlpool, and more. Besides whole house water filtration, this 5 micron carbon water filter 10 x 2.5 protects household appliances and fixtures such as a coffee maker, water filtration faucet, water dispenser, dishwasher, washing machine, shower fittings, and water pipes. 1, 2, 4, 10, or 25 Pack. The Metpure 10 x 2.5 premium 5 micron carbon block filter reduces chlorine, taste, and odor. Efficient and effective in removing volatile organic carbon compounds and solvents for a healthy and safe water-filtering experience. Metpure 10″ x 2.5″ Filter. This is a universal and compatible replaceable part. The manufacturers’ names and part numbers have been used for reference purposes only. Any use of brand names or models is made solely for purposes of demonstrating compatibility with this product. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic wrapper away from babies and children. Do not use in cribs, beds, carriages or playpens. The plastic wrapper is not a toy. Discard plastic wrapper and any other packing.