CWR-HCS Doulton Stainless Steel Ceramic Water Filter for Counter Tops This attractive and durable CWR-HCS is a Stainless Steel Counter Top water filter with an ultra-fine ceramic cartridge. If you want better drinking water without buying bottled water, choose this water filter. Doulton ceramic filters have established a remarkable reputation for nearly 200 years in more than 150 countries, providing the ultimate in water protection. The stainless steel counter top model combines superior value and attractive polished design for efficient chemical, microbiological, and heavy metal removal. It is one of the most effective water filter systems. Doulton water filters are constructed with ultra-fine ceramic with a filtration efficiency of 0.9 microns absolute. Independent testing has documented that the Doulton ceramic is more efficient at reducing live cryptosporidium than conventional block carbon filters tested under the same conditions. It is created with the best materials to achievehigh efficiency rating in reducing harmful parasites like cryptosporidium and giardia. Lead and chlorine are also significantly reduced, as a result, providing safe, great tasting water for your family and pets. Ceramic Filter with High Density Activated Carbon NSF certified for standards 42 53 chlorine, parasite, lead, turbidity, bad taste and odor reduction Manufactured in accordance with the highest international manufacturing standards. ISO99002 and BS5750 Doulton's 0.9 micron absolute filtration efficiency exceeds the EPA requirement for Cryptosporidium parasite reduction Things You Should Know About the Doulton Stainless Steel Ceramic Countertop Water Filter Removes up to 99% of particulate lead, iron and hydrogen sulfides Exclusive silver/ceramic/carbon-block water purification technology removes 99.99% of particles 1/2 micron absolute ANSI standard and larger in size including pathogenic bacteria Removes asbestos fibers, dirt, chlorine taste and odor, mold, anthrax This item ships from a separate warehouse and may require extra time for delivery.