Why Black Berkey® Water Filters Are Effective at Removing Contaminants

Black Berkey® elements are specifically designed to treat over 200 typical contaminants found in tap water and other freshwater sources. These advanced filters are made from a unique blend of materials and are backed by independent, third-party testing. Using gravity filtration technology, Black Berkey® filters provide superior contaminant reduction and longer life than virtually any other filter element on the market.

Testing and Certification of the Black Berkey® Elements

The formulation of the Black Berkey® elements has been tested by accredited laboratories and meets or exceeds NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the removal of health hazards in drinking water. This ensures that you can be confident in the effectiveness and safety of the filters in reducing harmful substances in your drinking water.

Contaminants Removed by the Black Berkey® Elements

The Black Berkey® elements have been proven effective in removing or significantly reducing the following contaminants:

Trihalomethanes

The Black Berkey® filters remove trihalomethanes to below detectable limits. This includes hazardous substances such as:

  • Bromodichloromethane
  • Bromoform
  • Chloroform
  • Dibromochloromethane

Inorganic Minerals and Chlorine Compounds

These filters remove harmful inorganic minerals and chlorine compounds to below detectable limits. This includes:

  • Chloramine
  • Chloride
  • Free chlorine (total residual chlorine)

Heavy Metals

The Black Berkey® elements remove heavy metals, even at high or low pH levels, including:

  • Aluminum
  • Antimony
  • Barium
  • Beryllium
  • Bismuth
  • Cadmium
  • Cobalt
  • Chrome (including Chrome 6)
  • Lead
  • Mercury
  • Molybdenum
  • Nickel
  • Vanadium
  • Zinc

Pharmaceutical Contaminants

The Black Berkey® filters are capable of reducing pharmaceutical drug contaminants to below detectable limits, such as:

  • Acetaminophen
  • Caffeine
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Erythromycin
  • Ibuprofen
  • Naproxen sodium

Pesticides & Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

The filters remove pesticides and semi-volatile organic compounds (semi-VOCs), including:

  • 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane
  • 1,3-Dichlorobenzene
  • 2,4-D
  • 2,4-DB
  • 1,2-Dibromoethane

In addition, the following substances are also effectively reduced or removed:

  • Arsenic
  • Fluorene
  • Manganese
  • Petroleum products (such as gasoline, diesel and crude oil)
  • PCBs
  • Silt and sediments
  • Turbidity
  • Bad tastes and odors

Why Black Berkey® Water Filters Are the Best Choice for Water Purification

With their advanced technology and outstanding performance , Black Berkey® water filters are one of the most reliable choices for purifying water. Whether you are concerned about heavy metals, pharmaceutical residues, or unwanted odors, these filters provide a thorough solution to your water purification needs.

Conclusion: Improve Water Quality with Black Berkey® Filters

Not only are the Black Berkey® elements capable of removing a wide range of contaminants from tap water and other freshwater sources, they do so more efficiently and for longer periods of time than most other filter options on the market. With their advanced technology and proven results, the Black Berkey® filters give you the peace of mind that you will always have access to clean, safe drinking water.

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