Specification Brand : IPPINKA BulletPoint1 : Japanese binchotan charcoal from Tosa, Japan - One stick included. BulletPoint2 : Binchotan is known as the highest quality charcoal and is activated through an extremely high burning temperature and a rapid cooling process. BulletPoint3 : A centuries-old natural purification method that reduces water hardness, absorbs odor, and filters for great-tasting water. Use 1 stick for 2 liters of water. BulletPoint4 : Each stick is approximately 0.8" in diameter and 6" in length. Filtering time is approximately 3-4 hours. Reactivate charcoal every two weeks by boiling for 10 minutes and letting dry. BulletPoint5 : Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality. Capacity : 2 liters Color : Black ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier : 5053197099277 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier1 : 027132137299 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier2 : 0027132137299 ExternalTestingCertification : NSF GpsrSafetyAttestation : 1 IncludedComponents : 3 x water filers InstallationType : Countertop ItemName : Medium TOSA Binchotan Charcoal Water Purifying Stick for Great-Tasting Water, 1 Stick - Filters up to 2 Liters of Water ItemPackageDimensions_Height : 15.494 centimeters ItemPackageDimensions_Length : 3.048 centimeters ItemPackageDimensions_Width : 3.048 centimeters ItemPackageQuantity : 1 ItemTypeKeyword : replacement-pitcher-water-filters Manufacturer : IPPINKA Material : Plastic ModelName : binchotan ModelNumber : 100482 NumberOfItems : 1 PackageLevel : unit PartNumber : PSA474 PowerSourceType : Manual ProductBenefit : Repairing ProductDescription : Tosa Binchotan Charcoal naturally purifies for great-tasting water. Binchotan is known as the highest quality charcoal and is activated through an extremely high burning temperature and a rapid cooling process. Binchotan's alkaline properties reduce water hardness and filter out small particles from water. In addition, it naturally absorbs odor and improves the overall taste of water, leaving you with a fresh glass of water each time. Each stick can be used for about three months.After three months, it can be used as a natural deodorizer, dehumidifier, or broken it into small pieces and placed into your plant soil, creating micro water and air cavities in the soil. Made in the Tosa region in Japan. First use: rinse with water and boil for 10 minutes and let dry. One binchotan charcoal stick is included in a package. Use 1 stick for 2 liters of water. The filtering time is approximately 3-4 hours. ProductShelfLife : 90 days ProductSiteLaunchDate : 2017-11-02T07:00:00.000Z PurificationMethod : Activated Carbon Size : 3 Count (Pack of 1) SupplierDeclaredDgHzRegulation : not_applicable UnitCount : 1 UnspscCode : 47131800 UpperTemperatureRating : 212 degrees_fahrenheit