The problem with conventional filter systems
Most household filters were never designed to stop micro- or nanoplastic particles.
Standard activated carbon filters eliminate taste and odor but allow particles smaller than 5 µm to pass through.
A review study in Water Research (2023) showed that commercial pitcher and tap filters remove less than 40% of microplastic particles – and are almost ineffective against nanoplastics.
Since these particles can bind PFAS, bisphenols, and heavy metals, an invisible contamination remains in the “clean” water despite apparent filtration.
What truly works according to research
Scientific data proves that membrane-based and multi-stage systems are the most effective.
Ultrafiltration (UF) removes particles down to 0.01 µm, while reverse osmosis (RO) achieves a retention rate of over 99% for both micro- and nanoplastics (Science of the Total Environment, 2024).
Additional adsorptive or electrostatic layers can also eliminate plastic-related chemicals that pure membrane systems overlook – a crucial factor for actual drinking water protection.
SYDROS – Purity at a molecular level
SYDROS develops multi-layer filter systems that combine mechanical, adsorptive, and molecular barriers.
This design retains even the smallest plastic fragments and simultaneously neutralizes PFAS, phthalates, and hormonally active substances – contaminants that remain invisible to conventional filters.
Clean water isn't just clear – it's molecularly pure.
Learn more about SYDROS filtration technology at sydros.de.
