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Katadyn Micropur MP1
Katadyn
Foil-packed chlorine dioxide tablets that tester sources credit against viruses and cysts.
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What you get
Chlorine dioxide tablets that come individually foil-packed. Tester sources credit them against viruses, bacteria and cysts. Treat time and EPA status were not pulled from the brand page so read the pack.
- Chlorine dioxide
- Individually foil-packed tablets
Pros and cons of the Katadyn Micropur MP1
Pros
- Tester sources credit the tablets against viruses, bacteria and cysts.
- Each tablet is foil-packed on its own so the rest stay sealed.
- Outdoor Life and OutdoorGearLab both list them.
Cons
- Treat time and EPA status were not extracted so check the pack before relying on it.
- The removal claims rest on tester sources rather than a brand spec sheet.
Specs
- Type
- chlorine dioxide tablets
- Removes
- viruses, bacteria, cysts (per tester sources)
Why it scores 8.5
8.5/10
Shortlist score. How it is calculated
Emergency features
- Removes bacteria and protozoa
- Also removes or kills viruses
- Filter life or capacity listed by the maker
- Tested to a named standard
- Works without power
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