Spring 2020
Safe water for you. Safe water for the world.
WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT We’re not a retail company with a social impact program, we’re a social impact company with a retail program
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A HISTORY OF CHANGING THE WORLD
WE’RE SERIOUS ABOUT PRODUCT TESTING
LifeStraw was born as an effort to eradicate Guinea worm disease in partnership with The Carter Center. For 10 years, LifeStraw continued to work on Guinea worm eradication, tackled humanitarian crises and responded to waterborne disease outbreaks before becoming a retail company.
LifeStraw has its own ISO/IEC accredited laboratory with a team of scientists dedicated to continuous product testing. LifeStraw also validates all performance claims using accredited independent laboratory testing so all products go through both internal and external testing before reaching the market.
SOCIAL IMPACT IS NOT OUR SIDE GIG, IT’S WHO WE ARE
WE’RE GOING CARBON NEUTRAL
For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year. Our programs are long term and locally driven - we have 40 full time staff members in Kenya and we make a 5 year commitment with every water filter delivered.
We’ve always strived to create long lasting products that eliminate the need for single-use plastic bottled water. However, more recently we’ve gotten serious about our footprint – eliminating 5.6 tons of plastic from our supply chain in 2019 and pledging to offset all of our annual CO2 emissions through Carbon Neutral.
WHAT’S NEW
HOT NEW COLORS! 2020 brings a fresh new lineup of LifeStraw Go colors and graphics as well as a first-time-ever new color for the original LifeStraw in dark green.
NEW SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING In 2020 we will be phasing out the plastic blister packaging on LifeStraw Universal and moving to an FSC certified cardboard box. We will also be transitioning our LifeStraw Go packaging to a similar box and using molded pulp (made from 100% compostable sugarcane pulp and recycled paper) as the inner structure.
Your purchase has impact For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe drinking water for an entire school year.
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OUR PRODUCTS
LifeStraw
LifeStraw Universal
REMOVES BACTERIA & PARASITES
Yes
Yes
Yes
REMOVES MICROPLASTICS
Yes
Yes
Yes
REDUCES CHEMICALS
No
Yes
Yes
REDUCES LEAD
No
No
No
REDUCES TURBIDITY
Yes
Yes
Yes
REMOVES VIRUSES
No
No
No
MEMBRANE FILTER LIFETIME
1,000 gal (4,000 L)
1,000 gal (4,000 L)
1,000 gal (4,000 L)
CARBON FILTER LIFETIME
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26 gal (100 L)
26 gal (100 L)
0.2 micron
0.2 micron
0.2 micron
1.62 oz (46 g)
7.84 oz (222 g)
3.60 oz (102 g)
NSF P231 & US EPA-bacteria and parasites
NSF 42-chlorine NSF P231 & US EPA-bacteria and parasites
NSF 42-chlorine NSF P231 & US EPA-bacteria and parasites
FILTER PORE SIZE WEIGHT TESTING STANDARD
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LifeStraw Go
LifeStraw Play with lead reduction
LifeStraw Flex
with collapsible squeeze bottle
LifeStraw Flex with gravity bag
LifeStraw Mission
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
500 gal (2,000 L)
500 gal (2,000 L)
500 gal (2,000 L)
4,755 gal (18,000 L)
26 gal (100 L)
26 gal (100 L)
26 gal (100 L)
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0.2 micron
0.2 micron
0.2 micron
0.02 micron
5.90 oz (167 g)
3.15 oz ( 89 g)
6.94 oz ( 197 g)
1.17 lbs (0.8 kg)
NSF 42-chlorine NSF 53-lead NSF P231 & US EPAbacteria and parasites
NSF 42-chlorine NSF 53-lead NSF P231 & US EPA-bacteria and parasites
NSF 42-chlorine NSF 53-lead NSF P231 & US EPA-bacteria and parasites
NSF P231 & US EPA - bacteria, parasites & virus
ISO Certified Lab LifeStraw ISO Certified Lab
Independently Tested
LifeStraw has its own lab team of scientists dedicated to providing ongoing testing of all products. The Laboratory is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited and an ILAC/MRA Member.
LifeStraw also validates all performance claims using accredited independent laboratory testing so all products go through both internal and external testing before reaching the market.
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LifeStraw LifeStraw, the original ultralight backpacking and travel-friendly “straw” water filter, makes contaminated water safe to drink and helps to prevent most waterborne diseases by removing bacteria (like E.coli), parasites (like Giardia and Cryptosporidium) and microplastics. Drink directly from rivers and streams or fill a container to use your LifeStraw on the go. The LifeStraw can provide up to 5 years of safe drinking water, with proper use and maintenance, and is rigorously tested to meet protocols established by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and NSF International/ANSI.
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Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics • Turbidity (silt, sand & cloudiness)
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Size: 9 x 1.2 in | 22.9 x 2.5 cm Weight: 1.62 oz (46 g) BPA-free materials No replaceable parts
• Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Lasts up to 1,000 gal | 4,000 L
Ideal for
Outdoor
Emergency preparedness
Fishing & hunting
Water sports
Trail running
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LifeStraw Go LifeStraw Go is an advanced water bottle with filter that protects against bacteria, parasites, microplastics, chemicals, like chlorine, and improves water taste. The leak-proof, BPA-free bottle is ideal for hiking, camping, international travel and emergencies. Simply fill with water from a lake, river or tap and filter on the go. LifeStraw filters are rigorously tested to meet protocols established by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and NSF International/ANSI.
Ideal for
Sports
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Outdoor
School
Travel
Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics
• Volume: 22 fl oz | 0.7 L • Weight: 7.84 oz | 125 g • Dimensions: 9.3 x 3.1 in | 236 x 79 mm • Dishwasher safe once filter is removed • BPA-Free • Replaceable filters • Includes: filter, bottle, cap with silicon mouthpiece and carabiner
Reduces: • Chlorine, bad odor and taste • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness) • Filtration technology: Membrane microfilter and activated carbon filter • Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Membrane microfilter lasts up to 1,000 gal | 4,000 L • Activated carbon filter lasts up to 26 gal | 100 L
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LifeStraw Universal Turn your favorite water bottle into a powerful water filtration system. The LifeStraw Universal includes an advanced water filter, narrow mouth and wide mouth caps, and a leak-proof lid to fit most reusable water bottles. The filter protects against bacteria, parasites and microplastics, reduces chemicals like chlorine and improves taste. Compatible with select models from Hydroflask, Klean Kanteen, Camelbak, Nalgene and other popular brands. Perfect for the outdoors, travel, emergency preparedness and everyday use. LifeStraw filters are rigorously tested to meet protocols established by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and NSF International/ANSI.
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Bottle images used to convey compatibility, LifeStraw Universal is not affiliated with/endorsed by manufacturers of these products.
Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics
• Product Weight: 3.60 oz | 102 g (filter, cap and lid) – for both configurations • Outer diameter wide cap: 2.75 in | 70 mm (threading diameter 2.5 in | 63 mm) • Outer diameter standard cap: 2.28 in | 58 mm (threading diameter 1.7” | 43 mm) • Dishwasher safe once filter is removed • BPA-free • Replaceable filters & recyclable parts • Includes: Filter, two cap sizes (narrow and wide mouth), interchangeable standard and sports mouthpieces, leak-proof lid
Reduces: • Chlorine, bad odor and taste • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness)
• Filtration technology: Membrane microfilter and activated carbon filter • Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Membrane microfilter lasts up to 1,000 gal | 4,000 L • Activated carbon filter lasts up to 26 gal | 100 L
Compatibility Fits a wide variety of popular water bottle shapes and sizes have been tested for compatibility. This kit may fit additional bottles with compatible mouth diameter, threading, and a minimum bottle height of over 7.3”.
leak-proof lid
Visit: lifestraw.com/universal-fit
narrow mouth cap
Ideal for
Sports
wide mouth cap
Outdoor
School
Travel
2-stage filter
Urban
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Reduces LEAD
LifeStraw Play with lead reduction
The LifeStraw Play is a leak-proof, kid-friendly water bottle with next level filtration that removes bacteria, parasites and microplastics and reduces lead, and other heavy metals, chlorine and other chemicals in addition to improving taste. Ideal for school, travel, outdoor adventures and emergency preparedness, the 10 oz water bottle is made from BPA-free materials and is just the right size for small hands.
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Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics
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Reduces: • Lead and other heavy metals • Chlorine, bad odor and taste • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness) • Filtration technology: Membrane microfilter and activated carbon + ion exchange filter • Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction • Meets NSF 53 standard for reduction of lead • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Membrane microfilter lasts up to 500 gal | 2,000 L • Activated carbon + ion exchange filter lasts up to 26 gal | 100 L
Volume: 10 fl oz | 0.3 L Weight: 5.90 oz | 94 g Dimensions: 7.5 x 3.3 in | 190 x 84 mm Available in 5 colors Dishwasher safe once filter is removed • BPA-Free • Replaceable parts • Includes: water bottle, filter, cap with silicon mouthpiece and 8 graphics for personalization Cap designs for personalization
Ideal for
Sports
Urban
School
Travel
Outdoor
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Reduces LEAD
LifeStraw Flex
with collapsible squeeze bottle The lightweight, long-lasting LifeStraw Flex water filter with collapsible squeeze bottle provides added versatility and protection. The membrane microfilter removes bacteria, parasites and microplastics. The Activated Carbon + Ion Exchange filter reduces lead, heavy metals, chlorine and other chemicals while improving taste. The LifeStraw Flex water filter can be used as a straw to drink directly from a water source, with the included squeeze bottle, and attached to a hydration pack, gravity bag or disposable water bottle. Ideal for hiking, camping, emergency preparedness and survival.
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Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics
• Filter size: 6.4 x 1.5 in | 229 x 25 mm • Total product weight: 3.15 oz | 89 g • Collapsible squeeze bottle size: 10.6 x 3.9 in | 269 x 99 mm • Collapsible squeeze bottle capacity: 22 fl oz | 0.7 L • BPA-free materials • Replaceable parts & filters available • Includes: LifeStraw Flex filter, 22 oz collapsible squeeze bottle and backwashing syringe for cleaning
Reduces: • Lead and other heavy metals • Chlorine, bad odor and taste • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness) • Filtration Technology: Membrane microfilter and activated carbon + ion exchange filter • Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF 53 standard for reduction of lead and other heavy metals • Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Membrane microfilter lasts up to 500 gal | 2,000 L • Activated carbon filter lasts up to 26 gal | 100 L
Use as a personal straw
Use with the collapsible squeeze bottle
Adaptable to plastic water bottles
Adaptable to hydration bladder
Adaptable to gravity bag
*Hydration bladder not included
* Gravity bag not included
Ideal for
Backpacking
Emergency preparedness
Fishing & hunting
Water sports
Travel
Running
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Reduces LEAD
LifeStraw Flex with gravity bag
Maximize protection and water throughput with this ultralight, compact gravity water filter system built to provide safe drinking water in almost any environment. The water filter offers next level protection against bacteria, parasites, and microplastics in addition to lead, chlorine and other contaminants. The gravity bag features a leak-proof hose connector and a convenient shoulder strap for easy transport and flexibility to hang virtually anywhere. Ideal for hiking, camping, emergency preparedness and survival.
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Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics
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Reduces: • Lead and other heavy metals • Chlorine, bad odor and taste • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness)
Filter size: 6.4 x 1.5 in | 229 x 25 mm Hose length: 27.5 in | 699 mm Gravity bag volume: 1 gal | 3.7 L Flow rate: 0.125 gal/min | 0.5 L/m Total product weight: 6.9 oz | 195 g BPA-free materials Replacement filters & parts available Includes: LifeStraw Flex filter, gravity bag, quick-connect hose, backwashing syringe for cleaning
• Filtration Technology: Membrane microfilter and activated carbon filter • Membrane microfilter pore size: 0.2 micron • Meets NSF 53 standard for reduction of lead and other heavy metals • Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction • Meets NSF P231 & US EPA drinking water standards for reduction of bacteria and parasites • Membrane microfilter lasts up to 500 gal | 2,000 L • Activated carbon + ion exchange filter lasts up to 26 gal | 100 L Adaptable to gravity bag
Use as a personal straw
Adaptable to plastic water bottles
Adaptable to hydration bladder
*Hydration bladder not included
Ideal for
Backpacking
Emergency preparedness
Fishing & hunting
Water sports
Travel
Running
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s RemoveS E S VIRU
LifeStraw Mission High-volume, gravity purifier The LifeStraw Mission is a high-volume, gravity powered system that purifies water to 0.02 microns, making contaminated water safe to drink by removing bacteria, parasites, microplastics, and viruses. Ideal for groups, outdoor expeditions, adventure travel, and use in emergencies. The LifeStraw Mission can provide more than 4,755 gallons (18,000 L) of clean water and filter as much as 3.1 gallons (12 L) per hour. The LifeStraw Mission features a compact roll bag, leak-proof hose connector, backwashing system and a convenient shoulder strap for easy carrying and flexibility to hang the bag virtually anywhere. Available in 5-liter (1.3 gallon) and 12-liter (3.1 gallon) volumes.
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Filtration
Product
Removes: • 99.999% of viruses • 99.999999% of bacteria • 99.999% of parasites • 99.999% of microplastics • Turbidity (silt, sand, and cloudiness)
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Filtration technology: Ultrafilter membrane Ultrafilter membrane pore size: 0.02 micron Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine reduction Meets NSF/ANSI P231 standard for reduction of viruses, bacteria and parasites • Membrane ultrafilter lasts up to 4,755 gal | 18,000 L
Roll bag: 5 or 12 L capacity Weight: 1.7 lbs | 0.8 kg Hose length: 27.6 in | 701 mm Filter size: 12.6 in | 320 mm Flow rate: 3.1 gal/hr | 12 L/hr Food grade materials (US FDA 21 CFR standards) • BPA-free • Replaceable filters & parts • Includes: roll bag, with quickconnecting hose, purification cartridge and built-in backwashing system
LifeStraw Mission 5L LifeStraw Mission 12 L
Ideal for
Backpacking
Campsites
Fishing & hunting
Emergency preparedness
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COMING SOON
LifeStraw Home
Durable, BPA-Free water filter pitcher The LifeStraw Home is a premium water filter pitcher that improves taste and protects against more than 30 contaminants. The long-lasting membrane microfilter is the only water filter pitcher that removes bacteria, parasites and microplastics and lasts approximately 1 year. The activated carbon + ion exchange filter reduces lead, mercury, other heavy metals and a variety of chemicals including, chlorine and PFAS, and lasts approximately 2 months. Made from durable, BPA-free plastic, the sleek 7-cup water pitcher also features an easy-fill lid. Live sustainably and avoid plastic water bottle waste – do good for your household and for the world. For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.
Filtration LifeStraw Membrane Microfilter: • Removes 99.999999 % of bacteria (E. coli, etc.) • Removes 99.999 % of parasites (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, etc.) • Removes 99.999 % of microplastics • Pore size: 0.2 micron • Filters 264 gallons (1,000 liters), up to 1 year
LifeStraw Activated Carbon + Ion Exchange Filter : • Reduces lead, mercury, chromium III, cadmium, copper and other heavy metals • Reduces chlorine and bad odors for improved taste • Reduces chemicals including PFAS, pesticides and herbicides • Filters 40 gallons (150 liters), up to 2 months
LifeStraw Max
High-Flow Water Purification The LifeStraw Max instantly purifies source water at a rate of 200 liters per hour without the need for electricity, battery power or chemicals. It has been designed for operation in emergency situations, humanitarian aid, remote job sites and group adventure travel. The LifeStraw Max removes viruses, bacteria, parasites, microplastics and has an optional activated carbon + ion exchange filter that reduces heavy metals, chemicals and other toxins. The easily-transported and compact system can be continuously filled by any pressurized water system (tap, water pump or gravity system), providing safe drinking water for up to 1,000 people for several months without needing to replace the main filters.
Filtration LifeStraw Ultrafilter Membrane: • Removes 99.999999 % of viruses • Removes 99.999999 % of bacteria (E. coli, etc.) • Removes 99.999 % of parasites (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, etc.) • Removes 99.999 % of microplastics • Pore size: 0.02 micron • Filters 26,000 gallons (100,000 liters)
LifeStraw Activated Carbon + Ion Exchange Filter: • Reduces lead, mercury, other heavy metals and chemicals • Filters up to 4,000 gallons (15,000 liters)
We’re not a retail company with a social impact program, we’re a social impact company with a retail program.
Your purchase has impact For every LifeStraw product you purchase, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.
This catalog was printed on 100% recycled paper
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