A subsidiary of one of the world's leading water filtration companies, MAVEA™ leverages the water filtration technology pioneered by Brita®; it represents the next generation of water filtration from Germany. Filtered water appeals to people with a discerning taste for the better things in life; in addition to satisfying the need for natural, healthy drinking water, it is the secret ingredient to better tasting food and beverages. Since great food is made from the best ingredients, water is a critical basic ingredient, especially when it comes to preparing meals for your family. The line of convenient, stylish and functional water filtration pitchers are designed to go from the kitchen counter to the dining table; the BPA-free pitchers accept MAVEA Maxtra filters which help remove chlorine, mercury and copper from water. The premium water filters reduce chlorine, limescale and heavy metals like lead and copper.