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China Suppliers Factory: Challenge Pore® PES Low Protein Binding Hydrophilic Capsule Filters & Cartridges for Bioprocessing
Superior Compatibility
Compatible with both Autoclave and Gamma irradiation.
Highly compatible with a wide range of common solvents used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Pigment-Free Construction
All plastic components, seals, and accessories are pigment-free, minimizing the risk of extractables and leachables (E&L) for a more hygienic process. Fully compliant with USP Class VI and ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.
100% Integrity Assurance
Through rigorous process controls and stringent factory release testing, we ensure a 100% qualification rate for all outgoing products.
Robust Quality System: Operating under ISO 9001 and compliant with GMP regulations; Meets stringent testing standards including: Bacterial Endotoxins: USP <85>, Biocompatibility: USP <87> & <88>, Extractables: USP <665>, Free from animal-derived components (TSE/BSE Free).
Validated Excellence
Products are validated by world-leading agencies such as SGS and NF, ensuring every batch meets international validation standards.
Challenge IM Capsule Filters are specifically designed for the biopharmaceutical industry. They are suitable for applications such as buffer filtration, intermediate product and drug substance filtration, as well as terminal filtration. This product has passed multiple tests conducted by the internationally recognized testing agency: SGS (SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd.).
Partial List of Executed Standards
ASTM F838: Standard Test Method for Determining Bacterial Retention of Membrane Filters for Liquids
USP <665>: United States Pharmacopeia: Extractables and Leachables (E&L) Testing in Biopharmaceutical Production
USP <87>: Biological Reactivity Tests, In Vitro.
USP <88>: Biological Reactivity Tests, In Vivo (Class VI)
Product Features
Unique double-layer design
Reliable bacterial and particulate retention
Broad chemical compatibility, pH 1-14
Extremely low extractables
Low protein binding
Typical Applications
Pre-filtration of cell culture media
Buffer filtration
Pre-column / Pre-ultrafiltration protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What sterilization methods are these capsule filters compatible with?
Challenge IM Capsule Filters offer superior compatibility and are fully compatible with both Autoclave sterilization and Gamma irradiation.
Why is a pigment-free construction important for capsule filters?
A pigment-free construction ensures that all plastic components, seals, and accessories minimize the risk of extractables and leachables (E&L), creating a much safer and more hygienic process compliant with USP Class VI and ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.
What standards does your quality system meet?
Our robust quality system operates under ISO 9001 and is compliant with GMP regulations. Our products meet stringent testing standards including USP <85> for Bacterial Endotoxins, USP <87> & <88> for Biocompatibility, USP <665> for Extractables, and are completely free from animal-derived components (TSE/BSE Free).
Which testing agencies validate these capsule filters?
Our products are validated by world-leading international testing agencies, including SGS (SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd.) and NF, ensuring every batch conforms to global requirements.
What is the chemical compatibility and pH range of these filters?
These filters feature exceptionally broad chemical compatibility, making them suitable for use across a wide pH range of 1 to 14, as well as with common solvents used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
What are the typical applications for Challenge IM Capsule Filters?
They are specifically designed for the biopharmaceutical industry and are ideal for applications such as pre-filtration of cell culture media, buffer filtration, intermediate product and drug substance filtration, terminal filtration, and pre-column / pre-ultrafiltration protection.





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