GE RPWFE Refrigerator Water Filter
- NSF 53 certified for contaminants with health effects
- Lead, cysts and 50 other impurities reduced, plus select pharmaceuticals
- 6 month replacement interval per the listing
- 9.75 inches tall, 1.62 inches across
- Pack of 1, 0.4 pounds
- Limited one year warranty
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The genuine replacement for GE refrigerators that take the RPWFE cartridge, with third-party certification for lead and cyst reduction. The listing does not name the compatible refrigerator models, so match the part number first.
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ASIN: B009PCI2JUCategory: Refrigerator Water Filters
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Overview
A GE refrigerator owner due for a filter change gets the factory cartridge with the same part number as the one already installed, certified to reduce lead, chlorine-resistant cysts and a list of pharmaceuticals. The plastic cartridge replaces the spent one and filters the water the refrigerator dispenses.
Buying the genuine part gets the certified reduction claims and avoids the damage GE warns an imitation filter can cause to the filter system. What the listing leaves out is the model list, so the only compatibility check is the part number on the old cartridge.
Who it's for
Households that want lead and cyst reduction at the fridge dispenser, with a cartridge the manufacturer stands behind, are the target. Owners who do not know their current filter part number, or whose fridge uses a different cartridge, should confirm before ordering.
Pros and cons
- Genuine GE part
- NSF 53 certified reduction
- Reduces lead and chlorine-resistant cysts
- Reduces select pharmaceuticals
- Compatible models and gallon capacity not listed
- Single cartridge per pack
- Needs replacing twice a year
Performance notes
Reduction claims hold only for a fresh cartridge within its replacement interval; the listing ties the schedule to time, not to taste or flow. Genuine filters are certified to the NSF/ANSI drinking water treatment standard, while GE warns that imitation filters are not certified and can damage the filter system.
Specifications
| Brand | GE |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.6 × 1.6 × 9.7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Replacement RPWFE Refrigerator Water Filter |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited one year warranty |
| Other details | |
| External Testing Certification | NSF |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Set Name | Single |
Frequently asked questions
How do I install the GE RPWFE filter?
The listing gives no installation steps and no compatible model list. Match the RPWFE part number to the cartridge already in your refrigerator or to its manual before ordering.
Which pharmaceuticals does the GE RPWFE reduce?
Ibuprofen, progesterone, atenolol, trimethoprim and fluoxetine are named, with the note that these are not necessarily present in every user's water.
Is the GE RPWFE a whole house filter?
No. It is a single refrigerator water filter cartridge, sold as a pack of one, for the water the refrigerator dispenses.
Why buy the genuine GE RPWFE instead of an imitation?
GE states that imitation or counterfeit filters can damage the filter system and are not certified to reduce impurities, while the genuine cartridge carries NSF 53 certification.