This Month's Feature Product Airpura P600 & P600+ Ultimate protection! - combines true HEPA for particulate and allergens; activated carbon filtration and photocatalytic oxidation for VOCs, chemicals and odors; and ultraviolet (UV) sterilization for microorganisms

Chemicals & VOCs

Chemical and VOC Air Purifier

air filters designed specifically to remove chemicals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

We strongly believe that the best available technology to remove chemicals and VOCs is activated carbon. To learn more about activated carbon, click here.

While almost all of our Austin Air and Airpura air purifiers contain activated carbon filters, certain models are definitely better suited to chemical and VOC removal. The greatest factor in smoke removal effectiveness is the volume of activated carbon present in the filter. Furthermore, certain models contain specially impregnated carbon to assist in the reduction of certain chemical contaminants. Of course, consideration should also be given to your budget, size of room (air processing rate), the removal of other contaminants, and filter life.

Top Ranking Air Filters for Chemicals & VOCs

Our top choices are the Airpura C600 and Airpura V600. Designed specifically to remove harmful chemicals and VOCs, the Airpura C600 and V600 features large activated carbon filters. A HEPA-grade post filter removes airborne particulate. Both have has an excellent air handling rate of 560 cubic feet per minute which results in faster air turnover. The Austin Healthmate HM400+ also preforms very well and is available at a very economical price for those on a tighter budget.

If ammonia or formaldehyde are specific contaminants of concern, the Airpura V600 of Austin Healthmate Plus (with Superblend) models would be the best choices due to their specially impregnated carbon filters. The HM200+ and HM400+ are identical other than air handling rate. Accordingly, the HM200+ is designed for smaller rooms.

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Brand / Model Dust Dust Mites Mold Spores Pollen Pet Dander Tobacco Smoke Chemicals & VOCs General Odors Bacteria/ Viruses Austin HealthMate Plus w/ Superblend from US$349.99 chemicals & VOCs Airpura V600 US$699.98 VOCs / chemicals Airpura C600 US$799.98 airborne chemicals