Purize Xtra Slim SPY compared: What 5.9 mm coconut carbon really delivers
Most activated carbon filters on the market rely on charcoal derived from wood or coal – Purize takes a different approach. The Xtra Slim filters (5.9 mm diameter, 26.9 mm length) use exclusively coconut shell-based activated carbon. Coconut shell carbon has a significantly finer pore structure than conventional charcoal, which has a direct impact on taste: less bitter aftertaste, a more even draw, and the aroma of tobacco or herbs comes through much more clearly. Anyone who has previously used standard activated carbon filters from other brands will notice the difference on the very first draw.
The SPY design is not purely a style choice. The white, understated look mimics a classic cigarette filter – practical for anyone who prefers to be discreet. Despite the slim format, the filters fit easily into slim and regular roll-your-own cigarettes. They are not designed for pipes.
Technical details: dimensions, materials and practical handling
A common frustration with activated carbon filters is the insertion direction. Anyone who has ever put a filter in the wrong way and only realised mid-draw that the carbon is on the wrong side knows how annoying that can be. Purize solves this with double-sided ceramic caps – both ends are identical, so there is no wrong way to insert them. Just put it in and you are done.
- Diameter: 5.9 mm (matches the common 6 mm standard for slim roll-ups)
- Length: 26.9 mm for a good grip length and a stable fit in the paper
- Material: Coconut-based activated carbon with double-sided ceramic caps
- Pack size: 250 pieces in a resealable PET stand-up pouch
- Origin: Made in Germany – produced by PURIZE Filters GmbH & Co. KG in Großräschen
The resealable stand-up pouch is a practical detail that makes a real difference in everyday use. The filters stay dry, dust-free and within easy reach – no loose pieces scattered around a drawer. The PET material reliably protects against moisture, which would prematurely saturate the activated carbon.
Buy activated carbon filters in Switzerland: Purize at CBDeluxe Headshop
Purize is one of the few filter manufacturers that consistently uses sustainable raw materials. Coconut shells are a renewable resource generated during charcoal production – not a primary raw material, but a by-product of the food industry. Anyone who wants to make an environmentally conscious choice when buying activated carbon filters will find a consistent option in the Purize Xtra Slim SPY.
The 250-piece pack is aimed at regular roll-up smokers who do not want to restock every few days. At CBDeluxe Headshop you can order activated carbon filters with fast shipping across Switzerland – delivered straight to your door, without any detour via a physical shop.
Important Note: The consumption of tobacco, nicotine, or inhaling herbal blends is harmful to health and can be addictive. Please use responsibly. Sale and distribution only to persons over 18 years of age.