Question 1

will it filter estrogen

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No it doesn't. Neither NSA/ANSI 42 or 53 standard removes estrogen (this filter is certified for both), you would need a filter that is NSF/ANSI 401 certified; as far as I can find there is no filter for the Samsung (or any other refrigerator) with that certification, you would need a separate filtration solution for your entire water supply. The NSF/ANSI description/standards can be found here: http://www.nsf.org/services/by-industry/water-wastewater/residential-water-treatment/residential-drinking-water-treatment-standards/

Question 2

Is this a legitimate filter or is it a knock off ? What steps have you taken to ensure the authenticity of this filter ? thanks for your help

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I am not sure where Amazon is getting these things from but they are complete junk! I had purchased 2. The first one cracked all along the side leaking water after only 2 months. I thought I must have got a lemon so I put the other one in. 2 week is all it lasted before the entire filter snapped off from the head flooding our kitchen! I am so mad right now with Amazon. I will NEVER purchase another water filter off Amazon. Please spend the extra money and just get it direct from you refrigerator manufacturer so you know for sure it’s authentic and the quality is up to spec. Amazon should be ashamed of themselves selling this junk.

Question 3

Has anyone else gotten a bunch of grey water right after replacing? Is this normal? It clears up after a gallon or so but haven't had this on previous

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As per the manual, you need to run a bunch of water through the filter to clear charcoal sentiment.  The exact procedure I follow is:1. Turn off ice maker (to prevent water from running into it)2. Change water filter.  It is not necessary to turn water off first, but be careful as there will be water in the filter you remove.3. With a pitcher collect water from the door until the water is clear and appears drinkable (maybe 2-3 gallons typically).4. Turn ice maker back on.5. Reset water filter light.

Question 4

my current filter says haf-sin/xme and da29-00020a/b. is this a compatible replacement?

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Yes! My filter says the same thing. I went to lowe's and asked about it, they said its the same exact filter they just changed the last letter just to update it. But, yes, it is compatible.

ASIN	B004UB1NRY
Best Sellers Rank	#140 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #12 in In-Refrigerator Water Filters
Brand	Samsung
Brand Name	Samsung
Compatible Refrigerator Models	Samsung RF23J9011SR, Samsung RF260BEAESR, Samsung RF260BEAEWW, Samsung RF261BEAESR, Samsung RF263BEAESR, Samsung RF323TEDBSR, Samsung RF4267HABP, Samsung RF4267HARS, Samsung RF4267HAWP, Samsung RF4287HABP, Samsung RF4287HARS, Samsung RF4287HAWP
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 47,558 Reviews
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	6 months
External Testing Certification	NSF 42 - Reduces aesthetic impurities, NSF 53 - Reduces contaminants with health effects, NSF 401 - Reduces 1 or more of 15 emerging contaminants External Testing Certification NSF 42 - Reduces aesthetic impurities, NSF 53 - Reduces contaminants with health effects, NSF 401 - Reduces 1 or more of 15 emerging contaminants See more
Included Components	Water Filter
Item Dimensions D x W x H	8.86"D x 2.13"W x 2.13"H
Item Part Number	DA29-00020B
Item Type Name	Refrigerator Water Filter
Item Weight	0.27 g
Manufacturer	Samsung
Manufacturer Part Number	DA29-00020B
Manufacturer Warranty Description	N/a.
Material	Plastic
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	DA29-00020B
Number of Items	2
Number of Packs	2
Product Benefits	Reduces Contaminants For Clean, Clear Drinking Water, Protects Refrigerator Components From Potential Sediment, Eliminates Over 99% Of Numerous Potentially Harmful Contaminants, And Delivers Clean, Clear Water That Looks And Tastes Great. Product Benefits Reduces Contaminants For Clean, Clear Drinking Water, Protects Refrigerator Components From Potential Sediment, Eliminates Over 99% Of Numerous Potentially Harmful Contaminants, And Delivers Clean, Clear Water That Looks And Tastes Great. See more
Product Dimensions	8.86"D x 2.13"W x 2.13"H
Set Name	2 Pack
UPC	887276101187
Unit Count	2 Count

Samsung HAF-CIN-2P/EXP Genuine Refrigerator Water Filter, Reduces 99% of Harmful Contaminants for Clean, Clear Drinking Water, 6-Month Life, Easy Install, Pack of 2

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