Kenmore 9990 Refrigerator Water Filter Replacement – NSF Certified 46-9990 Compatible

Product Overview

Enjoy consistently clean, great-tasting water with the Kenmore 9990 Replacement Refrigerator Water Filter. Built to reduce common water contaminants, this filter improves drinking water and ice quality while maintaining steady flow and easy maintenance. It’s designed for select Kenmore side-by-side, bottom-freezer, and top-freezer refrigerators that use a grille or upper-slot filtration system.

Using granular activated carbon block filtration, the Kenmore 9990 reduces chlorine taste and odor, lead, mercury, cysts, asbestos, and sediment. Ice cubes come out clear and fresh, and drinks lose the harsh tap-water aftertaste many households experience.

Installation is quick and tool-free. Simply slide or twist the filter into place until it locks securely. Backed by NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 certifications and manufactured in the USA, this filter delivers trusted performance for up to 6 months or 200 gallons before replacement is needed.

Key Features & Benefits

• Compatible replacement for Kenmore 9990 / 46-9990

• Granular activated carbon block filtration

• Reduces chlorine, lead, mercury, cysts, asbestos, and sediment

• Produces clear, odor-free ice cubes

• NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified filtration performance

• Tool-free slide-in or twist-lock installation

• Made in the USA for consistent quality

• Lifespan: 200 gallons or up to 6 months

Filtration Performance

The Kenmore 9990 refrigerator water filter captures up to 99% of chlorine, lead, and cysts, helping deliver smooth-tasting water without reducing flow. Its balanced carbon structure ensures reliable filtration while protecting internal refrigerator components from sediment buildup.

Fast & Simple Installation

Replacing the Kenmore 9990 / 46-9990 water filter takes under a minute:

1. Locate the grille or upper filter slot.

2. Remove the old filter cartridge.

3. Take off protective caps from the new filter.

4. Slide or twist the filter in until it locks firmly.

5. Flush 1–2 gallons of water to clear carbon residue.

6. Reset the filter indicator light if your refrigerator includes one.

No tools, no leaks, no mess.

Product Specifications

Compatibility

The Kenmore 9990 replacement water filter fits select Kenmore refrigerators, including:

Compatible Kenmore Models

• 27931

• 51072, 51073, 51074, 51076, 51079

• 51082, 51083, 51086, 51089

• 51092, 51093, 51099

• 51372, 51373, 51374, 51376, 51379

• 75192, 75193, 75194, 75196, 75199

Cross-Compatible Part Numbers

• 46-9990

• 9990

Check your refrigerator manual or the cartridge housing area to confirm compatibility. Models manufactured before 2010 may require verification.

Why Choose a Genuine Kenmore Replacement?

Using an authentic Kenmore 9990 water filter ensures proper fit, certified filtration, and reliable sealing. Generic alternatives may reduce flow, cause leaks, or fail certification standards—risking water quality and appliance performance.