Molekule’s patented PECO technology

Molekule’s proprietary technology, Photo Electrochemical Oxidation (PECO), works at the molecular level to destroy pollutants. Take a deep breath and see what makes Molekule air purifiers the first of their kind.

Science at the nanoscale

Developed over two decades by research scientists, PECO is an innovative technology that utilizes free radicals—the same radicals used to destroy cancer cells—to break down pollutants at a molecular level, including VOCs, bacteria, mold, viruses, and allergens. By using nanotechnology, PECO is able to destroy pollutants 1000 times smaller than the standard filters must meet to qualify as HEPA.

Free Radical (OH^•)
Oxygen (O₂)
Virus (C,O,H,N)

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
Water (H₂O)
Trace Elements (N₂, etc)

The path to clean air

1

360° air intake

Molekule Air takes in the surrounding air from every angle.
2

Pre-Filter

Air gets circulated through the Pre-Filter, trapping large allergens like dust and dander, while slowing down VOCs on their way to the PECO-FiIter where they are destroyed.
3

PECO-Filter

Purification at its best. A chemical reaction occurs when a nanocatalyst-coated filter is activated by light, breaking down harmful pollutants to their most basic molecular components.
4

Clean air

Molekule Air releases harmless molecules that are meant to be in the air, reducing the presence of harmful pollutants.

Under the microscope

PECO destroys pollutants at a microscopic scale, including VOCs and viruses 1000x smaller than what the HEPA filter standard tests for. With no ozone byproduct, Molekule air purifiers safely destroy a vast range of indoor air pollutants. As a science company, Molekule conducts extensive testing of its technology through its own labs as well as certified third-party laboratories.

Capture

Black mold captured on the surface of the Molekule PECO-Filter before being broken down.

Oxidation

Black mold in the process of being oxidized (broken down).

Destruction

Black mold is oxidized and destroyed.

RNA virus

RNA virus MS2: Over 99.999% removed in 2 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini can help to remove airborne viruses like bacteriophage MS2, which travel in tiny aggregated droplets that can linger for hours before they settle on surfaces.
Testing location and standard
Tested at Aerosol Research and Engineering Laboratories in a 16 m³ chamber on MS2 Bacteriophage aerosolized droplets.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on the highest setting. Just note that no air purifier can prevent you from getting a virus.
DNA virus

DNA virus PhiX174: 98.7% removed in 2 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini can help remove viruses which otherwise could linger for hours in the air, then PECO technology destroys them. The PECO filter was also cut, sampled, and incubated to measure viable virus count. Zero viable virus was detected.
Testing location and standard
Tested at Intertek-Columbus in a 30 m³ chamber on ΦX174 Bacteriophage aerosolized droplets.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on the highest setting. Just note that no air purifier can prevent you from getting a virus.
Pollutant mixture

Air Mini reduced all pollutants tested*

Indoor air is a complex mixture of chemical compounds that varies from building to building. Even when challenged with a blend of organic pollutants, Molekule Air Mini is working to purify and make naturally clean air.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Furniture off-gassing

Formaldehyde: 59% removed in 8 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini destroys toxic volatile organic compounds like formaldehyde, which is a stable substance that is difficult to remove from indoor air. It can enter your home as part of industrially manufactured products like furniture, flooring, or clothes and is a significant portion of cigarette smoke.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Citrus-scented cleaner

D-Limonene: 99% removed in 3 hrs*

Unpleasant natural and artificial smells in the air like limonene are destroyed by Molekule Air Mini. Lemon-scented cleaning products commonly contain limonene, which can cause allergies.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Paint fumes

Toluene: 98% removed in 3 hrs*

Solvents in paint such as toluene can linger in your home for extended amounts of time, but Molekule Air Mini can destroy them so they aren’t inhaled.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Smoke (0.3-1 microns)

Smoke: 84% removed in 22 min*

Molekule Air Mini’s filters can strip particles of this size range out of the air quickly, which include the invisible components of smoke. They can be easily inhaled into the lungs and transferred to the blood, where they can be distributed throughout the body and damage internal organs.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Dust (1-3 microns)

Dust: 82% removed in 20 min*

Floating dust can harbor dust mite shells and other dirt which are the most common cause of allergic reactions. Where Molekule Air Mini is running, there are fewer dust particles.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Pollen (3-10 microns)

Pollen: 79% removed in 10 min*

Pollen, pet dander, and other particles lie in this size range and can be sources of allergies and other respiratory problems. Molekule Air Mini can capture them from the air.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Destroyed

Captured

RNA virus MS2: Over 99.999% removed in 2 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini can help to remove airborne viruses like bacteriophage MS2, which travel in tiny aggregated droplets that can linger for hours before they settle on surfaces.

Testing location and standard

Tested at Aerosol Research and Engineering Laboratories in a 16 m³ chamber on MS2 Bacteriophage aerosolized droplets.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on the highest setting. Just note that no air purifier can prevent you from getting a virus.

DNA virus PhiX174: 98.7% removed in 2 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini can help remove viruses which otherwise could linger for hours in the air, then PECO technology destroys them. The PECO filter was also cut, sampled, and incubated to measure viable virus count. Zero viable virus was detected.

Testing location and standard

Tested at Intertek-Columbus in a 30 m³ chamber on ΦX174 Bacteriophage aerosolized droplets.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on the highest setting. Just note that no air purifier can prevent you from getting a virus.

Air Mini reduced all pollutants tested*

Indoor air is a complex mixture of chemical compounds that varies from building to building. Even when challenged with a blend of organic pollutants, Molekule Air Mini is working to purify and make naturally clean air.

Test location & standard

Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Formaldehyde: 59% removed in 8 hrs*

Molekule Air Mini destroys toxic volatile organic compounds like formaldehyde, which is a stable substance that is difficult to remove from indoor air. It can enter your home as part of industrially manufactured products like furniture, flooring, or clothes and is a significant portion of cigarette smoke.

Test location & standard

Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

D-Limonene: 99% removed in 3 hrs*

Unpleasant natural and artificial smells in the air like limonene are destroyed by Molekule Air Mini. Lemon-scented cleaning products commonly contain limonene, which can cause allergies.

Test location & standard

Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Toluene: 98% removed in 3 hrs*

Solvents in paint such as toluene can linger in your home for extended amounts of time, but Molekule Air Mini can destroy them so they aren’t inhaled.

Test location & standard

Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Smoke: 84% removed in 22 min*

Molekule Air Mini’s filters can strip particles of this size range out of the air quickly, which include the invisible components of smoke. They can be easily inhaled into the lungs and transferred to the blood, where they can be distributed throughout the body and damage internal organs.

Test location & standard

Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Dust: 82% removed in 20 min*

Floating dust can harbor dust mite shells and other dirt which are the most common cause of allergic reactions. Where Molekule Air Mini is running, there are fewer dust particles.

Test location & standard

Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Pollen: 79% removed in 10 min*

Pollen, pet dander, and other particles lie in this size range and can be sources of allergies and other respiratory problems. Molekule Air Mini can capture them from the air.

Test location & standard

Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.

*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.

Pollutant mixture

Air reduced all pollutants tested*

Indoor air is a complex mixture of chemical compounds that varies from building to building. Even when challenged with a blend of organic pollutants, Molekule Air is working to purify the air.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Furniture off-gassing

Formaldehyde: 90% removed in 8 hrs*

Molekule Air destroys toxic volatile organic compounds like formaldehyde, which is a stable substance that is difficult to remove from indoor air. It can enter your home as part of industrially manufactured products like furniture, flooring, or clothes, and is a significant portion of cigarette smoke.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Citrus-scented cleaner

D-Limonene: over 99% removed in 3 hrs*

Unpleasant natural and artificial smells in the air can be caused by chemicals such as limonene. Lemon-scented cleaning products commonly contain limonene. Molekule Air can destroy VOCs like D-limonene.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Paint fumes

Toluene: 98% removed in 3 hrs*

Solvents in paint such as toluene can linger in your home for extended amounts of time, but Molekule Air can destroy these VOCs.
Test location & standard
Tested per GB/T 18801-2015 Protocol in a 30 m³ chamber at Intertek-Grand Rapids.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Smoke (0.3-1 microns)

Smoke: 85% removed in 22 min*

Molekule Air’s filters help remove particles of this size range from the air quickly, which includes the invisible components of smoke. These types of particles can be inhaled into the lungs and potentially damage internal organs.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Dust (1-3 microns)

Dust: 84% removed in 20 min*

Floating dust can harbor dust mite fragments and other dirt, which are a common cause of allergic reactions. Where Molekule Air is running, there are fewer dust particles.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.
Pollen (3-10 microns)

Pollen: 79% removed in 10 min*

Pollen, pet dander, and other particles fall within this size range and can be allergens. Molekule Air helps capture them, removing them from the air.
Test location & standard
Tested per AHAM AC-1 Protocol in a 27 m³ chamber at Intertek-Cortland.
*Pollutants were not re-released into the chamber after initial introduction. Device operated on highest setting.