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Melitta Bentz

German entrepreneur and inventor of the coffee filter (1873–1950)

  • Fame52.1
  • Momentum0.0
  • Wikipedia4K
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Lived 1873–1950, aged 77Germany
GermanyGermanyFoundersFounder
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    27 languages
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  • Era
    1873–1950
    Aged 77
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Updated 2026-06-18

Amalie Auguste Melitta Bentz was a German inventor and entrepreneur known for revolutionizing the process of coffee brewing with her invention of the coffee filter. Her company, Melitta, has long been a significant leader in the coffee industry. Her contributions enhanced coffee preparation methods and influenced coffee culture around the world.

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