Use Samsung HAF-QIN / DA97-17376B or a compatible cartridge specifically documented for that filter family and refrigerator model.
Correct filter mapping
Samsung’s HAF-QIN page lists RF28R7351SG among compatible references and identifies DA97-17376B as the replacement cartridge code.
OEM performance baseline
Samsung publishes 300-gallon capacity and NSF 42/53 certification for the HAF-QIN cartridge.
Compatible replacements
Aftermarket alternatives should be compared against those exact OEM claims, not just physical fit.
Replacement purchase path
Exact model + filter-code pages can route directly into GlacierFresh, Discount Filter Store or National Filter Warehouse when compatible stock is available.
How to verify fit before buying Samsung RF28R7351SG Water Filter: HAF-QIN / DA97-17376B Guide
Treat compatibility as a model-number decision, not a shape-matching exercise. Start with the appliance or system model label, then confirm the exact cartridge or replacement code listed by the manufacturer. Similar-looking filters can use different tabs, seals, RFID features or bypass interfaces, so a cartridge that appears to fit can still leak, restrict flow or fail to lock correctly.
For aftermarket replacements, separate physical compatibility from filtration performance. A seller can correctly state that a cartridge fits a refrigerator while the contaminant-reduction scope differs from the original filter. If lead, cysts, PFAS or another health-related claim matters, verify the exact replacement model in the current certification or performance documentation rather than assuming an OEM-equivalent claim set.
Compare recurring cost, availability and replacement risk
Replacement products should be evaluated over several service cycles. Multiply the current cartridge price by the realistic replacement frequency, add shipping, and check whether the same model is consistently stocked. A low first-purchase price is less useful if the cartridge becomes difficult to source or if replacement intervals are short.
Watch for vague phrases such as “uses certified media” or “tested to a standard.” Finished-product certification is stronger evidence than a statement about one component. For marketplace listings, clear manufacturer identity, exact model numbers, return policies and traceable certification reduce the risk of counterfeit-style or poorly fitting replacements.