is bleach episode 299 filler?

Rukia Kuchiki delivers a supply of merchandise to the Urahara Shop. Kisuke Urahara tells her that there have been numerous attacks on Shinigami the past few days and asks if she feels safe going out without a Gigai.

Rukia reminds him he was the one who asked for her help. Urahara thanks her for helping him and says because of the latest incidents he couldn't use his normal routes anymore, which created a problem.

Jinta Hanakari and Ururu Tsumugiya walk out and push the heavily loaded cart inside. Urahara offers her a good deal on his merchandise, but Rukia refuses.