Activated Carbon

Overview

Product Name	Activated Carbon
Chemical Category	Adsorbent / Porous Carbon Material
Molecular Formula	Primarily C (elemental carbon)
Molecular Weight	Not fixed (amorphous carbon structure)
CAS Number	7440-44-0
Appearance	Black powder, granular, or pellet form with a porous structure

Description

Activated Carbon is a highly porous form of carbon processed to have a large internal surface area. It is widely used as an adsorbent due to its exceptional ability to capture and remove contaminants from liquids and gases. Available in powdered (PAC), granular (GAC), or pellet forms, Activated Carbon is manufactured from natural carbonaceous materials such as coal, wood, coconut shell, or peat through physical or chemical activation. It is used extensively in water treatment, air purification, chemical processing, food & beverage production, and pharmaceutical applications.

Specifications

Grade Type	Description	Typical Iodine Value (mg/g)
Water Treatment Grade	Suitable for removal of chlorine, taste, odor, and organic compounds	800–1000
Air Purification Grade	Ideal for VOCs, solvent recovery, and gas-phase adsorption	900–1100
Food & Beverage Grade	High-purity, low-ash, steam-activated carbon for decolorization	1000–1100
Pharmaceutical Grade	Ultra-pure grade for medical or pharmaceutical use	≥1100
Customized Grade	Tailored porosity, particle size, or ash content based on client needs	As requested

Applications

• Water & Wastewater Treatment: Removes organic pollutants, chlorine, and micropollutants.
• Air & Gas Purification: Captures odors, VOCs, and harmful gases.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used for sugar decolorization, alcohol purification, and edible oil refining.
• Pharmaceuticals & Medicine: Used in toxin adsorption and as an active ingredient in poisoning treatments.
• Gold Recovery & Mining: Serves as an effective medium for cyanide-based gold extraction.

Advantages

• High adsorption capacity due to large surface area
• Available in multiple forms for different applications
• Derived from renewable raw materials (e.g., coconut shell)
• Effective for both liquid and gas-phase filtration
• Regenerable and cost-effective in long-term use

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep away from open flames, strong oxidizers, and direct sunlight. Seal the container tightly to avoid moisture absorption, as it can reduce adsorption efficiency.

Packaging

• Powder/Granular: 25kg kraft paper bag or PE-lined woven bag
• Pellet Form: 500kg–1000kg jumbo bag
• Custom packaging available upon request