What is activated carbon?

It is a material of vegetable origin, specifically coconut shell, granular or powder, of high hardness and high porosity, so it is a universal adsorbent, obtained by physical activation.

Physical Properties
  • Type of carbon: 100% Coconut shell.
  • Hardness (%): 96.0 min.
  • Bulk Density: 0.40 g/cc.
  • Humidity when packing: 10 % max.
  • Ash: 10 % max.
  • Nro. iodine: 700 mg/g min.
Applications
  • Water purifier; drinking, waste water, industrial.
  • Air purification in cartridge vents.
  • Desiccant agent.
  • For cigarette filters.
  • Deodorization of; gases, alcoholic beverages, water.
  • Discoloration of; vegetable oils, corn glucose and other liquids intended for food.
  • Sugar refining.
  • Water purification.
  • Chemical processes
  • For the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Others
Precautions

Activated Carbon is not a dangerous product; however, when it is sprayed, respiratory protection and safety glasses should be used.

Particle sizes
  • 4 x 8,
  • 8 x 30,
  • 20 x 70,
  • 30 x 60,
  • 60 x 200.
Packaging

The product can be packed in bags of 20-25-50-500 kg net content.

Handling and storage conditions

Contact of the product with strong oxidants, such as ozone, liquid oxygen, and potassium permanganate, should be avoided. Store in a dry, solvent-free place.

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