Granular activated carbon
Provides granular activated carbon for liquid phase adsorption, gas phase adsorption, and gold recovery. Get a timely quote right away and start your project at a cost-effective price!
- Coconut shell, bituminous coal, anthracite as raw materials
- 4x8, 6x12, 8x30, 12x40, 20x50, 30x60, 40x80 and customized sizes
- Certified by NSF, HALAL, KOSHER, etc.
- Rapid shipment, global delivery
Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon
- Product features:High hardness, Microporous structure, large specific surface area, low ash content
- Mesh size:4×8 / 4×12 / 6×12 / 8×16 / 8×30 / 12×40 / 20×50 / 30×60
- Applications:Air Purification, Drinking Water Filter, Gold Extraction, Pharmaceuticals, Medicine, Food & Beverage
Coal based granular activated carbon
- Raw materials:Bituminous coal, anthracite, lignite
- Product features:Relatively low cost, Strong adsorption capacity, High mechanical strength
- Mesh size:4×8 / 4×12 / 6×12 / 8×16 / 8×30 / 12×40 / 20×50 / 30×60
- Applications:Drinking water treatment, Air purification, Decolorization, Food & Beverage, soil improvement
Agglomerated Granular Activated Carbon
- Raw materials:High-quality coal powder, Special binders
- Product features:Excellent mechanical strength (95%), Low ash content (7-10%), Uniform particle size distribution, Superior adsorption performance
- Mesh size:8×30, 12×40， Other
- Applications:Sugar & MSG refining, Wastewater treatment, Industrial processes, Oil purification
Related applications for Granular carbon
Our granular activated carbon is used in a wide range of end products. Here are some of the most popular uses. Not all applications have been listed on this website. For more details on other applications, please contact us.
Our granular activated carbon effectively removes various contaminants from drinking water, ensuring safe and clean water for domestic and commercial use. The high adsorption capacity and optimal pore size distribution make it ideal for comprehensive water treatment.
Key Applications:
- Municipal water treatment plants
- Point-of-use water purifiers
- Bottled water production
- Commercial water filtration systems
Removes:
- Chlorine and chloramines
- Organic compounds
- Taste and odor compounds
- Pesticides and herbicides
- THMs and other disinfection by-products
Granular activated carbon plays a crucial role in industrial wastewater treatment, effectively removing organic pollutants, heavy metals, and toxic compounds. Our advanced GAC products offer high adsorption capacity and excellent regeneration properties for sustainable industrial water treatment.
Key Applications:
- Chemical industry wastewater treatment
- Textile industry effluent processing
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing waste treatment
- Electronics industry wastewater purification
- Mining industry water treatment
- Food and beverage industry wastewater
Removes:
- COD/BOD content
- Industrial dyes and pigments
- Heavy metals (Cr, Pb, Cd, etc.)
- Organic solvents
- Phenols and aromatic compounds
- Oil and grease residues
- Suspended solids
Key Features:
- High mechanical strength for extended service life
- Excellent adsorption capacity for organic compounds
- Fast adsorption kinetics
- Good regeneration performance
- Compatible with various treatment processes
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Our granular activated carbon provides exceptional performance in air purification applications, effectively removing various airborne pollutants, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and odorous substances. The optimized pore structure and high adsorption capacity ensure excellent indoor and industrial air quality.
Key Applications:
- Indoor air purification systems
- Industrial ventilation systems
- Clean room air treatment
- Commercial HVAC systems
- Automotive cabin air filters
- Industrial emission control
Removes:
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
- Formaldehyde and other aldehydes
- Benzene and aromatic compounds
- Cigarette smoke and odors
- Chemical fumes and solvents
- Vehicle exhaust gases
- Cooking odors and smoke
Key Features:
- Low pressure drop
- High hardness and wear resistance
- Superior adsorption of gaseous pollutants
- Long service life
- Low dust generation
- High ignition temperature
Our food-grade activated carbon products are specifically designed for the food and beverage industry, ensuring superior decolorization, purification, and taste improvement. All products comply with food safety standards and regulations, making them ideal for various food and beverage processing applications.
Key Applications:
- Beverage production and refinement
- Sugar syrup decolorization
- Citric acid purification
- Wine and spirits processing
- Edible oil refining
- Food additives purification
Removes:
- Color compounds
- Off-flavors and odors
- Organic impurities
- Process by-products
- Suspended particles
- Unwanted taste elements
- Chlorine and related compounds
Key Features:
- Meets FDA/EU food grade standards
- High decolorization efficiency
- Excellent filtration performance
- Fast adsorption kinetics
- Low ash content
- Consistent quality
- Kosher certified options available
Our specialized activated carbon products are designed for efficient gold recovery from mining solutions and industrial processes. With optimized pore structure and high adsorption capacity, our products ensure maximum gold recovery rates while maintaining excellent mechanical strength and reusability.
Key Applications:
- Carbon-In-Pulp (CIP) process
- Carbon-In-Leach (CIL) process
- Heap leaching operations
Process Advantages:
- High gold loading capacity
- Fast adsorption kinetics
- Excellent elution characteristics
- Low carbon losses
- Good resistance to attrition
- Multiple reactivation cycles
- Superior selectivity for gold
Technical Parameters:
- Elution efficiency: >98%
- Attrition resistance: >99%
- Hardness: >98%
- Moisture content: <8%
- Ash content: <3%
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Our activated carbon products serve as excellent catalyst supports, providing high surface area, optimized pore structure, and superior mechanical properties for various catalytic processes. The carefully controlled physical and chemical properties ensure optimal catalyst dispersion and enhanced catalytic performance.
Key Applications:
- Precious metal catalysts support
- Hydrogenation reactions
- Oxidation processes
- Chemical synthesis
- Petrochemical processes
Key Features:
- High specific surface area (800-2000 m²/g)
- Controlled pore size distribution
- Excellent mechanical strength
- Low ash content (<3%)
- High purity level
- Chemical stability
- Uniform particle size distribution
Our activated carbon solutions are specifically designed for oil and gas processing applications, providing efficient removal of impurities, hydrocarbon recovery, and gas sweetening. The products feature optimized pore structure and surface chemistry for maximum performance in challenging oil and gas environments.
Key Applications:
- Natural gas sweetening
- Hydrocarbon recovery
- Oil vapor recovery
- Amine system protection
- Process gas purification
- Tank vent emission control
Removes:
- Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S)
- Mercaptans
- BTEX compounds
- Heavy hydrocarbons
- Oil mist and aerosols
- Amine degradation products
- VOCs and odors
Key Features:
- High H₂S capacity
- Excellent hydrocarbon adsorption
- Superior mechanical strength
- High ignition temperature
- Low pressure drop
- Long service life
- Chemical resistance
Technical Parameters:
- CTC activity: >60%
- Butane activity: >23%
- H₂S breakthrough capacity: >15% w/w
- Hardness: >95%
- Moisture content: <2%
- Ash content: <10%
- Bulk density: 0.48-0.52 g/ml
Our soil amendment activated carbon is specifically engineered to enhance soil quality and promote plant growth. Through its unique pore structure and surface properties, it effectively improves soil physical structure, regulates nutrient availability, and creates an optimal environment for root development and microbial activity.
The product works through multiple mechanisms to transform poor soil conditions into fertile growing medium. It creates a more balanced soil ecosystem by improving water retention, nutrient efficiency, and biological activity while helping neutralize harmful substances.
Key Functions:
- Optimizes soil structure and water retention
- Adsorbs harmful substances and pollutants
- Enhances nutrient availability and uptake
- Supports beneficial microbial growth
- Regulates soil pH balance
Technical Parameters:
- Surface area: >500 m²/g
- pH value: 6.5-7.5
- Particle size: 80-200 mesh
- Moisture: <8%
Our activated carbon products for protective equipment provide reliable protection against various harmful substances. With advanced pore structure and surface modification technology, they offer excellent adsorption of toxic gases, vapors, and other hazardous materials.
These products are widely used in respiratory protection equipment, military protective gear, and industrial safety devices. Their superior adsorption capacity and carefully controlled specifications ensure consistent performance in critical protective applications.
Applications:
- Gas masks and respirators
- Military protective equipment
- Industrial safety devices
- Emergency escape devices
Technical Parameters:
- CTC: >60%
- Hardness: >95%
- Particle size: 12×20 mesh
- Moisture: <5%
Product Certifications
Our activated carbon products have obtained multiple international certifications, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety for various applications.
ISO 9001
NSF 61
HALAL
KOSHER
SGS
We place the utmost importance on product quality and regularly engage third-party inspection services (SGS) to ensure our products meet the highest international standards.
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Your High Quality Granular Activated Carbon Supplier
We specialize in manufacturing high-performance granular activated carbon with controlled particle size and optimized pore structure. Whether for water treatment, air purification or industrial applications, our products and technical expertise ensure your specific requirements are met.
- High quality products manufactured with advanced steam activation technology
- Custom particle size and specifications for your specific applications
- Professional technical support throughout the entire process
- Stable supply capacity and efficient global logistics service
Why Choose Qizhong as Your Carbon Partner
Comprehensive Range
Professional manufacturer of both coal-based and coconut shell activated carbon with complete specifications
Quality Assurance
Strict quality control system ensuring stable performance and international standard compliance
Expert Support
Professional technical team providing application guidance and customized solutions
Rapid Response
24-hour response time for inquiries, samples, and quotations
Global Certification
Multiple international certifications including ISO, NSF, and HALAL
Production Scale
35000-ton annual capacity ensuring stable supply chain
Value Optimized
Competitive pricing through optimized production processes
Global Reach
Serving 80+ countries with comprehensive international logistics solutions
Granulated carbon FAQs
Granular activated carbon (GAC) is a porous adsorption material made from natural materials such as coconut shells, coal, or wood through carbonization and activation processes. The manufacturing process includes two main steps: carbonization and activation. Carbonization involves heating the raw materials in an oxygen-deprived environment to decompose them into carbonaceous materials. Then, through physical or chemical methods, activation increases the porous structure and surface area of the carbonaceous material.
Granulated carbon features highly developed micro, meso, and macroporous structures, providing numerous adsorption sites. The surface area of activated carbon granules typically ranges from 500 to 1500 square meters per gram. It is widely used in water treatment, air purification, the food industry, and precious metal recovery due to its efficient adsorption performance and versatility.
Granular activated carbon (GAC) and powdered activated carbon (PAC) differ significantly in form, use, and performance.
Granulated carbon usually comes in 1-5 mm granules, with a regular shape, making it easy to handle and use. It is suitable for fixed-bed adsorption systems, such as filters in water treatment and air purifiers. In contrast, powdered activated carbon has particles smaller than 0.1 mm, disperses and mixes easily but can cause dust issues, and is mainly used for liquid-phase adsorption, often directly added to water or chemical solutions.
The adsorption rate of GAC carbon is relatively slow, but it provides stable long-term performance, suitable for handling large pollution loads. PAC, on the other hand, has a fast adsorption rate, ideal for emergency treatment or short-term high-efficiency adsorption but requires frequent replacement.
Additionally, granulated carbon results in lower pressure loss in systems, making it suitable for continuous flow treatment systems, whereas powdered carbon might cause higher pressure losses. For regeneration, GAC can be reused multiple times through thermal or chemical regeneration methods, while PAC is typically discarded after a single use.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of man-made chemicals, including PFOA, PFOS, and GenX chemicals. PFAS are commonly found in industrial wastewater and consumer products, posing potential environmental and health hazards.
GAC carbon can effectively capture and remove these compounds through physical and chemical adsorption mechanisms. However, the removal efficiency of PFAS is influenced by factors such as the type of activated carbon granules, pore structure, surface area, and usage conditions.
In this application, commonly used activated carbon includes 8-30 mesh and 12-40 mesh high iodine value coal-based granulated carbon.
The working principle of GAC carbon is mainly based on its highly developed pore structure and surface area, which remove contaminants through physical and chemical adsorption. Physical adsorption involves the attachment of contaminant molecules to the surface and pores of the activated carbon through van der Waals forces or electrostatic interactions. Chemical adsorption involves chemical reactions between contaminants and functional groups on the surface of the activated carbon, forming stronger chemical bonds.
The porous structure of activated carbon granules provides numerous adsorption sites, enabling it to effectively capture and immobilize various organic compounds, gases, and metal ions. When water or air passes through the GAC layer, contaminants are adsorbed onto the surface of the activated carbon, thus achieving purification.
Granular activated carbon used for water treatment mainly includes several types, such as coconut shell-based activated carbon and coal-based activated carbon.
Coconut shell-based activated carbon has high hardness and excellent adsorption performance, making it particularly suitable for removing organic contaminants and odors from water. It is widely used in drinking water treatment, household filter cartridges, and commercial water filtration equipment.
Coal-based activated carbon, due to its higher mechanical strength and larger pore structure, is widely used in wastewater treatment and industrial water treatment.
In practical applications, the appropriate type of GAC carbon can be selected according to the characteristics of the water and treatment requirements to achieve the best treatment effect.
The price per ton of GAC carbon varies depending on raw materials, production processes, quality, and market demand. Generally, coconut shell-based activated carbon, due to its excellent performance and environmental characteristics, is relatively expensive, with prices ranging from $1500 to $3000 per ton. Coal-based activated carbon and wood-based activated carbon are relatively cheaper, with prices ranging from $800 to $2000 per ton. The specific price also needs to be considered based on purchase volume, transportation costs, and suppliers. You can contact us for the latest product quotations.
Yes, we are happy to provide samples to customers for actual testing and evaluation. Samples can help customers understand the performance and applicability of GAC carbon, ensuring that it meets specific application needs. Please contact our sales team to arrange sample delivery and provide relevant technical support and consultation.
Our GAC products comply with multiple international and national standards to ensure their quality and safety. Common certifications include ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification, NSF/ANSI 61 Drinking Water System Components Certification, and food-grade activated carbon-related HALAL and KOSHER certifications. We can provide corresponding test reports and certification certificates to ensure that the products meet customer requirements and application standards.
