Activated Carbon (Powder) - India
Activated carbon, also called activated charcoal or coal, embodies carbon with minute, low-volume pores that substantially increase the available surface area for adsorption or chemical reactions. This amplified surface area renders activated carbon adept at adsorption—an occurrence where particles such as atoms, ions, or gas, liquid, and solid molecules adhere to a surface. These particles are retained within the internal pore structure of carbon due to electrostatic attraction or chemisorption. This adsorptive capacity positions activated carbon as pivotal across various industries, aiding in the reduction of hazardous substances in chemical processes, catalyzing chemical reactions, and serving as a carrier for biomass and chemicals.
Specifications
| Country | India |
|---|---|
| IUPAC Name | Activated Carbon |
| CAS Number | 7440-44-0 |
| HS Code | 3802.10.00 |
| Formula | C |
| Appearance | Black Powder |
| Common Names | Activated coal, activated charcoal |
| Packaging | 25 Kg Bag |
Applications
Water Treatment Industry
Currently, activated carbon is widely used in water treatment, including the restoration
of groundwater and the treatment of service water. It's commonly used in either powder
or granular forms, chosen according to specific application needs and process intricacies.