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Activated Carbon

Highly porous carbon adsorbent supplied in a range of powdered, granular and extruded grades for purification, filtration and adsorption applications in liquids, gases and environmental systems.
CAS NUMBER: 7440-44-0
Names Activated Carbon | Active Carbon | Carbon Adsorbent
Chemical formula C

Product Overview

Activated carbon is a highly porous form of carbon engineered to develop an extensive internal surface area, making it one of the most effective adsorbents for removing organic compounds, contaminants and impurities from liquids, gases and environmental streams. Its complex pore structure enables adsorption, where molecules adhere to the carbon surface, supporting efficient purification, filtration and separation across a wide range of industrial and environmental applications.

RBH supplies a comprehensive portfolio of activated carbon grades designed for purification, decolourisation and odour control. Available in powdered, granular and extruded forms, grades can be selected to suit specific flow rates, contact times and adsorption targets. Activated carbon is widely used in water and wastewater treatment, air and gas purification, chemical processing, food and beverage production and other industrial systems requiring reliable contaminant removal and process stability.

Activated carbons supplied by RBH are manufactured from raw materials such as coal, lignite, coconut shell and wood, using physical and chemical activation processes to develop targeted pore structures and performance characteristics. Selection of an appropriate grade is driven by application requirements including particle size, pore distribution, mechanical strength and adsorption specificity.

Key activated carbon families supplied by RBH include SUPERSORBONยฎ, OXORBONยฎ and DESOREXยฎ for air and gas treatment, HYDRAFFINยฎ for water and wastewater purification, and CARBOPALยฎ and EPIBONยฎ for liquid phase applications in chemical, pharmaceutical and food and beverage processing.

Technical Profile of Activated Carbon

High surface area carbon adsorbents engineered for adsorption, purification and filtration in gas, liquid and environmental applications.
Molar Weight
12.01 g/mol
Melting Point
>3500 ยฐC
Boiling Point
Not applicable
Flash Point
Non combustible
Form
Powdered, granular or pelletised carbon

Key Industries of Activated Carbon

Industries served by this product.

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Adhesives, Sealants & Construction

RBH supplies specialist raw materials for adhesives, sealants, and construction applications, supporting structural, functional, and laminating systems. Our market-driven approach combines high performance materials with technical expertise to address complex formulation challenges and evolving industry requirements.
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Coatings

RBH supplies specialist raw materials for decorative, industrial, powder, and ink coating systems, supporting consistent formulation and dependable performance. Our portfolio includes functional minerals, additives, and base materials designed to meet the technical demands of modern coating manufacture across a wide range of applications.
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Environmental

RBH supplies functional materials and specialist chemicals for environmental applications including air and gas treatment, water purification, wastewater treatment, odour control, and filtration systems. Our solutions support performance, compliance, and process efficiency in environmental processes.
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Lubricants & Oils

RBH supplies a portfolio of functional additives and performance materials for lubricants and oils, helping formulators enhance product stability, friction control, and thermal performance across industrial and automotive applications. Our specialist materials support reliable, high-performance lubricant formulations that meet evolving regulatory and market requirements.
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Refractories

RBH supplies high quality minerals and specialist raw materials for refractory formulations, supporting thermal stability, durability, and process reliability in high temperature applications across a wide range of industrial applications.
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Plastics & Thermoplastics

RBH supplies specialist additives and mineral fillers for thermoplastic applications, supporting performance, protection, and process efficiency across a wide range of plastic formulations.
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Rubber

RBH supplies specialist raw materials and additives for rubber formulations, supporting performance, processing efficiency, and durability across a wide range of elastomer applications.
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Packaging & Availability

Available in multiple packaging formats to suit your processing needs, supplied under ISO 9001 quality management systems. Contact RBH for regional stock or customised packing options.

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Highly porous carbon adsorbent supplied in a range of powdered, granular and extruded grades for purification, filtration and adsorption applications in liquids, gases and environmental systems.

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