Factory Direct · Jebel Ali · Khalifa Port · Hamriyah
Activated Carbon Supplier UAE
Coal-based & coconut shell granular carbon, pellet carbon, and PAC — shipped CIF to Jebel Ali in 18–22 days. Five product lines, one factory quote.
⚡ Quick Answer
Hojee is a Chinese activated carbon manufacturer shipping coal-based granular carbon (iodine 500–1,000 mg/g), coconut shell GAC (iodine 1,000–1,200 mg/g), coal & coconut pellet carbon (CTC 30–100%), and powdered activated carbon to the United Arab Emirates. Containers arrive CIF Jebel Ali or Khalifa Port in 18–22 days. MOQ 1 ton; full-container pricing from 20 tons.
- Products
- GAC · Pellet · PAC
- Port
- Jebel Ali / Khalifa
- Transit
- 18–22 days
- MOQ
- 1 ton
Why UAE Importers Choose Hojee
The UAE runs desalination at scale, hosts one of the world's busiest petrochemical corridors, and processes food for the entire Gulf region. Each sector demands a different carbon grade — and we manufacture all of them.
18–22 Day Sailing to Jebel Ali
Factories in Henan and Ningxia connect to Tianjin, Qingdao and Shanghai. Containers reach Jebel Ali in under three weeks.
Full UAE Customs Documentation
COA, MSDS, packing list, commercial invoice, B/L. SGS or Bureau Veritas third-party inspection available on request.
30,000+ Tons Annual Capacity
Three production bases — coal, coconut shell and wood-based carbon. No single-source risk for repeat Gulf orders.
In-House Lab + Third-Party QC
Iodine number, CTC, ash, hardness and moisture checked before every shipment. No surprises at Jebel Ali customs.
Factory-Direct Pricing
No trading-company margin. You quote against the factory. Price transparency from day one.
Flexible Terms & Payment
FOB, CIF and DDP to UAE. T/T, L/C, Alibaba Trade Assurance. 1-ton trial orders welcome.
Product 1 of 5
Coal-Based Granular Activated Carbon
Cost-effective workhorse for municipal water, industrial wastewater, and desalination pre-treatment across the Gulf.
UAE Applications
- ✓ Municipal & industrial water treatment
- ✓ Desalination pre-treatment & dechlorination
- ✓ Wastewater COD / BOD reduction
- ✓ Sugar & edible-oil decolourisation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | Granular (crushed & screened) |
| Mesh Range | 8×16 / 8×30 / 12×40 / 30×60 mesh, customisable |
| Iodine Number | 500 – 1,000 mg/g |
| Ash | < 12% |
| Hardness | ≥ 95% |
| Moisture | < 3% |
| pH | 8 – 11 |
| Packaging | 25 kg PP bags / 500 kg & 1,000 kg FIBC |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Standard production grades. Custom specifications available on request.
Product 2 of 5
Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon
Ultra-low ash, high-hardness carbon for drinking water, food-grade filtration and gold recovery in the Gulf region.
UAE Applications
- ✓ Drinking water & point-of-use filters
- ✓ Food & beverage processing (FDA-compliant)
- ✓ Gold recovery (CIL / CIP / CIC)
- ✓ Pharmaceutical purification
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | Granular (crushed & screened) |
| Mesh Range | 6×12 / 8×16 / 8×30 / 12×40 mesh |
| Iodine Number | 1,000 – 1,200 mg/g |
| Ash | < 3% |
| Hardness | ≥ 98% |
| Moisture | < 5% |
| pH | 8 – 11 |
| Packaging | 25 kg PP bags / 500 kg & 1,000 kg FIBC |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Standard production grades. Custom specifications available on request.
Product 3 of 5
Coal-Based Pellet Activated Carbon
Uniform cylindrical pellets for VOC removal, H₂S scrubbing and industrial off-gas treatment — the go-to form for tower-packed adsorbers at UAE petrochemical and oil & gas sites.
UAE Applications
- ✓ VOC abatement in petrochemical plants
- ✓ H₂S & mercaptan removal (oil & gas)
- ✓ Solvent recovery systems
- ✓ HVAC odour control in commercial buildings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | Extruded pellet (cylindrical) |
| Diameter | 0.9 / 1.5 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 mm |
| CTC | 30 – 90% |
| Ash | < 12% |
| Hardness | ≥ 95% |
| Moisture | < 3% |
| pH | 8 – 11 |
| Packaging | 25 kg PP bags / 500 kg FIBC |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Standard production grades. Custom specifications available on request.
Product 4 of 5
Coconut Shell Pellet Activated Carbon
Premium coconut-shell extruded carbon with CTC 70–100% for high-performance gas-phase adsorption where low ash and superior micro-porosity matter.
UAE Applications
- ✓ High-purity gas treatment
- ✓ Air purification & respirator cartridges
- ✓ Catalyst support in petrochemical processes
- ✓ Biogas H₂S polishing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | Extruded pellet (cylindrical) |
| Diameter | 0.9 / 1.5 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 mm |
| CTC | 70 – 100% |
| Ash | < 7% |
| Hardness | ≥ 95% |
| Moisture | < 3% |
| pH | 8 – 11 |
| Packaging | 25 kg PP bags / 500 kg FIBC |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Standard production grades. Custom specifications available on request.
Product 5 of 5
Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC)
Fine-mesh PAC in wood, coconut and coal grades for rapid dosing into water streams, decolourisation and emergency treatment at UAE municipalities and refineries.
UAE Applications
- ✓ Municipal water emergency dosing
- ✓ Sugar & glucose decolourisation
- ✓ Pharmaceutical & API purification
- ✓ Edible oil refining
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | Powdered (wood / coconut / coal) |
| Mesh | 100 / 200 / 325 mesh, customisable |
| Iodine Number | 400 – 1,700 mg/g (grade-dependent) |
| Ash | < 3% (wood/coconut) / < 12% (coal) |
| pH | 3–5 / 6–8 / 8–11 (customisable) |
| Packaging | 25 kg bags / 500 kg FIBC |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Standard production grades. Custom specifications available on request.
Activated Carbon Across UAE Industries
The UAE economy creates demand for activated carbon across several distinct sectors. Choosing the right carbon type for each application is the first step to reliable performance and cost control.
Desalination & Municipal Water
SWRO and MSF plants in Abu Dhabi and Dubai use coal GAC 8×30 for dechlorination and organic-foulant removal ahead of RO membranes. Iodine ≥ 800 mg/g.
Oil, Gas & Petrochemical
Refineries in Ruwais and Jebel Ali use 3–4 mm pellet carbon in packed-bed adsorbers for H₂S, mercaptan and VOC removal. CTC 60–90%.
Food Processing in Free Zones
JAFZA and KIZAD food processors use coconut PAC and GAC for decolourisation, sugar refining and edible-oil polishing. Low-ash grades ensure no off-taste.
Commercial HVAC & Indoor Air Quality
Dubai's towers use pellet carbon in HVAC filters for odour and VOC control. Coconut pellet (CTC 70–100%) delivers the longest service life per unit volume.
UAE Activated Carbon — Frequently Asked Questions
Can you deliver activated carbon to Jebel Ali or Khalifa Port?
Yes. We ship full containers (20 ft / 40 HQ) CIF Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port Abu Dhabi, and Hamriyah Free Zone Sharjah. Transit from our Chinese factories is 18–22 days. FOB and DDP terms also available.
What activated carbon grade is best for UAE desalination pre-treatment?
Coal-based GAC 8×30 mesh with iodine ≥ 800 mg/g is the standard choice for dechlorination ahead of RO membranes. For higher-purity potable water polishing, coconut shell GAC 8×30 (iodine 1,000+) is preferred due to lower ash and fewer leachables.
Do you supply activated carbon for oil and gas applications in UAE?
Yes. We supply coal-based pellet carbon (CTC 60–90%) for H₂S and mercaptan removal in sour gas treating, amine scrubber off-gas, and glycol dehydration units. Diameter 3 mm and 4 mm pellets are most common for tower-packed adsorbers in UAE refineries.
What is the minimum order quantity?
1 ton for sample/trial orders. Best per-ton pricing starts at full-container quantities — roughly 20 tons in a 20 ft or 26–28 tons in a 40 HQ depending on bulk density.
Can you provide COA and third-party test reports?
Every shipment comes with a batch Certificate of Analysis. SGS or Bureau Veritas inspection available on request, plus MSDS documentation for UAE customs clearance.
How long from order to delivery in UAE?
Stock grades ship within 7–10 days from order confirmation. Custom specs or OEM packaging take 15–25 days production plus 18–22 days sailing to Jebel Ali. Total 5–7 weeks door-to-port.
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