Case Study
44 Tons Pellet Carbon Shipped to Chile for VOC Removal
We recently completed a 44-ton shipment of anthracite-based pellet activated carbon to Chile. The carbon is designed for industrial VOC (volatile organic compound) removal in coating and manufacturing facilities.
Here's what the order looked like.
Order Summary
| Product | 4mm anthracite-based pellet activated carbon |
| CTC Value | ≥50% |
| Quantity | 44 tons |
| Application | Industrial VOC removal |
| Destination | Chile |
| Packaging | 500 kg woven bags on pallets |
| Container | 1 × 40HQ |
| Port of Loading | Tianjin, China |
Product Specifications
This 4mm pellet carbon is specifically designed for gas-phase adsorption applications. The key specs:
| Raw Material | Anthracite coal |
| Activation | Steam activated |
| CTC Activity | ≥50% |
| Iodine Number | ≥900 mg/g |
| Hardness | ≥95% |
| Moisture | ≤5% |
| Ash Content | ≤12% |
| Bulk Density | 450–550 g/L |
The 4mm diameter provides optimal balance between adsorption capacity and pressure drop in packed bed systems — large enough to minimize resistance, small enough to maximize surface contact.
Why CTC 50 for VOC Removal
CTC (Carbon Tetrachloride) activity measures a carbon's ability to adsorb gas-phase molecules. For VOC removal applications:
- CTC 50 — standard grade for general industrial VOC control
- CTC 60+ — for high-concentration or demanding applications
- CTC 40 — basic odor control, shorter service life
This Chilean customer operates industrial coating and painting facilities where solvent vapors need to be captured before atmospheric discharge. CTC 50 meets their regulatory compliance requirements while keeping costs reasonable.
Packaging: 500kg Woven Bags
For this order, the customer requested 500kg woven bags — a practical choice for:
- Forklift handling — easy warehouse management
- Moderate protection — inner PE liner prevents moisture absorption
- Cost efficiency — lower packaging cost per ton vs. 25kg bags
Each bag is palletized for container loading. Total: 88 bags filling one 40HQ container.
Loading & Shipping
The shipment departed from Tianjin Port, with estimated transit time of 35–40 days to Chilean ports. We provided:
- Full container load (FCL) documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each production batch
- MSDS and customs clearance documents
Working with South American Buyers
Chile and other South American countries are growing markets for activated carbon, driven by:
- Stricter environmental regulations on industrial emissions
- Mining industry demand (gold recovery, water treatment)
- Food & beverage processing growth
We've shipped to Chile, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Argentina. If you're sourcing activated carbon for South American projects, we can help with:
- FOB/CIF pricing to your nearest port
- Documentation for customs clearance
- Technical support for product selection
Need Pellet Carbon for VOC Removal?
Tell us your application and volume requirements. We'll recommend the right grade and send samples within 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What CTC value is recommended for VOC removal?
CTC 50 is the standard grade for general industrial VOC control. For high-concentration or demanding applications, CTC 60+ is recommended. CTC 40 works for basic odor control but may have shorter service life.
Why choose 4mm pellet carbon for gas-phase adsorption?
4mm diameter provides optimal balance between adsorption capacity and pressure drop in packed bed systems — large enough to minimize airflow resistance, small enough to maximize surface contact with VOC molecules.
What is the minimum order quantity for pellet activated carbon?
Our standard MOQ is one 20-foot container (~20 tons). For first-time buyers, we can arrange smaller trial orders of 1–5 tons at adjusted pricing. Samples are free.