Coal Based
Activated Carbon
High-performance carbon from premium Chinese anthracite and bituminous coal.
Product Overview
Our coal-based activated carbon is manufactured from carefully selected anthracite coal in our Ningxia production facility. Using a combination of steam and chemical activation processes, we produce carbon with a balanced distribution of micropores and mesopores, making it ideal for a wide range of industrial applications.
Coal-based carbon offers excellent cost-effectiveness for large-scale applications while maintaining high adsorption performance. It is the most widely used type of activated carbon globally, particularly in water treatment and air purification.
Drawing on more than 20 years of hands-on manufacturing at our Ningxia base, we control every step in-house — from raw anthracite selection to steam activation and batch COA testing. That first-hand production experience is why we can hold iodine number, ash, and hardness within tight, repeatable tolerances across large export orders.
Columnar Carbon — PSA & Solvent Recovery
Extruded Φ3/4/5mm cylinders for pressure swing adsorption, N₂/O₂ generation, and solvent vapor recovery.
View specifications →8×30 Industrial Water Treatment Grade
Cost-effective GAC for industrial wastewater, TOC/NOM removal. Broad pore structure, 30–40% savings vs coconut.
View specifications →4×8 Desulfurization Grade
Flue gas SO₂ removal. Ultra-low pressure drop, 50–100+ regeneration cycles. For sintering plants & power stations.
View specifications →Applications by Industry
Coal-based activated carbon serves a broad range of industrial applications. The table below matches each industry to its typical use case and the coal carbon grade we recommend.
| Industry | Typical Use | Recommended Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal & drinking water | Dechlorination, taste & odor, TOC removal | 8×30 GAC → |
| Industrial wastewater | COD reduction, color & tertiary treatment | 8×30 / 12×40 GAC → |
| Flue gas & desulfurization | SO₂/NOx and mercury capture | 4×8 Desulfurization → |
| Air purification & VOC | Solvent vapor and odor control | Columnar 3–4mm → |
| Solvent recovery & PSA | N₂/O₂ generation, vapor recovery | Columnar carbon → |
| Decolorization & dosing | Powdered carbon for liquid phase | Coal PAC 200–325 mesh → |
Available Forms
Granular (GAC)
4×8, 8×30, 12×40 mesh
View details →Pellet/Columnar
1.5, 3.0, 4.0mm diameter
View details →Powdered (PAC)
200–325 mesh
View details →Grades & Mesh Sizes
We stock coal-based activated carbon across the full mesh and pellet range. Custom particle sizes, iodine values, and CTC values are available on request.
| Form | Mesh / Size | Iodine (mg/g) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granular (GAC) | 4×8 mesh | 800–950 | Desulfurization, gas phase |
| Granular (GAC) | 8×16 mesh | 850–1000 | Air & solvent recovery |
| Granular (GAC) | 8×30 mesh | 900–1050 | Water treatment, TOC removal |
| Granular (GAC) | 12×40 mesh | 900–1100 | Potable & wastewater |
| Granular (GAC) | 20×50 / 30×60 | 950–1100 | Fine polishing, dechlorination |
| Pellet / Columnar | 0.9–8.0 mm dia. | 900–1100 | PSA, VOC, flue gas |
| Powdered (PAC) | 200 / 325 mesh | 800–1000 | Decolorization, dosing |
Technical Specifications
| Iodine Number | 800 – 1100 mg/g |
| CTC Adsorption | 50 – 80% |
| Surface Area | 850 – 1100 m²/g |
| Hardness | > 90% |
| Ash Content | < 12% |
| Moisture | < 5% |
| pH | 9 – 11 |
| Bulk Density | 0.40 – 0.55 g/cm³ |
| Raw Material | Anthracite / Bituminous coal |
| Activation | Steam activated |
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Why Choose Hojee
Factory Direct
No middlemen. Direct from our 3 production bases. Best prices guaranteed.
Quality Tested
Every batch tested with full COA. ISO 9001 certified. SGS/BV third-party testing.
Custom Specs
Custom particle size, iodine value, packaging, and branding. MOQ 1 ton.
Fast Delivery
7-10 days standard. Expert logistics team handles all export documentation.
Packaging & Shipping
All coal-based activated carbon is packed for export and palletized for container loading. We ship to the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia, and handle full export documentation.
PP woven bags
Standard export, palletized
Jumbo bags
Bulk with pallet, forklift ready
Super sacks
Large-scale industrial
OEM packaging
Your brand, free design
MOQ & Loading
MOQ 1 ton. A 20ft container holds ~9–13 tons depending on packaging and bulk density.
Lead Time
7–10 days for standard grades, 15–20 days for custom specs. Free samples ship within 3–5 days.
Sea Freight
Middle East & SE Asia 15–25 days, Africa 25–40 days, Central Asia by rail/road on request.
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Selection Guide
Coconut Shell vs Coal Based Activated Carbon
Pore structure, hardness, ash, cost, and which one to choose for your application.
Technical Guide
GAC vs PAC: Which Activated Carbon Is Right for You?
A technical comparison of granular and powdered carbon — applications, cost, and performance.
Technical Guide
Understanding Iodine Number in Activated Carbon
What iodine number means, how it's tested, and how to use it to compare activated carbon quality.
Need a Custom Specification?
We customize particle size, iodine value, CTC value, and packaging to your exact requirements.
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