Activated Carbon
Dual-action adsorbent for simultaneous moisture and odour control.
Activated Carbon
At Aharnish Desiccant, we offer Activated Carbon Desiccant, a highly effective solution for moisture absorption and odor control. Activated carbon is a highly porous material with an extensive surface area that excels in adsorbing not only moisture but also a wide range of gases, odors, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This makes it ideal for applications that require both moisture management and the removal of unwanted smells or contaminants from the air.
- Removes moisture, odours and VOCs
- Iodine value 800–1200 mg/g
- Available granular, pellet and powder
- Bulk and jumbo bag packaging
Overview
The adsorptive properties of Activated Carbon Desiccant make it an excellent choice for industries where air purity and humidity control are critical. As the activated carbon absorbs moisture and other impurities, it maintains its structure and effectiveness without chemical reactions, ensuring consistent performance over time.
Activated Carbon Desiccant is non-toxic and safe to use, with no harmful by-products, making it suitable for sensitive applications such as food packaging, pharmaceutical storage, and electronics protection.
At Aharnish Desiccant, we provide Activated Carbon Desiccant in pouches, bags, and bulk quantities, offering flexibility to suit both small-scale and industrial applications. Its dual-functionality—moisture and odor control—makes it an indispensable solution for industries where both factors need to be addressed simultaneously.
Applications
- Air purification
- Water treatment plants
- Odor control
- Solvent recovery
- Food and beverage industry
- Pharmaceutical filters
Key benefits
- High adsorption capacity
- Custom particle sizes
- Safe and long-lasting
- Environmentally friendly
- Bulk packaging available
Technical specifications
- Form
- Granular / Pellet / Powder
- Iodine Value
- 800–1200 mg/g
- Moisture Content
- <5%
- Apparent Density
- 0.45 – 0.55 g/cc
- Packaging Size
- 1kg to 25kg and jumbo bags
Industries using Activated Carbon
See application-specific guidance and recommended products for these sectors.
Activated Carbon — questions & answers
Silica gel primarily adsorbs moisture, while activated carbon adsorbs gases, odours and volatile organic compounds in addition to some moisture. For applications that need both humidity control and odour or contaminant removal, activated carbon — or a combination pack — is the better choice.
Our activated carbon is supplied in the 800–1200 mg/g iodine value range, indicating high surface area and strong adsorption capacity. We can match grade and particle size to your specific air or water treatment requirement.
It is used in air purification, water treatment, solvent recovery, odour control, food and beverage processing and pharmaceutical filtration, as well as in combination desiccant packs where both moisture and odour must be managed.
Yes. We offer activated carbon in pouches, bags and bulk quantities from 1 kg up to 25 kg and jumbo bags, with custom particle sizes on request.
Other products
Silica Gel Bag
Aharnish Desiccant offers premium-quality Silica Gel Bags, an essential solution for moisture control and preservation in various industries. These silica gel bags are filled with high-performance silica gel beads, known for their excellent moisture-absorbing properties. Ideal for packaging and storage, our silica gel bags help prevent moisture-related damage, mold, and corrosion.
Silica Gel Blue
At Aharnish Desiccant, we offer premium-quality Silica Gel Blue, a synthetic, amorphous form of silicon dioxide embedded with cobalt chloride as a moisture indicator. This self-indicating desiccant exhibits a distinct color change—appearing deep blue when dry and gradually turning pink as it absorbs moisture. Once the material is saturated, the pink hue indicates the need for regeneration or replacement.
Silica Gel White
At Aharnish Desiccant, we offer premium-grade Silica Gel White, a highly effective moisture-absorbing agent ideal for use in high-humidity environments, particularly above 50% relative humidity. This non-reactive, physically adsorptive desiccant draws in water vapor through its intricate network of internal pores, without undergoing any chemical changes or producing harmful by-products.