Activated carbon

Activated Carbon (CAS 7440-44-0, EC 231-153-3, HS 38021000) is a processed carbonaceous material produced by high-temperature activation of organic precursors such as coal, wood, or coconut shell. It is commercially available under designations including SKT, BAU, AG 5, AG 3, and AU 3. No E-code applies to this substance.

In water treatment, activated carbon removes dissolved organic contaminants and chlorine residuals through adsorption onto its extensive internal pore network. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it decolourises and purifies active ingredient solutions by binding pigment molecules and trace impurities. In catalysis, it serves as a support substrate, anchoring metal catalysts for hydrogenation and oxidation reactions.

Activated carbon is supplied in granular, powdered, and pelletised grades, with food-contact and pharmaceutical grades conforming to FCC and Ph.Eur. monographs respectively. All material placed on the EU market is subject to REACH registration requirements. Packaging formats typically include 25 kg bags and bulk containers.