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Granular Activated Carbon Manufacturer & Custom Adsorption Solutions

High-quality GAC solutions made from coconut shell, coal and nut shell materials.
Designed for reliable adsorption performance, long service life and various industrial purification applications.

High-Performance Granular Activated Carbon for Industrial Purification

Granular activated carbon (GAC) is one of the most widely used adsorption materials for liquid and gas purification. With a well-developed porous structure, high adsorption capacity, and excellent mechanical strength, GAC is designed for fixed-bed filtration systems that require long service life and stable performance.

Xingsen provides granular activated carbon solutions made from different raw materials, including coconut shell, coal, and nut shell. By adjusting pore structure, particle size and adsorption performance, our GAC products can meet various requirements in water treatment, air purification, food processing and industrial purification.

What Is Granular Activated Carbon?

Understanding GAC Adsorption Performance
Granular activated carbon is produced by carbonizing and activating carbon-rich materials to create millions of microscopic pores.
Compared with powdered activated carbon (PAC), granular activated carbon has a larger particle size, better filtration performance, and lower pressure loss, making it suitable for continuous adsorption systems.
Main advantages:

  • Strong adsorption capacity
  • Good mechanical strength
  • Suitable for fixed-bed filters
  • Longer service life
  • Possible thermal regeneration

Granular Activated Carbon Types- Choose The Right GAC Based On Your Application

Coconut shell granular activated carbon with high microporosity and adsorption capacity

Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon

Made from selected coconut shells, this type of GAC features highly developed micropores, high purity, and excellent adsorption performance.

Main advantages:

  • High iodine value
  • Low ash content
  • Excellent micropore structure
  • Suitable for high-purity applications

Recommended applications:

  • Gold Recovery
  • Wastewater purification
  • Food & beverage processing
  • Pharmaceutical purification
  • High-grade gas adsorption
Coal based granular activated carbon for industrial purification and filtration systems

Coal-based Granular Activated Carbons

Coal-based GAC provides balanced pore distribution and strong adsorption performance, making it a cost-effective choice for large-scale industrial purification.

Main advantages:

  • High adsorption capacity
  • Good cost performance
  • Suitable for large-scale treatment systems

Recommended applications:

  • Industrial wastewater
  • VOC adsorption
  • Odor removal
  • Chemical purification
Nut shell granular activated carbon with high hardness and abrasion resistance

Nut Shell Granular Activated Carbon

Produced from nut shell materials, this carbon combines good adsorption performance with excellent hardness and abrasion resistance.

Main advantages:

  • High mechanical strength
  • Low wear loss
  • Stable performance during backwashing

Recommended applications:

  • Water filtration systems
  • Fluidized beds
  • Industrial purification

Granular Activated Carbon Feature

Efficient Adsorption Performance
Granular activated carbon features a highly developed pore structure, providing effective adsorption of organic compounds, odors, chlorine, VOCs and other contaminants. Different pore distributions can be selected according to specific applications, ensuring better adsorption efficiency.
Excellent Mechanical Strength
With high hardness and abrasion resistance, GAC maintains particle integrity during transportation, filling and backwashing. This helps reduce carbon loss and extends service life in continuous filtration systems.
Stable Performance for Fixed-Bed Systems
The granular structure provides good water or gas flow distribution with lower pressure drop compared with powdered carbon. It is widely used in fixed-bed adsorption systems requiring continuous operation.
Flexible Selection for Different Applications
Based on raw materials and activation processes, GAC can be customized with different adsorption properties: Coconut shell GAC: high microporosity and purity Coal-based GAC: balanced pore structure and cost efficiency Nut shell GAC: excellent hardness and durability
Customized Specifications Available
Particle size, iodine value, CTC, hardness, ash content and packaging can be adjusted according to project requirements.
High adsorption capacity of coconut shell activated carbon with microporous structure

Granular Activated Carbon Specifications

Typical Product Parameters

Item Specification
Particle Size 4×8, 8×30, 8×16, 12×40 mesh
Iodine Value 500-1700 mg/g
CTC 25-100%
Hardness 90-99%
Moisture ≤5%
Ash Content 2-10%
pH Value 8-11

Customized specifications are available according to different project requirements.

How To Choose The Right Granular Activated Carbon?

Different applications require different pore structures and adsorption characteristics.

Application Recommended Carbon
Drinking Water Treatment Coconut Shell GAC
Wastewater Treatment Coal-Based GAC
Food Decolorization Coconut Shell GAC
Gas Purification Coal / Pellet Carbon
High Backwashing System Nut Shell GAC
Gold Recovery Specific Coconut Shell GAC

For technical recommendations based on your project conditions, contact our team.

Granular Activated Carbon vs PAC vs Pellet Activated Carbon

Product Feature Typical Application
Granular Activated Carbon Granular particles, suitable for fixed-bed adsorption Water purification
Powdered Activated Carbon Fast adsorption speed Decolorization
Pellet Activated Carbon Cylindrical shape, low pressure drop VOC and gas treatment

Why Choose Xingsen Granular Activated Carbon?

Reliable Activated Carbon Partner For Global Buyers
Stable Production Capacity
Large-scale production ensures consistent supply for industrial projects.
Strict Quality Control
Each batch is tested according to customer requirements to maintain stable performance.
Customized Solutions
Particle size, adsorption value, packaging, and specifications can be adjusted for different applications.
Export Experience
Supporting customers from different industries worldwide with professional technical service.

FAQ

What is granular activated carbon used for?

Granular activated carbon is commonly used for water purification, wastewater treatment, gas adsorption, food purification, and industrial filtration.

What is the difference between GAC and PAC?

GAC has larger particles and is mainly used in fixed-bed filtration systems, while PAC provides faster adsorption and is usually added directly into treatment processes.

What particle sizes are available?

Common sizes include 4×8 mesh, 8×30 mesh, 8×16 mesh, and customized sizes.

Can you provide customized activated carbon?

Yes. We can customize raw material, iodine value, CTC, particle size, and packaging according to project requirements.

How long does granular activated carbon last?

Service life depends on contaminant concentration, flow rate, operating conditions, and regeneration method.

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Granular Activated Carbon Application

Granular activated carbon (GAC) is widely used as an adsorption media in liquid and gas purification systems. With its developed pore structure, high adsorption capacity and excellent chemical stability, GAC effectively removes organic compounds, odors, chlorine, VOCs and other impurities from different treatment processes. Due to its granular structure and good mechanical strength, GAC is especially suitable for fixed-bed filtration systems requiring continuous operation, stable performance and long service life.
Application industry
Drinking Water Treatment:Used for removing chlorine, odor, organic compounds and improving water quality.
Wastewater Treatment:Helps reduce COD, color and organic contaminants in industrial wastewater.
Air & Gas Purification:Used for adsorption of VOCs, odors and harmful gases.
Food & Beverage Processing:Applied for purification and decolorization processes.
Chemical Industry:Used for solvent recovery and purification.
Gold Recovery:Used as adsorption media in CIP/CIL gold extraction processes.
Granular activated carbon used in water treatment filtration systems
Drinking Water Treatment
Granular activated carbon for industrial air purification and odor removal
Air & Gas Purification
Granular activated carbon used for food and beverage purification processes
Food & Beverage Processing
Granular activated carbon applied in gold recovery adsorption processes
Gold Recovery
Granular activated carbon for chemical purification and solvent recovery applications
Chemical Industry
Granular activated carbon for industrial wastewater purification and contaminant removal
Wastewater Treatment
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Customized Products & Services

Lodine value, size, CTC, etc. can customized,ensure that the activated carbon can meets the your needs application.
Provide water-washed, acid-washed, impregnated grade activated carbon and carrier activated carbon
Standard and custom packaging is available, we support printing your branding on the bags
Provide advantageous logistics,reduce delivery time and shipping costs.
Company Advantage

Company Advantage

Professional Manufacturer of Raw (fresh) Activated Carbon Only using raw (fresh) activated carbon, the company has an independent quality inspection control department. During the production process, from raw materials to finished products, each step undergoes strict testing.
Strict Quality Control from Raw Material to Finished Product
✓ Independent QC Department – Every production stage undergoes rigorous testing
✓ Certified Quality Assurance – Factory inspection reports & third-party testing supported (SGS, ISO)
✓ Full Compliance & Certifications – Export documentation, business license, quality/environmental management systems, water treatment approval, high-tech enterprise certification, 3-star integrity enterprise, TÜV Rheinland factory certification, "Gold Supplier" status, and more.
30 Years of Expertise | Source Manufacturer
✓ 4 Major Production Bases – Ningxia, Henan, Shandong, Jiangxi
✓ Integrated Operations – R&D, market research, sales, and quality control all in-house
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Packaging and Shipping

Flexible Packaging Options
✓ Standard: 25kg/bag or 500kg/bag
✓ Custom-branded packaging & special sizes available
Global Logistics Network
✓ Ocean/air freight for bulk orders
✓ Sample delivery via DHL, FedEx, etc.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1: Are you a manufacturer?

Yes, we have our own factory. And we are a trusted manufacturer and supplier of high-performance activated carbon products with over 30 years of industry experience.

Q2: What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Normally the MOQ is 1 ton. If you need a smaller quantity, we suggest buying locally to save on cost.

Q3:Can you provide free samples?

Yes, we can send you free samples. Please let us know the product specifications and your delivery address, you can also email our sales team,  we’ll arrange it soon.

Q4:How do you ensure product quality?

  1. Quality is the key to our development. We have a dedicated quality control team responsible for end-to-end process oversight.
  2. Minimum of 3 rounds of testing at every production stage (from raw materials to final goods).
  3. Sampling inspections of each batch of finished products before warehousing.
  4. Provision of a COA (Certificate of Analysis) and product certificate with each order.

Q5:Can you provide third-party testing report?

Yes, we can offer third-party test reports, such as SGS report.

Q6:Can we visit your factory?

Of course. We receive many clients from various countries every month. You are very welcome to visit our factory and see the activated carbon production process.

Q7: How do you provide after-sales service?

  1. Step-by-step professional engineering support for usage-related issues.
  2. If there is any confirmed issue with our product, we will offer compensation as per the contract.
  3. Documentation of packaging conditions for traceability and claim verification.

Q8:What is your shipping method?

We usually by sea or by land. We have our own professional shipping team to arrange booking and related services for you.

Q9:Do you have complete export documents for activated carbon?

Yes, we export activated carbon worldwide. Our documents are complete, including MSDS, transport of goods, test reports, and special cargo certifications.

Q10: What is your delivery time?

Usually 3 – 7 days and we have sufficient stock.

Q11: What are the terms of payment?

  1. T/T Deposit + Balance against copy of B/L
  2. L/C
  3. T/T deposit + L/C for balance

Q12:HS Code?

3802109000  3802101000

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