Wood activated carbon is a highly porous adsorbent produced from renewable wood resources such as sawdust and wood chips through carbonization and steam activation. Compared with coal-based activated carbon, it develops a richer mesoporous structure, allowing faster adsorption of larger organic molecules, pigments, odors, and impurities.
This unique pore distribution makes wood-based activated carbon particularly suitable for decolorization, liquid-phase adsorption, and purification processes where color, taste, odor, or dissolved organic compounds need to be removed efficiently.
At XINGSEN, we manufacture customized wood activated carbon for customers in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, environmental, and water treatment industries. Whether you need fine powder for liquid purification or customized specifications for industrial applications, we provide stable quality, flexible production, and reliable global supply.
Wood Powdered Activated Carbon (WPAC) is the most widely used form of wood-based activated carbon. Produced from carefully selected wood materials, it provides rapid adsorption because of its extremely fine particle size and large external surface area.
It is widely used whenever high adsorption speed and efficient liquid-phase adsorption are required, especially in industries involving product purification and color removal.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Raw Material | Selected Wood / Sawdust |
| Appearance | Fine Black Powder |
| Particle Size (Mesh) | 80, 100, 200, 325 Mesh (Custom Available) |
| Iodine Value | 700–1700 mg/g |
| Methylene Blue Adsorption | Available Upon Request |
| Moisture | ≤5% |
| Ash Content | 2–4% |
| Bulk Density | 0.45–0.55 g/cm³ |
| pH | 8–11 |
| Packaging | 20 kg, 25 kg Bags / Jumbo Bags / OEM |
Although powdered products account for the majority of applications, pelletized wood activated carbon is also available for selected gas-phase adsorption projects.
With higher mechanical strength and lower pressure drop, pelletized products can be used in industrial air treatment systems where dust generation must be minimized.
(Custom specifications available upon request.)
| Parameter | Specification |
| Raw Material | Wood Powder |
| Appearance | Cylindrical Pellets |
| Diameter | 0.8, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 mm |
| CTC Adsorption | 20–90% |
| Iodine Value | 600–1100 mg/g |
| Hardness | 90–99% |
| Bulk Density | 400–520 g/L |
| Moisture | ≤5% (≤10% Available) |
| Ash Content | ≤5% |
| pH | 8–11 |
| Packaging | 20 kg, 25 kg Bags / Jumbo Bags / OEM |
| Material | Main Advantages | Typical Applications |
| Wood Activated Carbon | High mesoporosity, fast adsorption, excellent decolorization | Food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, wastewater |
| Coconut Shell Activated Carbon | High microporosity, high hardness | Drinking water, gold recovery |
| Coal-Based Activated Carbon | Balanced pore distribution, economical | Municipal water, air purification, industrial adsorption |
Wood activated carbon is manufactured from renewable wood materials such as sawdust and wood chips through carbonization and steam activation.
Its highly developed mesoporous structure adsorbs larger pigment molecules more efficiently than many other activated carbons, making it ideal for liquid purification.
WPAC is commonly used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, sugar refining, beverage production, and industrial wastewater treatment.
Yes. Different mesh sizes for activated carbon can be customized to meet specific filtration systems and processing requirements.
Yes. As experienced manufacturers and suppliers of wood activated carbon, we offer OEM production, customized packaging, technical support, and competitive bulk prices for global customers.
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.
Normally the MOQ is 1 ton. If you need a smaller quantity, we suggest buying locally to save on cost.
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.
Yes, we can offer third-party test reports, such as SGS report.
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.
We usually by sea or by land. We have our own professional shipping team to arrange booking and related services for you.
Yes, we export activated carbon worldwide. Our documents are complete, including MSDS, transport of goods, test reports, and special cargo certifications.
Usually 3 – 7 days and we have sufficient stock.
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