Coconut shell granular activated carbon
Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon for Household Odour Removal | Sanniu Carbon
Coconut shell granular activated carbon offered for household odour removal. The hard, dense coconut shell feedstock is steam-activated into a predominantly microporous carbon, a pore structure well matched to the small, volatile molecules behind common household odours. The granular form allows air to pass through a bed or cartridge with low pressure drop, helping compact devices keep useful airflow. Reference values for iodine number, hardness, moisture, ash, bulk density and particle size are listed on the page; series references and batch-measured figures are noted in the remarks, and the batch value is confirmed before quotation. Packing options include PP woven bags with PE liner, sealed sachets, pre-filled cartridges and jumbo bags.
For household odour removal. Confirm batch values before quotation.
- Iodine value
- 900 – 1600 mg/g
- Methylene blue adsorption
- ≥ 135 mg/g
DESCRIPTION
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This coconut shell granular activated carbon is offered for household odour removal, a duty where reliable adsorption and clean handling matter. Coconut shell is a hard, dense feedstock; when it is carbonised and activated with steam, the result is a granular carbon with a well-developed microporous structure. That fine pore network is the reason coconut shell carbon is often chosen for odour control, because odorant molecules in household air are typically small and volatile.
Why coconut shell granular carbon suits household odour removal
Household odours come from cooking, waste storage, pets, tobacco and damp enclosed spaces. These sources release low-concentration organic vapours that need contact time with an adsorbent surface. A granular form allows air to pass through a bed or cartridge with a low pressure drop, so the same unit can move a useful volume of air while still giving the odorants a chance to diffuse into the pores. The granular shape also keeps the carbon from packing too tightly, which helps air distribution in compact household devices.
The specification shown on this page lists the reference values applied to this coconut shell series. Iodine number, hardness, moisture, ash, bulk density and particle size are all recorded so that a buyer can compare the product against a household odour-removal requirement. Because natural feedstock and activation conditions vary, the values are presented as series references or as batch-measured figures, and the batch value is confirmed before quotation. This lets a purchasing team align the carbon with the housing, airflow and service interval of the final device.
How to specify the grade for your application
For household odour removal, the particle size and the hardness of the granules are usually the first points to fix, because they determine how the carbon behaves inside a filter or sachet. The iodine number gives an indication of the adsorption capacity of the carbon, while moisture and ash content reflect the cleanliness of the material as supplied. When these values are agreed in advance, the carbon can be matched to the airflow, the odour load and the replacement cycle intended for the household product.
If you are comparing grades for a new household odour-removal product, share the target particle size, the expected airflow or odour concentration, and the packing format you plan to use. Those details allow the correct coconut shell granular grade to be selected and the batch specification to be confirmed before any commercial commitment is made.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Reference values for this coconut shell granular series, checked against the batch before quotation.
| Iodine value | 900 – 1600 mg/g |
|---|---|
| Methylene blue adsorption | ≥ 135 mg/g |
| BET surface area | 950 – 1200 m²/g |
| CTC adsorption | ≥ 40 % |
| Ash content | ≤ 5 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 10 % |
| Hardness | ≥ 95 % |
| Bulk density | 0.45 – 0.55 g/cm³ |
| pH value | 6.5 – 8.5 |
| Particle size | 4 – 40 目 |
| Heavy metals (food grade) | ≤ 10 ppm |
ADVANTAGES
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Practical reasons this coconut shell granular grade is considered for household odour-removal products.
Microporous structure suited to odour molecules
Coconut shell feedstock produces a predominantly microporous carbon. That pore size range matches many of the small, volatile molecules responsible for household odours, giving them a surface on which to be retained.
Adsorption profile
CREDENTIALS
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ISO 9001:2015 quality management
Certificate for the company’s quality management system; its certified scope is activated carbon sales.
Beide RoHS sample test
Beide reported that the tested activated carbon sample met the cited RoHS requirements; this is a sample report.
CTI RoHS sample test
CTI reported a PASS result for the tested activated carbon sample under RoHS 2011/65/EU and (EU) 2015/863.
Activated carbon safety data sheet
UG issued SDS No. 84309439 for Carbon, Activated; use it for handling and safety information.
CCIC activated carbon sample report
The available cover identifies an activated carbon sample submitted to CCIC; test items and results require the report pages.
Wood powder carbon sample report
The available cover identifies a 200–325 mesh wood powder activated carbon sample tested by the Shanghai institute; no result is inferred.
PACKAGING
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PROCESS
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The main production steps behind coconut shell granular activated carbon, described at a general level.
Coconut shell selection and preparation
Coconut shells are collected, cleaned and sized. Consistency at this stage matters because the hardness and density of the feedstock carry through to the finished granular carbon.
Carbonisation
The prepared shells are heated in a low-oxygen atmosphere so that volatile matter is driven off and a carbon-rich char is formed.
Steam activation
The char is treated with steam at high temperature, which opens and develops the pore network. For coconut shell carbon this step produces a predominantly microporous structure.
Sizing and grading
The activated material is crushed, screened and graded into the granular particle-size range required for the intended household odour-removal application.
Quality checks and packing
Key figures such as iodine number, hardness, moisture, ash and bulk density are checked, and the finished granular carbon is packed in the agreed format.
DIMENSIONS
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The classifications that place this coconut shell granular grade in the Sanniu Carbon product range.
Material
Coconut shell activated carbon
A hard, microporous carbon with the highest hardness of the common precursors, widely used for drinking water and point-of-use cartridges.
Application
Air and gas purification
Odour control, solvent recovery and flue gas treatment, where the carbon has to hold up in the gas phase rather than in a water column.
FAQ
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Questions buyers often ask when selecting a coconut shell granular grade for household odour-removal products.
What makes coconut shell carbon suitable for household odour removal?
Coconut shell is a hard, dense feedstock, and steam activation produces a predominantly microporous carbon. That fine pore structure is well matched to the small, volatile molecules that cause common household odours, so the carbon can retain them during air contact.
Why is granular form preferred over powder for odour-removal units?
Granules allow air to pass through a bed or cartridge with lower resistance than a fine powder. This helps compact household devices keep a useful airflow while still giving odorants time to diffuse into the pores.
Which specification values should I check before ordering?
Particle size and hardness usually come first, because they affect how the carbon behaves inside a filter or sachet. Iodine number, moisture, ash and bulk density are also listed on this page so the grade can be compared against your household odour-removal requirement.
Are the values on this page the exact batch values?
Some values are given as coconut shell series references and some are measured on the batch sample, as noted in the remarks. The actual batch value is confirmed before quotation, so the figures can be checked against your application before any commercial commitment.
What information should I provide with an enquiry?
It helps to state the odour source, expected airflow or odour load, target particle size, packing format and purchase quantity. These details allow the appropriate coconut shell granular grade to be selected and the batch specification to be confirmed by our team.
Can the carbon be supplied pre-filled into cartridges?
Granular carbon can be supplied in bulk bags, sealed sachets or pre-filled cartridges and tubes. For pre-filled formats, please share the housing dimensions and fill weight so the packing can be matched to your household odour-removal device.
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