Black granular activated carbon in woven polypropylene 25 kg sack labeled 6x12 Gold Grade, coconut shell based
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Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya

Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade is a high-performance coconut shell-based adsorbent used primarily for water purification, gas adsorption, and industrial effluent treatment. Available for supply in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number7440-44-0
Chemical FormulaC
AppearanceGranular black solid
Packaging25 kg woven polypropylene bags
StorageStore in cool, dry, ventilated chemical storage
Mesh Size6x12

Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameActivated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya
CategoryWater treatment
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya

Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade is derived from premium coconut shell sources, offering a high surface area and exceptional adsorption capacity for removing organic compounds, chlorine, and odors. This grade features a 6x12 mesh size that balances surface area and flow rate, suitable for both liquid and gas phase filtration systems. It is widely used in potable water treatment plants for dechlorination and taste removal due to its microporous structure, which traps impurities effectively. The granular form facilitates easy handling in packed beds and adsorber columns. Finstar Chemicals supplies this activated carbon across Kenya and neighbouring countries, supporting industries such as water treatment, chemical manufacturing, and food processing. Proper storage in cool, dry, ventilated areas prevents moisture uptake that can diminish adsorption efficiency. Industrial buyers benefit from consistent quality control, with batch testing ensuring performance meets stringent operational standards. Using this coconut shell-based grade minimizes ash content and extends bed life in filtration units compared to lower-grade carbons. Handling precautions include avoiding dust generation and ensuring personal protective equipment (PPE) usage during transfer and bag unpacking. Finstar offers technical support and documentation to optimize integration of this activated carbon in various purification processes.

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Applications

Water purificationAdsorbs chlorine, organic contaminants, and odors from drinking and process water to improve safety and taste.
Air and gas filtrationRemoves volatile organic compounds and impurities from industrial exhaust and air treatment systems.
Effluent treatmentCaptures phenols and dissolved organics in wastewater streams for chemical and manufacturing industries.
Food and beverage processingUsed to decolorize and purify syrups, oils, and beverages by adsorbing unwanted impurities.

Benefits

High adsorption capacityCoconut shell base offers dense micropores that enhance removal efficiency of low-molecular-weight contaminants.
Consistent granule size6x12 mesh allows optimized flow and contact time in filtration systems, reducing pressure drop and channeling.
Low ash contentMinimizes residual solids post-treatment, reducing cleaning and replacement frequency in application systems.
Extended bed lifeRobust carbon matrix resists attrition, providing longer service durations and lowering operational costs.

Features

Gold grade qualityIndicates premium raw material sourcing and manufacturing controls suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Bulk packagingAvailable in 25 kg bags for easy handling and better inventory management at industrial sites.
Batch testing and certificationEach batch is tested for surface area, moisture, and ash content to ensure consistent performance.

Industries Served

Water TreatmentUtilizes activated carbon for removal of chlorine and organic impurities to meet potable water standards.
Chemical IndustryEmploys activated carbon in purification processes, solvent recovery, and catalyst support.
Food & BeveragesUses carbon for refining edible oils, beverages, and sugar syrups to improve color and flavor profiles.
PharmaceuticalsApplies activated carbon in decolorization and adsorption of impurities during drug manufacturing.

Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Activated Carbon 6x12 Gold Grade in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

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