Iodine / Sulfur Impregnated Activated Carbon
Iodine / Sulfur Impregnated Activated Carbon Summary
Iodine / Sulfur Impregnated Activated Carbon combines adsorption and chemisorption to selectively remove reactive contaminants. It is suitable for mercury removal, sulfur-containing gas treatment, odor control, and specialized gas purification, with formulations customizable for specific operating conditions.
| Main Impregnants / Chemicals | Iodine (I₂) / Potassium Iodide (KI) / Sulfur (S) |
| Target Contaminants / Application Fields | Mercury vapor (Hg), radioactive iodine (I₂/CH₃I) |
| Adsorption & Reaction Mechanism | Amalgamation or chemical complexation reaction |
| Common Base Carbon Selection | Coal-based / Coconut shell granular carbon (Nuclear grade) |
| Loading Amount / Technical Specifications | Impregnation amount 1−5%; Mercury removal efficiency > 99.5% |
Activated Carbon Packaging and Shipping
- 25kg/bag
- 500kg/jumbo bag
- Package and lable can be customized on clients’ request
- Provide sea, air and truck delivery
- Sample delivery method: FedEx
Why Choose Us
Production
Controlled activated carbon impregnation processes ensure uniform chemical loading, stable pore structures, consistent product quality, and reliable adsorption performance across different production batches.
Sales
We offer flexible impregnated activated carbon specifications, competitive pricing, and customized adsorption solutions tailored to diverse industrial applications and contaminant removal needs.
Service
Our technical team provides professional impregnated activated carbon selection, application evaluation, packaging, and delivery support throughout each project to meet specific treatment requirements.
Relevant Application Scenarios
Air/Gas Treatment
Industrial Waste Gas Treatment
Effectively captures selected mercury compounds and reactive contaminants from industrial exhaust gas using specialized activated carbon to improve gas purification and air pollution control performance.
Air Filtration
Provides targeted removal of reactive gaseous contaminants from contaminated air using iodine or sulfur impregnated activated carbon to enhance air filtration and purification performance.
Bio Odor Control
Helps reduce sulfur-containing compounds responsible for unpleasant odors from wastewater treatment, biogas, and other biological processing facilities using impregnated activated carbon.
Personal Protection
Mask
Provides enhanced adsorption of selected reactive gases in mask filtration media using iodine or sulfur impregnated activated carbon.
Gas Mask
Supports gas mask cartridges using iodine or sulfur impregnated activated carbon for targeted protection against toxic and reactive gaseous contaminants.
Chemical
Desulfurization
Helps remove selected sulfur compounds from industrial process gas streams.
Mercury Removal
Sulfur impregnation chemically binds mercury and retains stable mercury sulfide within carbon pores.
Petrochemical Industry
Supports mercury and sulfur contaminant control in petrochemical gas processing.
Chemical Purification
Provides targeted removal of difficult reactive contaminants from process gases.
FAQs
The right activated carbon depends on the contaminants to be removed, the treatment process, operating conditions, and the required adsorption performance. Different applications may require different carbon types, particle sizes, iodine values, hardness, ash content, or other specifications.
For example, powdered activated carbon is commonly considered for liquid-phase treatment where rapid adsorption and easy dosing are important. Granular activated carbon is often selected for fixed-bed filtration systems, while pelletized carbon can be suitable for gas-phase treatment and applications where controlled airflow and lower pressure drop are important.
If you share your application, target contaminant, treatment process, and operating conditions, we can recommend a suitable activated carbon grade and specification.
Yes. Activated carbon can be supplied in different grades according to application requirements. Depending on the product type and production conditions, specifications such as iodine value, CTC activity, hardness, particle size, ash content, moisture, and bulk density can be discussed for a specific application.
For particle size, we can provide different mesh ranges or pellet diameters depending on the intended use.
If you already have a technical specification or target parameters, you can send them to us for evaluation. We can then confirm the available grade and provide the corresponding technical data.
Yes. Samples can be provided for customers who need to evaluate activated carbon before placing a larger order.
Sample testing can help you assess important characteristics such as adsorption performance, particle size, moisture, hardness, or compatibility with your existing treatment process.
For application-specific projects, we recommend testing the sample under conditions as close as possible to your actual operating environment. This provides a more meaningful basis for selecting the appropriate grade than comparing specifications alone.
Please contact us with your application details and required specification so we can discuss the appropriate sample.
Activated carbon can be packed according to the product type, order quantity, transportation method, and customer's requirements.
Common export packaging options include 20kg、25kg and 500kg bags. Smaller quantities can also be arranged in smaller inner packages when required for sampling or specific applications.
For international shipments, packaging should provide adequate protection against moisture, contamination, and physical damage during handling and transportation.
If you have specific packaging, labeling, or shipping requirements, please provide them when requesting a quotation so we can recommend a suitable packing solution.
Coconut shell activated carbon is widely associated with high microporosity and is often considered for applications requiring adsorption of smaller molecules, including certain water treatment and gold recovery applications.
Coal-based activated carbon offers a broader pore structure and can be produced in different forms and grades. It is commonly used across water treatment, industrial purification, and other adsorption processes.
Wood-based activated carbon is often characterized by a relatively developed mesoporous structure and is frequently considered for applications such as color removal, decolorization, and adsorption of larger organic molecules.
When comparing activated carbons, it is better to evaluate the complete specification—including pore structure, iodine value, CTC, hardness, ash, particle size, and application-specific adsorption performance—rather than selecting a raw material based on its name alone.
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