Activated Carbon in Kenya
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Activated Carbon |
| Synonyms | Activated Charcoal |
| Chemical Composition | Activated Carbon |
| Grade | Industrial Grade / Water Treatment Grade / Food Grade |
| Appearance | Black granules, pellets, or powder |
| Iodine Number | 800–1200 mg/g (Typical) |
| CAS Number | 7440-44-0 |
| Packaging | 25 kg Bags, Bulk Supply Available |
| Applications | Water treatment, air purification, gold recovery, food processing, chemical filtration |
Description
Activated Carbon in Kenya | Sanvil Industries Ltd
Activated Carbon is a premium adsorbent material widely used in water treatment, air purification, gold recovery, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, wastewater treatment, and industrial filtration. At Sanvil Industries Ltd, we supply high-quality Activated Carbon across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania at competitive wholesale and bulk prices, ensuring superior adsorption performance, consistent quality, and dependable availability for industrial and commercial customers.
Product Description – Activated Carbon
Activated Carbon, also known as Activated Charcoal, is a highly porous form of carbon with exceptional adsorption capacity. It is produced from selected raw materials such as coconut shells, coal, or wood through an activation process that creates millions of microscopic pores, enabling it to effectively remove contaminants, odours, colours, chlorine, and organic compounds from liquids and gases.
The product is widely used in municipal and industrial water treatment systems, air filtration units, gold extraction, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and chemical purification. Its high surface area and excellent adsorption efficiency make it one of the most effective filtration media available.
At Sanvil Industries Ltd, we supply premium-grade Activated Carbon that meets industry quality standards while delivering dependable quality, consistent performance, and reliable results. Whether you require small quantities or bulk industrial supplies, we maintain reliable stock backed by competitive pricing, prompt delivery, and responsive customer support throughout East Africa.
Applications of Activated Carbon
1. Water Treatment
Water treatment plants use it to remove chlorine, organic contaminants, colour, taste, and odour from drinking and industrial water.
2. Wastewater Treatment
Industries use the product to remove dissolved organic compounds, pollutants, and impurities from wastewater.
3. Air Purification
Manufacturers use it in air filtration systems to remove odours, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and harmful gases.
4. Gold Recovery
Mining companies use the product in carbon-in-pulp (CIP) and carbon-in-leach (CIL) processes for gold extraction.
5. Food and Beverage Processing
Manufacturers use food-grade type for purification, decolourisation, and filtration during food and beverage production.
6. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical companies use the product for purification processes and selected medicinal applications.
7. Chemical Manufacturing
Chemical industries use it for product purification, solvent recovery, and catalyst support.
8. Industrial Filtration
Manufacturers use the product in filtration systems to improve process efficiency and product quality.
9. Odour Control
Industries install Activated Carbon in ventilation and exhaust systems to eliminate unpleasant odours.
10. Laboratory Applications
Research laboratories use it for purification, filtration, and analytical procedures.
Key Features & Benefits of Activated Carbon
1. High Adsorption Capacity
Effectively removes contaminants, odours, colours, and organic compounds.
2. Large Surface Area
Provides exceptional filtration efficiency and long service life.
3. Excellent Purification Performance
Improves water quality, air quality, and industrial process efficiency.
4. Wide Industrial Applications
Suitable for water treatment, air purification, mining, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing.
5. Reliable Product Quality
Consistent formulation ensures dependable industrial performance.
6. Strict Quality Assurance
Every batch undergoes comprehensive quality testing to ensure compliance with recognised industry standards.
7. Available in Multiple Particle Sizes
Suitable for filtration systems, manufacturers, distributors, and industrial users.
8. Competitive Pricing with Reliable Supply
Sanvil Industries Ltd offers competitive wholesale and bulk prices while maintaining premium quality, dependable stock availability, and prompt delivery throughout East Africa.
Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
| Parameter | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Activated Carbon |
| Appearance | Black granules, pellets, or powder |
| Iodine Number | 800–1200 mg/g |
| Moisture Content | ≤5% |
| Ash Content | ≤10% |
| Bulk Density | 0.45–0.55 g/cm³ |
| Particle Size | Application Dependent |
| Packaging | 25 kg Bags |
Why Choose Sanvil Industries Ltd
- Trusted chemical distributor serving Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
- Premium-quality Activated Carbon with verified quality.
- Competitive wholesale and bulk pricing.
- Reliable stock availability throughout the year.
- COA and SDS/MSDS available upon request.
- Fast delivery across East Africa.
- Professional technical support for filtration and purification applications.
- Responsive customer service with prompt quotation turnaround.
FAQs
Q1. What is Activated Carbon mainly used for?
A: It is widely used in water treatment, air purification, wastewater treatment, gold recovery, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and industrial filtration.
Q2. How does Activated Carbon remove contaminants?
A: It adsorbs impurities onto its highly porous surface, effectively removing chlorine, odours, colours, organic compounds, and other contaminants.
Q3. Can Activated Carbon be used for drinking water treatment?
A: Yes. Water treatment systems commonly use it to improve taste, odour, colour, and overall water quality.
Q4. Is Activated Carbon suitable for gold recovery?
A: Yes. Mining operations use it extensively in carbon-in-pulp (CIP) and carbon-in-leach (CIL) gold extraction processes.
Q5. Which industries commonly use Activated Carbon?
A: Water treatment, mining, food processing, pharmaceuticals, air filtration, chemical manufacturing, and wastewater treatment industries commonly use this versatile filtration media.
Q6. How should Activated Carbon be stored?
A: Store it in tightly sealed bags in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture, chemicals, and ignition sources.
Q7. What packaging sizes are available?
A: We supply Activated Carbon in 25 kg bags and bulk quantities depending on customer requirements.
Q8. Does Sanvil Industries Ltd offer competitive prices?
A: Yes. We provide competitive wholesale and bulk prices while maintaining premium quality, reliable stock availability, and excellent customer service.
Q9. Are COA and SDS/MSDS available?
A: Yes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) are available upon request for many product batches.
Q10. Which countries does Sanvil Industries Ltd serve?
A: We supply Activated Carbon throughout Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and other East African markets with reliable and timely delivery services.
Contact Us
For quotations or bulk orders in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, contact Sanvil Industries Ltd for competitive prices and fast delivery.
Sanvil Industries Ltd
Location: Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 722343016
Email: sanvilindustries@gmail.com






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