The global coal based activated carbon market size was estimated at USD 4.72 billion in 2018. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 17.5% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for water treatment and sewage treatment applications is expected to be a key growth driver.
Activated carbon, also known as activated charcoal is characterized by the presence of a large number of tiny pores on its surface. Higher the number of pores, larger will be the surface area, which increases the adsorption capacity of the element. Among all end uses, it is widely used in potable water purification and sewage treatment plants. Recent technological advancements in manufacturing are expected to further fuel the growth.
Various forms of the product are manufactured using raw material such as wood, peat, coconut shell charcoal, wood chips, petroleum pitch, phenolic resin, and viscose rayon. The use of a high quantity of raw material during the manufacturing process produces high carbon yield. Manufacturers are worried about the quality of raw material as it has a direct impact on the performance of end product. The high supply-demand gap has considerably increased the price of raw material.
Activated carbon is extensively used in water and sewage treatment owing to its ability to remove particulate and dissolved impurities. It also eliminates certain organic impurities and removes chlorine from water. It is used in greenhouses and manufacturing industries for air purification and to remove toxic gases, odors, and harmful dust particles. Food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical & medical, and automotive industries are other application areas for the product.
The rising level of air and water pollution have governments across the globe to impose strict air and water pollution control and waste treatment norms. www.coconutactivatedcarbon.com
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and government regulatory agencies have recommended activated carbon as the best available material for removing chemical impurities such as mercury.
