Heycarbons recently supplied two shipments of 4 mm bituminous coal extruded activated carbon to two separate clients in the UAE. Both shipments were destined for the same port but were dispatched as distinct consignments.
The first shipment, totaling 14.1 metric tons, was intended for use in air filter and kitchen filter elements, while the second shipment, totaling 10 metric tons, was designated for industrial gas treatment.
Although both orders consisted of the same product type—4 mm bituminous coal extruded activated carbon—the specific technical parameters differed slightly due to the different applications.
The delivery of these two orders fully demonstrates Heycarbons’ ability to meet diverse industrial and filtration needs, supported by comprehensive product quality control and export logistics.
Activated Carbon Shipped to the UAE – Heycarbons
- Customer Country: UAE United Arab Emirates
- Port of Discharge: Khor al Fakkan, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Type: 4 mm Bituminous Coal Pelletized Activated Carbon
- Case 1 Order: 14.1 tons, for air filter element and kitchen filter element
- Case 2 Order: 10 tons, for industrial gas treatment
Case 1 Coal Pelletized Activated Carbon for Filter Elements Specifications
Heycarbons has supplied 14.1 metric tons of 4mm coal-based pelletized activated carbon to a client in the UAE for use in air filter and kitchen filter elements. The product specifications are as follows:
Heysorbcarb®-HEYEAC Specifications
- Bituminous Coal Columnar Activated Carbon for Filter Elements
- Size: Diameter 4mm
- Hardness: more than 95%
- CTC: 45% min.
- Package: 25kgs/bag
The product is being shipped to the UAE, packaged in 25 kg bags. This shipment is accompanied by a bill of lading, as well as photographs of the packaging and the loading process, providing a complete record of the order and its delivery.
Activated Carbon Bill of Lading and Shipment Photos to the UAE
Case 2 Coal Extruded Activated Carbon for Industrial Gas Treatment Specifications
Heycarbons has supplied 10 tons of 4mm coal-based extruded activated carbon to another client in the UAE for use in industrial gas treatment products.
Compared with the filter elements order, this order required a higher minimum CTC value of 50%. The specifications also included maximum limits for moisture and ash content.
The specifications are as follows:
- Bituminous Coal Columnar Activated Carbon for Industrial Gas Treatment
- Size: Diameter 4mm
- CTC: 50% min.
- Moisture: 5% max.
- Ash: 15% max.
The product is being shipped to the UAE, also packaged in 25 kg bags. This shipment is accompanied by a bill of lading, as well as photographs of the packaging and the loading process, providing a complete record of the order and its delivery.
Activated Carbon Bill of Lading and Shipment Photos to the UAE
Current Status of the Activated Carbon Market in the UAE
The demand for activated carbon in the UAE continues to expand across various industrial and commercial areas, driven by increasing requirements for air quality management, industrial pollution control, and water treatment. Activated carbon is widely used in applications such as air filtration, industrial gas purification, water treatment, and odor removal.
However, the United Arab Emirates is not a traditional source of major activated carbon raw materials, such as coal, coconut shell, and wood. Compared with major activated carbon manufacturing countries such as China, the UAE has limited advantages in raw material availability and large-scale production supply chains. Consequently, imported activated carbon plays an important role in meeting the country’s diverse filtration and purification needs.
The UAE’s activated carbon supply network includes local distributors, trading companies, filtration equipment suppliers, and environmental engineering companies. Many of these businesses source activated carbon from international manufacturers and supply it directly to industrial end users or incorporate it into air and gas filtration systems.
Furthermore, by virtue of its strategic geographical location—connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa—as well as its well-developed port and logistics infrastructure, the UAE has become a key trade and distribution hub in the Middle East, with some imported activated carbon being re-exported to neighboring markets through local trade networks.
Different Applications Require Different Activated Carbon Specifications
Industrial and commercial filtration applications require activated carbon with different technical specifications.
For example, activated carbon used in air filter cartridges must be selected with consideration for diameter size, adsorption performance, dust content, and airflow resistance. In contrast, activated carbon for industrial gas purification often requires greater attention to adsorption capacity for specific contaminants, mechanical strength, bulk density, and service life.
Other important technical parameters include iodine value, CTC, and particle size distribution. Selecting suitable specifications is essential for achieving effective filtration performance and reliable operation.
As a result, activated carbon suppliers that can offer a wide range of product specifications and recommend suitable grades for specific applications have a competitive advantage in the UAE market.
China’s Advantage in Supplying Activated Carbon to the UAE
As one of the world’s major producers and exporters of activated carbon, China possesses a well-developed manufacturing supply chain, a diverse range of product types, and large-scale production capacity.
Chinese activated carbon manufacturers can supply coconut shell, coal, and wood activated carbon in various forms and specifications. They can also offer products with different particle sizes, iodine values, CTC, mechanical strengths, and bulk densities to meet the requirements of different filtration and purification systems.
These capabilities make China an important sourcing destination for UAE businesses seeking consistent-quality activated carbon with application-specific specifications.
Why Choose Heycarbons Activated Carbon?
In response to this market demand, Heycarbons supplied two clients in the UAE with bituminous coal pelletized activated carbon in different specifications, intended for use in air filter elements and industrial gas purification.
Although both orders utilize the same activated carbon raw material and product form, the specific parameters of the products selected vary based on different application conditions and technical requirements.
These two successful export projects demonstrate Heycarbons’ ability to supply application-specific coal pellet activated carbon for air filtration and industrial gas purification, helping customers select suitable products for their filtration systems.
Heycarbons has specialized in activated carbon for over 20 years, accumulating extensive experience in production, product application, and international export. Has obtained various relevant certificates. All required documents in place.
We are dedicated to providing global clients with professional, customized activated carbon solutions and reliable, seamless end-to-end export support.
If you have filtration or purification needs, please do not hesitate to contact the Heycarbons team. We will provide you with the most suitable activated carbon solution. Furthermore, as a factory-direct supplier, Heycarbons offers a distinct price advantage.
