Activated Carbon, N₂ Gas Separation & PFAS Solutions

R&D Activated Carbon

We have proprietary technologies and extensive expertise that enable us to control the pore size and capacity of activated carbon to meet specific application requirements and enhance the required performance.

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Wastewater Treatment

Activated carbon is gaining attention as an effective solution for removing PFAS, an organic fluorinated compound that has become a growing environmental concern in recent years.

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What Is Activated Carbon?

Activated carbon is a highly porous material that removes organic compounds through adsorption. Learn how it works, key types, raw materials, and industrial applications.

Learn about the structure and raw materials of activated carbon

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What is Activated Carbon?

Featured Solutions

PFAS Removal with Activated Carbon

PFAS regulations continue to tighten worldwide, and standards for PFAS in drinking water and bottled mineral water are also being strengthened in Japan. Leveraging our extensive track record in the United States and beyond, Kuraray offers optimal activated carbon solutions for effective and reliable PFAS removal.

PFAS Removal Technology: Calgon Carbon

PFAS Removal with Activated Carbon

Next-Generation Battery Materials

As a material supporting next-generation energy technologies, activated carbon plays an important role in the battery field. Its high conductivity, large surface area, and chemical stability contribute to improved performance and longer battery life.

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PSA Type Nitrogen Gas Generator System

Nitrogen gas can be generated using only electricity and air. This eliminates the need for cylinder replacement and concerns about running out of gas, significantly reducing gas costs. In recent years, it has been used in a wide range of applications, including explosion prevention at nuclear power plants and installation on ships.

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Applications

As a leading company in activated carbon and functional related products,
Kuraray has an extensive track record across a wide range of applications.

Water Purification, Food & Beverage

Water Purification

Food & Beverage

Environmental Protection

Industrial Air Emissions

Catalyst & Purification

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Why Choose Us

1. Supply capacity and reliability as the world's largest activated carbon manufacturer

Kuraray Group operates manufacturing sites in the United States, Europe, and Asia, offering strong supply capabilities. Leveraging our global network, we provide solutions to customer challenges.

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2. A broad portfolio of raw materials and products

Kuraray Group manufactures activated carbon from coconut shell, coal, and wood. By maximizing the characteristics of each raw material, we offer a comprehensive product lineup from general-purpose activated carbon to high-performance grades and equipment that uses them, contributing to solving customer issues.

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3. Expertise in activated carbon pore control across various applications

Kuraray Group has proprietary technologies and deep expertise that enable us to adjust pore size and capacity according to application needs and produce activated carbon with enhanced functionality. We propose the most suitable products and solutions tailored to each customer's operating environment and application.

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We answer questions such as “What types of activated carbon does Kuraray offer?” and “How are they used?”

Activated Carbon Product Application Guide

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We provide an overview of activated carbon by shape, along with a list of grades, raw materials, and main applications.

Activated Carbon Grade List