Activated Carbon Market Analysis

Raw Material (Coal, Coconut Shell, Wood Based)

The coal segment in the activated carbon market is estimated to gain the largest revenue share of 42 % over the projected time frame. The segment's expansion may be related to the rise in demand for portable, clean drinking water since carbon has a larger surface area, mesopores that can more readily absorb contaminants, and microspores that can be used as inexpensive filter media. The Environmental Protection Agency claims that activated charcoal filters are capable of effectively removing 225 pollutants. The greatest precursor for activating carbon is thought to be coal since it has a high carbon content, is widely accessible in nature, is cheap, and has a number of other benefits.

End-User (Water Treatment, Air Purification, Pharmaceutical & Medical Technology)

Activated carbon market from the water treatment segment is expected to garner a significant share. Since individuals and factories discharge their waste into the water, increasing water pollution may be used to explain the segment's rise. On average, houses throughout the world emit around 45% of their wastewater that is not adequately treated.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

Raw Material	Coal Coconut Shell Wood Based
Type	Powdered Granular Extruded Activated Carbon
Application	Liquid Phase Gas Phase
End-User	Water Treatment Air Purification Pharmaceutical & Medical Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2025, the industry size of activated carbon is estimated at USD 5.13 billion.

The activated carbon market size was valued at USD 4.78 billion in 2024 and is expected to cross USD 14.96 billion by the end of 2037, registering more than 9.1% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. Increasing air pollution, water pollution and demand of pharmaceuticals will boost the market growth.

North America is predicted to see substantial expansion with a 25% revenue share by 2037, owing to increasing demand for water treatment services in the region.

The major players in the market include Donau Chemie Group, Cabot Corporation, Puragen Activated Carbons, CarboTech AC GmbH, Activated Carbon technologies Pty Ltd, Silcarbon Aktivkohle GmbH, The Ingevity Group, DESOTEC Activated carbon, CPL Activated Carbons, Haycarb Pvt. Ltd., Norit.

Activated Carbon Market Analysis