Nanping Yuanli Active Carbon Company（南平元力活性炭有限公司）is a leading Chinese manufacturer of activated carbon, headquartered in Nanping, Fujian Province. With more than two decades of specialization in activated carbon production and export, Yuanli has established itself as a top-tier supplier for applications across water purification, food processing, pharmaceuticals, air filtration, and industrial chemical processing.
Core Business
Yuanli Active Carbon’s core business revolves around the production, development, and global distribution of high-grade powdered, granular, and extruded activated carbon. The company operates across the full supply chain—from raw material procurement and carbonization to activation, screening, and packaging—ensuring superior quality control and cost competitiveness.
Product and Service Offerings
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Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC)
- Used in sugar decolorization, pharmaceutical purification, beverage filtration, and wastewater treatment.
- Known for its high surface area, low ash content, and fast adsorption kinetics.
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Granular Activated Carbon (GAC)
- Applied in municipal and industrial water treatment, gold recovery, and organic solvent recovery.
- Available in various mesh sizes and pore structures tailored to specific adsorption requirements.
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Extruded Activated Carbon
- Cylindrical-shaped carbon used in air purification, gas phase adsorption, VOC removal, and as catalyst carriers.
- Offers low pressure drop and high mechanical strength for packed bed applications.
Specialization and Core USP
Yuanli’s specialization lies in its high-temperature steam activation process and raw material selection, particularly using selected wood chips and sawdust. Key USPs include:
- In-house carbonization and activation furnaces with PLC-controlled process monitoring.
- Customizable product parameters: iodine value, ash content, moisture, hardness, and pore size distribution.
- Strong R&D focus on high-performance carbon for niche applications such as pharma, edible oil filtration, and gas purification.
Financial Overview
As one of the earliest and most established activated carbon manufacturers in Fujian Province:
- Estimated annual production capacity exceeds 15,000 metric tons of activated carbon.
- Yuanli exports account for over 60% of its total sales, with core markets in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.
- Continuous reinvestment into environmental protection equipment, indicating long-term financial stability and regulatory compliance.
Shipment Data
Based on global trade platforms and export tracking:
- Regular container shipments of powdered and granular activated carbon to clients in India, USA, Germany, and Indonesia.
- Verified participation in long-term supply contracts for municipal water boards and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
- Custom export packaging in 25kg, 500kg, and 1MT bags depending on buyer requirements.
Target Market
Nanping Yuanli Active Carbon serves a wide range of industries:
- Water Treatment Plants: Municipal and industrial clients for dechlorination and impurity removal.
- Food and Beverage Processors: Especially in sugar, wine, and juice industries.
- Pharmaceutical Companies: For purification of raw materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients.
- Air Filtration and Environmental Engineering Firms: Gas purification and VOC control.
- Gold Mining Operations: Activated carbon for CIP/CIL processes in gold recovery.
Capabilities
- Manufacturing complex equipped with multiple rotary kilns and vertical activation furnaces.
- In-house laboratory for quality assurance with testing for iodine number, molasses value, ash, density, and pH.
- Strong technical support team offering guidance on carbon selection, dosing, and regeneration.
- OEM/ODM services available for private label branding and specialty carbon blends.
Certifications and Compliance
Yuanli Active Carbon products are compliant with major quality and environmental standards:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems
- Products meet AWWA B600, NSF, and food-grade standards for various regions
- Available documentation includes COA, MSDS, TDS, and REACH registration support for European clients
Customer Testimonials
Feedback from global buyers on industry platforms and B2B marketplaces indicate:
- High product reliability and batch-to-batch consistency.
- Commended for fast response times, technical assistance, and export readiness.
- Valued by long-term clients for flexibility in meeting customized adsorption specs and competitive pricing.
Major Achievements
- Recognized as a Key Export Enterprise in Fujian Province’s fine chemical sector.
- Participated in Aquatech China, IFAT Munich, and other international water treatment expos.
- Developed specialized activated carbon grades for gold extraction, edible oil filtration, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
- Built strong supply partnerships with government environmental projects and large-scale industrial zones in Southeast Asia.
Nanping Yuanli Active Carbon Company continues to deliver high-performance carbon solutions worldwide, integrating environmental responsibility, innovation, and service excellence to support clean water, air, and industrial sustainability.
