Sugar Refining

Activated carbon, a highly porous material with a vast surface area, has been widely employed in the sugar refining process to enhance the quality and purity of the final product. Its unique adsorption properties allow it to effectively remove impurities, improve color, and enhance the overall sensory characteristics of refined sugar.

Activated Carbon’s Role in Sugar Refining

1. Color Improvement

2. Impurity Removal including:

   • Organic compounds
   • Odor Removal

3. Fining and Polishing: Activated carbon can be used to fine and polish sugar solutions, removing suspended particles and improving their clarity. This can enhance the visual appeal of the sugar and contribute to its overall quality.

The choice of activated carbon for sugar refining depends on the specific goals and requirements of the producer. Factors such as the type of sugar being refined, the desired level of purity, and the nature of impurities present in the raw material should be considered.

Activated carbon can be added to the sugar solution at various stages of the refining process, including after clarification or before crystallization. The contact time between the activated carbon and the sugar solution, as well as the temperature and pH conditions, can influence the effectiveness of the treatment.

We have an extensive range of information sheets to provide guidance on common issues relating to activated carbon selection and usage in name of application goes here applications.