The global activated carbon market is projected to expand from USD 6.1 billion in 2026 to USD 11.1 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate of 8.90%, according to a ResearchAndMarkets.com report added to its offering. Demand is being supported by stricter rules on emissions and wastewater, investment in municipal and industrial water treatment, greater awareness of air quality, and wider use across food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, electronics and environmental remediation. Powdered and granular activated carbon products are benefiting from improvements in activation processes, adsorption capacity, efficiency and application-specific design. Asia-Pacific is expected to lead global growth through 2033, with China and India driving demand in water treatment, manufacturing, purification and emissions control. The market includes Calgon Carbon Corporation, Jacobi Carbons AB, Kuraray Co., Ltd., Haycarb PLC, Donau Carbon GmbH, Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC, Carbotech AC GmbH & Co. KG, Ingevity Corporation and Norit, among other regional suppliers.