Safety Documentation & Technical Datasheet
Is Activated Carbon Safe for Cats?
Purrify Activated Carbon - Granular Coconut Shell Carbon (8x30 Mesh)
The definitive guide to activated carbon safety for cats. Learn how filtration-grade carbon eliminates litter box odors through true adsorption, its non-toxic properties, and why it's a safer alternative to heavily scented sprays.
Laboratory-Tested Purity
Sourced and activated to meet rigorous drinking-water and quality standards. No added chemicals.
Premium Coconut Shell Granules
High-micropore activated granules optimized to pull ammonia INTO the carbon, not mask it.
Why Purrify is the Safest Choice for Your Cat
Ditch the baking soda dust and overpowering fragrances. Here's why activated carbon is superior and completely cat-safe.
Non-Toxic & Verified Safe
Activated carbon is so safe it's routinely used in veterinary clinics worldwide as an oral treatment for pet poison ingestion. It's completely non-toxic and fragrance-free.
True Molecular Adsorption
Instead of masking smells with artificial perfumes that irritate your cat's sensitive respiratory system, our carbon physically pulls odor molecules INTO its microscopic pores and traps them forever.
Premium Coarse Granules (Low Dust)
We use coarse 8x30 mesh granules instead of fine dust. This means virtually zero dust kicking up when your cat digs, protecting both of your lungs.
100% Sustainable Coconut Shell
Sourced from renewable coconut shells, activated entirely by steam and pressure. Zero synthetic chemicals, just nature's most powerful odor sponge.
Best Practices & Safe Usage
Purrify is designed to be sprinkled directly onto your cat's litter. Because we use dense, low-dust granules, it stays put even when your cat scratches. For other small pets like rodents or rabbits, we recommend keeping the carbon contained in a breathable, sealed pouch near their enclosure. Always maintain good ventilation in pet areas.
Activated carbon (charcoal) is a recognized tool in pet poison management and is listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center as part of veterinary treatment protocols. (Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control)Technical Specifications
Engineered for maximum ammonia capture.
Contact Purrify support if you require batch-specific certificate data.
| Property | Specification Range |
|---|---|
| Iodine Number | >= 1000 mg/g |
| Moisture (as packed) | <= 5% |
| CTC Adsorption | >= 50% |
| Ash Content | <= 4% |
| Hardness | >= 98% |
| Apparent Density | ~430-540 kg/m3 |
| BET Surface Area | ~1050 m2/g |
Optimized Granule Size
8x30 mesh (2.36 - 0.60 mm) - the ideal weight to stay in the litter box, prevent tracking, and minimize dust.
Additional mesh sizes are available for industrial or wholesale requests.
Certifications & Compliance
Manufactured to meet the highest safety benchmarks.
NSF/ANSI 61 and AWWA B604 guideline alignment
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) compliant
Halal and Kosher compliant
Produced via 100% steam activation (no chemical activation)
Proven Applications
- Litter box odor elimination (ammonia and mercaptans)
- High-grade water purification and air filtration
- Multi-cat environments and high-odor zones
- Veterinary and clinical odor control
Understanding Ammonia Risks
Ammonia from cat urine is the most common indoor air quality concern for cat owners. Learn about the science and health implications.