Where these sorbents fit in extraction
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Color remediation & polishing: reduce pigments, oxidized fractions, heavy color bodies
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Selective adsorption: target polar compounds, trace metals, process impurities
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Solvent care: drying and purification of hydrocarbons and polar solvents
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Chromatography support: silica and alumina-based separations during refinement
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Distillation prep: cleaner feedstocks for more stable runs and lighter post-treatment
“Light scrub” vs “Aggressive scrub”- without the mystique
Some cannabis filtration media are marketed under special names, but the outcomes map to well-known industrial sorbents. We describe materials by true specifications and typical outcomes so you can choose confidently.
| Outcome / Use |
Common Positioning |
Industrial Material at Sorbents Direct |
Notes |
Light scrub
Fresh inputs; preserve volatiles
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Often presented as “gentle polishing” media |
Ultra Clear (mild activity) |
Brightens while maintaining desirable fractions. |
Aggressive scrub (Granule)
Darker inputs; heavy color removal
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Often presented as “aggressive remediation” media |
Microsorb (high-affinity zeolitic/clay blend) |
Higher capacity for oxidized color bodies and stubborn impurities. |
Aggressive scrub (Powder)
Bleaching earth / heavy pigments
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Bleaching clay / aggressive remediation media |
B80 (naturally active bentonite clay) |
High capacity for color bodies and oxidized compounds; verify dose and flow with small trials. |
Moisture control
Solvent & process drying
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Desiccant / drying media |
3A molecular sieve (water-selective) · 4A molecular sieve (water + small polar) |
Use 3A for water selectivity; 4A for broader pickup. |
| Fine polishing / chromatography |
Neutral media / fine filter aid |
Silica Gel (Chromatocel S-060) |
Neutral surface; predictable flow distribution and precise separation. |
| Polar impurity adsorption |
Scrub for polar residues |
Activated Alumina |
High surface area; regenerable under controlled conditions. |
Why teams switch to Sorbents Direct
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Transparent sourcing: Industrial materials from trusted global manufacturers (e.g., Oildri, Delta adsorbents, Evonik, Carbon Activated Corp) with authentic specs.
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Bulk formats that match reality: pallets, bulk bags, super sacks - priced to move production, not samples.
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Documentation on demand: SDS, COA, TDS supplied with quotes and POs.
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No “green tax” pricing: we publish the material name and composition so you can compare outcomes directly.
FAQ
Are these the same as branded cannabis media?
We supply the industrial materials those branded products are based on. Rather than rename them, we publish real specifications (chemistry, pore size, particle profile) so you can compare by outcome.
How do I choose between a light vs aggressive scrub?
Start with
Ultra Clear for fresh or lightly pigmented inputs. Use
Microsorb when you need heavier color removal or deeper polishing. Run small trials to confirm dose and flow for your system.
Do you offer smaller than pallet quantities?
Our pricing is typically structured around pallet and multi-pallet orders to maintain the best possible value. For smaller needs, reach out, we can often consolidate shipments or find an efficient path that keeps freight and material costs balanced.
As customer demand builds around certain sorbents, we continue expanding our stocked inventory and available packaging sizes to support growing operations without losing industrial-level pricing.
Can zeolites and alumina be regenerated?
Certain sieves and alumina grades can be regenerated with controlled heat and dry purge; consult the TDS/SDS for temperature limits and safety procedures, or
ask our team.
Need help mapping current media to industrial equivalents?
Tell us what you’re using today and your target outcomes. We’ll suggest spec-matched materials and send documentation.
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