Carbon aerogel materials synthesized from recycle paper and their VOC adsorbtion capacity

Abstract

This study presented the process of synthesizing carbon aerogel materials from waste paper for the purpose of absorbing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The fabricated materials showed suitable properties as adsorbent materials: low density, high porosity and large surface area. The carbonization temperature and density of carbon aerogel were studied and showed a clear influence on the adsorption capacity of the materials. The adsorption capacity of the material has been tested and it is shown that it can reach 400 mg/g for toluene and acetone.