Adsorbi announced the commercial launch of Arbomax, a cellulose-based air filter media designed for gaseous pollutant removal in recirculating airflow systems. Making the announcement through an April 28 Press Release, Adsorbi said the product is engineered for use in air purifiers and HVAC systems across residential, commercial and industrial environments.

Adsorbi said it developed Arbomax in collaboration with global air purification and filtration companies. The filter media, it said, is capable of capturing gaseous pollutants, including aldehydes, ammonia, sulphur dioxide and organic acids. Adsorbi added that the material is designed to operate in active airflow environments while preventing pollutant re-release after capture.

Adsorbi said the launch marks its entry into the molecular air filtration segment, building on its earlier experience in passive airflow applications. Adsorbi said the focus of its previous products is on protecting artwork in museums and removing household odours.

Adsorbi said Arbomax extends its cellulose-based chemistry into active airflow applications, requiring several years of research, surface chemistry development and testing with industry partners. Adsorbi said the product is designed for applications including laboratories, electronics manufacturing, aviation cabins and retail environments.

Hanna Munge, CEO and Co-Founder, Adsorbi, said: “Active airflow filtration is where cellulose-based materials can make the biggest impact, replacing fossil-based adsorbents in applications across buildings, vehicles and manufacturing facilities worldwide. Arbomax helps customers achieve cost savings and sustainability objectives at the same time.”

Adsorbi said activated carbon remains the dominant material in molecular filtration but highlighted its environmental impact, particularly when derived from coal or coconut shells. Adsorbi said Arbomax uses cellulose sourced from sustainably managed Nordic forests and is manufactured in Europe, offering supply chain transparency.

Adsorbi said independent analysis shows that Arbomax is able to achieve a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional activated carbon materials. Adsorbi said the product is designed to extend filter lifetime, reduce maintenance requirements and minimise system downtime.

Adsorbi said the material is produced in Sweden and is intended for use in environments where recirculated air could concentrate gaseous pollutants, including offices, schools, healthcare facilities and industrial manufacturing sites. Adsorbi said pollutants such as formaldehyde pose ongoing exposure risks in such environments.

Dr Kinga Grenda, CTO and Co-Founder, Adsorbi, said: “The science behind Arbomax has been rigorously validated, and it has been exciting to see how far we can take the technology. Aldehydes, ammonia, SO2 and organic acids are pollutants present at every level of industry and cause real harm to human health and the environment. This launch marks our transformation from passive to active airflow applications, entering the largest applications of the air filtration industry, and it’s just the beginning.”

Adsorbi said the global air filtration market is expanding due to stricter Indoor Air Quality regulations, increasing ESG requirements and growing awareness of health impacts linked to gaseous pollution. Adsorbi said Arbomax represents a cellulose-based solution designed for active airflow molecular filtration.

Adsorbi said it would be showcasing Arbomax at Filtech in Cologne in June.