Size: Available in various forms including pads (12" x 12" to 48" x 48"), rolls (up to 100 feet), socks (3" to 8" diameter, 10' to 20' length), and loose granules (bulk or bagged).
Grade: Universal (for oils and water-based liquids), oil-only (hydrophobic), or hazmat (for aggressive chemicals like acids and solvents).
Viscosity: Designed to absorb liquids with viscosities ranging from light solvents (low viscosity) to heavy oils (high viscosity).
Buoyancy: Oil-only absorbents float on water, while universal and hazmat absorbents may sink or disperse depending on saturation.
Material: Polypropylene (most common), cellulose, clay, or specialty polymers (for hazardous chemicals).
Absorption Capacity: Typically 10-30 times own weight (varies by material and liquid type).
pH Resistance: Some variants withstand pH ranges from 0-14 for acid/alkali spills.
Temperature Tolerance: -40°F to +300°F (-40°C to +150°C) for standard polypropylene; higher for specialty materials.
Color Coding: White (oil-only), gray (universal), yellow (hazmat) for easy identification.
Decomposition Rate: Synthetic options non-biodegradable; plant-based options decompose in 1-5 years.
