KARGEN was the first company in China to mass-produce MOFs. From our 10,000 m² R&D and production base in Zhuhai, we supply standard and application-specific MOF powders and dispersions to battery makers, HVAC and dehumidification OEMs, gas companies and carbon-capture developers worldwide — with batch documentation, scale-up support and engineering-level answers from PhD scientists.
Five benchmark frameworks most requested by overseas R&D and procurement teams — each available from gram-level evaluation lots to ton-scale contract supply.
Produced by a low-solvent mechanochemical route that improves batch consistency and cost at scale. ZIF-8 offers high thermal and chemical stability with hydrophobic pores, making it a go-to grade for CO₂ capture, lithium-ion separator coatings and catalyst supports.
Water-stable sorbent for atmospheric water harvesting, desiccant wheels and adsorption cooling.
A quick technical comparison prepared by our application engineers to help procurement and R&D teams shortlist grades before requesting samples.
| Grade | Metal Node / Linker | Key Material Trait | Typical Applications | Supply Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZIF-8 | Zinc / 2-methylimidazole | High thermal & chemical stability, hydrophobic micropores | CO₂ capture, Li-ion separator coating, catalyst support | Powder, dispersion |
| Al-FUM | Aluminium / fumaric acid | Steep S-shaped water uptake, hydrothermally stable, low-cost linker | Atmospheric water harvesting, dehumidification, adsorption cooling | Powder, dispersion |
| HKUST-1 | Copper / trimesic acid (BTC) | Open Cu metal sites, high gas affinity | Gas separation & storage, semiconductor specialty-gas purifiers | Powder |
| MIL-53(Al) | Aluminium / terephthalic acid | Flexible “breathing” pores, good thermal stability | Gas separation, VOC adsorption | Powder |
| MIL-88A(Fe) | Iron / fumaric acid | Iron-based, low toxicity, flexible framework | Water purification, pollutant removal, catalysis | Powder |
Batch-specific data such as BET surface area, particle size distribution and purity are provided with each lot. Request the full product catalog for current specifications, or ask our engineers to recommend a custom grade.
Guangdong Advanced Carbon Materials Co., Ltd. (KARGEN) was established by scholars returning from the United States, Germany and Sweden. We focus on the research, production and diversified application of metal-organic frameworks and nanopolymer materials — bridging the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and reliable commercial supply.
Located in the Xiangzhou Central District of Zhuhai, our campus combines a 1,800 m² R&D center, a 1,000 m² engineering research center and ton-scale production lines, so formulation, pilot validation and mass production happen under one roof.
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Independent intellectual property behind every KARGEN MOF grade. Click any certificate to view it in full resolution.
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Air-to-water harvesting is an emerging route to fresh water, and MOFs are rapidly replacing conventional desiccants. Compared with other water-collection technologies, MOFs need less energy per adsorption–desorption cycle and stay effective across a wider range of temperatures and humidity levels — opening new options for water supply in hot, arid regions.
Applying MOFs to air-conditioning systems removes humidity by adsorption, sharply reducing the latent-heat load the compressor must handle. In application tests, cooling power consumption fell by more than 50% after MOFs were introduced — a compelling lever for HVAC OEMs facing stricter efficiency standards.
Coating MOFs onto lithium battery separators improves electrolyte wettability and cycling stability. The MOF micropores also trap transition-metal ions released from the cathode and trace water in the electrolyte, protecting the SEI layer, suppressing side reactions and extending cycle life. MOFs are also being evaluated as fillers for solid-state electrolytes.
The microporous structure and tunable chemical environment of MOFs make them outstanding CO₂ adsorbents. They selectively capture CO₂ from flue gas or ambient air and require less energy for regeneration than traditional sorbents. MOFs have already been deployed in several CO₂ capture projects worldwide.
MOF pore structures can be engineered to selectively adsorb target gas molecules. This enables separation of light hydrocarbons in petrochemical plants, purification of specialty gases for semiconductor fabs, air separation for nitrogen or oxygen production, and solid-state hydrogen storage.
Turnkey MOF material solutions that transform emissions, moisture and waste streams into value for five high-growth markets.
Low-regeneration-energy sorbents for flue-gas and direct air capture units.
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Separator coatings and electrolyte additives that extend cycle life.
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Higher water uptake at low humidity with lower regeneration temperatures.
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Selective adsorbents for hydrocarbons, specialty gases and air separation.
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High-porosity frameworks for safer solid-state H₂ storage research.
ExploreStandardized production processes, controlled production systems and digital product inspection ensure every shipment matches the material you qualified.
50+ employees including 10 PhDs. R&D accounts for over 60% of headcount, and more than 80% of researchers hold master's or doctoral degrees.
40+ MOF products developed and scaled for leading enterprises across industries — from lab-scale screening to ton-scale delivery.
Standardized processes and digital inspection records for each batch support supplier qualification, traceability and repeat-order consistency.
China's first MOF mass producer, backed by 20 granted patents, 100+ academic papers and partnerships with 70+ research institutions.
Email your application, target properties and expected volume. Our engineers reply within one business day.
Qualified projects receive free evaluation samples with batch data; shipping is covered by the buyer.
We tune particle size, form (powder or dispersion) or framework chemistry under OEM/ODM terms.
Validated recipes transfer to ton-scale lines with consistent quality and documented inspection.
Take a virtual tour of the laboratories, production lines and workspaces where your MOF materials are developed and manufactured.
Application notes, research digests and company updates written by KARGEN scientists.
How tunable MOF pores and functional sites adsorb heavy metals, dyes and emerging organic contaminants — and which stability criteria buyers should check before scaling a water-treatment project.
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Young researchers toured our R&D center and production lines to discuss MOF industrialization.
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Why MOF interlayers help regulate Li-ion flux, suppress dendrites and extend cycle life.
ReadStraight answers to the questions overseas buyers ask most before sampling or placing a bulk MOF order.
Yes. Companies developing MOF applications can receive 1–5 g of free evaluation samples; shipping is paid by the buyer. Email a short description of your business focus and the material properties you need to qualify.
Standard grades are supplied as dry powders and liquid dispersions, with adjustable particle size. You can buy off-the-shelf grades or commission custom development.
We operate a 10,000 m² R&D and production base with ton-scale MOF capacity, and were the first company in China to achieve MOF mass production.
Yes. Our team has developed 40+ MOF products and works with 70+ research institutions, covering lab screening, pilot scale-up and ton-scale supply for your proprietary application.
We guarantee a reply to every inquiry email within one business day, regardless of time-zone differences.
Get the full KARGEN product catalog with grade comparisons and supply options, or speak directly with an application engineer about your project.
