1.Physical (Absorbent) Sorbents – For Oil and Water
These are the most commonly used sorbents in industry, workshops, and logistics.
| Type / Brand | Material | Main Application | Advantages |
| Mineral granules (e.g., Sorbent Type III R) | Diatomaceous earth, sepiolite, pumice | Universal, for use on solid surfaces.. | Good price, high abrasion resistance, high absorbency. |
| RE-ABSORBENT OIL (Granules) | Polyurethane foam (100% recycled) | Selective, for removing oil spills from water and land. | Water repellency, extreme absorbency (up to 600%), 100% recyclable, low dusting.. |
| Synthetic sorbents (e.g., polypropylene) | Polypropylene fibers (mats, rolls, cushions, sleeves) | Ideal for large spills and leaks on water. | Water repellency (repels water, absorbs only oil), very high absorbency, lightness. |
| Natural fibers (e.g., cellulose, peat) | Modified peat, cellulose, cotton | Absorption on water and land surfaces, environmentally friendly. | Renewable, biodegradable, often lighter than mineral oils. |
| Universal sorbent (gray/gray-blue) | Loose material or nonwoven fabric | For water- and oil-based liquids. | Absorbs both water and hydrocarbon liquids, flexible application. |
2. Chemical Sorbents (Neutralizing) – For Acids and Hazardous Substances
These sorbents are essential in laboratories, battery rooms, and anywhere where corrosive substances are stored.
| Type / Ingredient | Material | Main Application | Advantages |
| Limestone/Dolomite | Calcium oxide, calcium carbonate | For neutralizing acids (e.g., sulfuric acid from batteries). | A neutralization reaction that changes the pH of the leak.. |
| Amphoteric sorbents | A mixture of minerals and hydroxides | Neutralization of substances with a wide range of acids and bases. | They react with substances with extreme pH values, producing a safer mixture. |
| Highly specialized sorbent (yellow) | Polypropylene or mineral material | To unknown or toxic substances (HAZMAT). | In addition to neutralization, it provides high protection against aggressive chemicals. |
