HKUST-1 by Aarvi Energy Filtrex & Environmental Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is an advanced copper-based Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) nanomaterial widely used in membrane technology, gas separation, adsorption systems, catalysis, environmental engineering, hydrogen storage, carbon capture, and advanced material science applications. HKUST-1, also known as MOF-199 or Cu-BTC, is composed of copper metal centers linked with benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylate (BTC) organic ligands, forming a highly porous crystalline framework with exceptional surface area and adsorption capability.
HKUST-1 is extensively utilized in mixed matrix membranes (MMMs), nanocomposite membranes, gas storage systems, catalytic applications, pollutant adsorption technologies, and environmental remediation research for improving membrane selectivity, permeability, and separation efficiency. The material is highly valued for its large porosity, excellent thermal stability, and tunable structural properties.
Key Features:
Extremely high surface area and porosity
Excellent gas adsorption and storage capability
Superior thermal and chemical stability
High crystallinity and structural uniformity
Excellent compatibility with membrane fabrication systems
Enhances membrane permeability and selectivity
Suitable for mixed matrix and nanocomposite membrane development
Excellent catalytic and adsorption properties
Suitable for advanced gas separation and environmental applications
Reliable performance in laboratory and industrial research systems
Technical Specifications:
Material Type: HKUST-1
Alternative Names:
MOF-199
Cu-BTC
Material Category: Copper-Based Metal-Organic Framework (MOF)
Composition:
Copper Metal Centers
Benzene-1,3,5-Tricarboxylate (BTC) Organic Linkers
Available Forms:
Crystalline Powder
Nanoparticles
Functionalized HKUST-1
Properties:
High Surface Area
Large Porosity
Gas Adsorption Capability
Catalytic Activity
Structural Stability
Selective Separation Characteristics
Compatibility:
Mixed Matrix Membranes (MMMs)
Nanocomposite Membranes
Gas Separation Systems
Adsorption and Catalytic Applications
Applications:
Gas Separation Membrane Development
Carbon Dioxide Capture and Storage
Hydrogen Storage Applications
Mixed Matrix Membrane Fabrication
Nanocomposite Membrane Research
Water and Wastewater Treatment Systems
Adsorption and Purification Technologies
Catalytic and Chemical Processing Applications
Environmental Remediation Research
Academic and Industrial R&D Projects
Advantages of HKUST-1:
Exceptional adsorption and gas storage performance
Enhances membrane separation efficiency and permeability
Suitable for advanced gas separation technologies
Excellent compatibility with membrane fabrication systems
Supports next-generation nanotechnology and environmental research
High porosity and selective molecular separation capability
Widely used in laboratory and advanced industrial research applications
