K-Sorb Hydrophobic Absorbent – Repels Water, Soaks Up Oil

Spillmaster’s K-Sorb Hydrophobic Absorbent is designed for fast, selective absorption of hydrocarbons while actively repelling water. Whether you’re dealing with oil, petrol, diesel, or solvents, this product is the perfect solution for wet conditions, drains, and outdoor environments where water contamination is a concern.

Unlike general-purpose absorbents that absorb everything, K-Sorb targets hydrocarbons only. This makes it ideal for outdoor use, on water, or in rain-exposed areas. It’s widely used in civil construction, mining, maintenance facilities, and anywhere oils need to be removed from wet surfaces or watercourses without collecting excess moisture.

K-Sorb Hydrophobic Absorbent handling spills!

What Is K‑Sorb?

K‑Sorb — also known as hydrophobic absorbent, oil‑only absorbent granules, selective hydrocarbon absorbent, or water‑repellent spill absorbent — is a specialised granular material designed to absorb oils, fuels and hydrocarbons while repelling water. It selectively removes oily contaminants from wet surfaces, drains, sumps and outdoor spill areas without taking on water. K‑Sorb is ideal for workshops, service stations, marine environments and any site where oil‑only spill control is required.

Key Features

• Selectively absorbs hydrocarbons like oil, petrol, diesel, and solvents
• Repels water – perfect for drains, stormwater outlets, and wet surfaces
• Lightweight, non-toxic, and safe to handle
• High absorption capacity with minimal dust
• Complies with Australian workplace safety standards

Best Applications

K-Sorb is especially effective in outdoor and water-prone environments:

• Spill response around drains and bunded areas
• Mining and heavy equipment washdown bays
• Outdoor workshops and fuel handling zones
• Marinas and boat maintenance sites
• Stormwater protection and filtration

Use with Oil & Fuel Spill Kits

K-Sorb is the perfect refill or upgrade component for Oil & Fuel Spill Kits. If you operate in wet or marine areas, adding hydrophobic absorbents can significantly improve your spill response performance. You can also browse our full range of Spill Kit Components to customise your site safety setup.

WHS Compliance

This absorbent supports your spill control plan in line with Safe Work Australia recommendations. It’s a practical way to protect stormwater systems and meet environmental responsibilities when operating in high-risk spill areas.

If you need advice on how K-Sorb can improve your spill strategy, contact the Spillmaster team. We’re here to help you choose the right absorbent for your specific site conditions and compliance needs.

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