Learn how tannin-based flocculants improve water quality while minimising environmental impact.
Tanfloc is a tannin-based coagulant ideal for wastewater treatment applications. Made from Acacia tree bark, it offers an organic alternative to metal-based coagulants that rely on aluminum, iron, or other heavy metals.
Being largely biodegradable, Tanfloc helps reduce sludge disposal challenges. In many instances, organic-based sludge treated with Tanfloc can be composted, biodigested for biogas production, or safely spread onto farm pastures, supporting environmentally friendly waste management practices.
The product quickly and completely breaks down during biological treatment. It works effectively as a primary coagulant or as a supporting flocculation agent and is compatible with most commonly used wastewater treatment products.
Suitable for the food, mining, and petrochemical industries, Tanfloc is available in custom-made concentrations tailored to specific wastewater treatment needs. Our technical team ensures accurate dosing through sampling and testing, maximizing treatment efficiency while minimizing waste.
At Tanfloc, our mission is to revolutionize wastewater treatment by providing a sustainable, high-performance alternative to traditional metal-based coagulants. For over 15 years, Tanfloc has been at the forefront of innovation, earning global recognition for its exceptional ability to reduce sludge contamination and lower the carbon footprint of industrial and municipal wastewater processes.
Designed specifically for industrial facilities—especially those utilizing DAF or clarifier units—and municipal water and wastewater plants, Tanfloc tackles the pressing challenge of contaminated sludge laden with iron or aluminum. By reducing sludge production by over 30% compared to conventional alternatives, our biodegradable and non-toxic formula not only enhances process efficiency but also unlocks new value from by-products. Treated sludge can now be safely repurposed for composting, biogas production, or even drinking water treatment, reinforcing the principles of a circular economy.
Moreover, Tanfloc is a carbon-negative solution. For every tonne of CO₂ emitted during its production, 21 tonnes are absorbed by the world’s largest acacia forest—a testament to our commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
Through Tanfloc, we empower companies to move away from harmful, GHG-emitting chemicals, transforming wastewater treatment into a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable process for communities and industries worldwide.
Tanfloc is engineered to deliver robust performance across diverse wastewater treatment applications. Whether used as a primary coagulant or a supporting flocculation agent, it efficiently reduces sludge production and seamlessly integrates into existing treatment processes.
Our formulation is environmentally conscious—laregly biodegradable, non-toxic, and carbon-negative. Tanfloc not only minimizes the carbon footprint but also facilitates the safe reuse of treated by-products, supporting sustainable wastewater management.
Specifically designed for systems like DAF and clarifier units, Tanfloc precisely addresses contaminants in industrial and municipal wastewater. Its targeted action ensures the reduction of metal-based sludge, leading to cleaner water and enhanced treatment efficiency.
The food and beverage industry generates significant amounts of wastewater containing organic matter, oils, greases, sugars, and other contaminants. Tanfloc effectively treats this type of wastewater by binding suspended particles, fats, and proteins, forming larger aggregates that can be easily separated from the water.
Its natural tannin-based composition makes it particularly suitable for food-related processes, ensuring that no harmful residues remain in the treated water. Tanfloc’s biodegradability also supports eco-friendly waste management by enabling organic sludge to be composted, biodigested, or safely disposed of on agricultural land.
Water quality is a critical challenge in mining operations, particularly in managing dam water from underground and open-cut sites. These water bodies often experience algal growth due to nutrient accumulation, leading to operational and environmental concerns. Algae can increase turbidity, clog pipelines, and create biofouling risks in downstream treatment processes.
Tanfloc offers an effective and eco-friendly solution by binding algae and suspended solids, facilitating their removal through sedimentation or flotation. This significantly improves water clarity and reduces the organic load that feeds further algal blooms, helping mining operations maintain compliance with environmental regulations while minimising the use of synthetic chemicals.
Additionally, Tanfloc plays a crucial role in protecting ultrafiltration (UF) and reverse osmosis (RO) membranes by reducing extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) produced by algae. EPS contributes to biofouling, which decreases filtration efficiency, increases energy consumption, and shortens membrane lifespan. By reducing EPS and other organic contaminants, Tanfloc helps extend membrane life, lower maintenance costs, and optimise water recovery processes in mining operations.
Mining sites that rely on water recycling or discharge into the environment can benefit from Tanfloc’s ability to enhance sludge dewatering and reduce overall chemical usage. Its natural composition aligns with sustainability goals, making it an excellent choice for responsible water management in the mining sector.
The dairy and cattle industries produce some of the most challenging wastewater streams, with high concentrations of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), total suspended solids (TSS), fats, oils, and grease (FOG), as well as total nitrogen (TN) and total phosphorus (TP). These pollutants, if not properly managed, can lead to significant environmental impacts and increased treatment costs.
Tanfloc effectively targets these contaminants, enhancing the coagulation and flocculation process to separate solids and organic matter before discharge or further treatment. This improves compliance with strict wastewater regulations while reducing the need for costly chemical treatments.
Additionally, Tanfloc’s natural formulation enhances the dewatering process of organic sludge, making it easier to manage and repurpose. The resulting biosolids can be composted, biodigested for biogas production, or safely used as fertiliser on agricultural land, creating a closed-loop waste management system that benefits both the industry and the environment.
Industries across various sectors generate wastewater with high levels of organic matter, total suspended solids (TSS), and fats, oils, and grease (FOGs), requiring efficient treatment solutions. Tanfloc provides a versatile and sustainable alternative to conventional coagulants by promoting rapid coagulation and separation of contaminants.
Unlike metallic coagulants, Tanfloc’s natural tannin-based formulation reduces chemical residues in treated water while supporting sludge dewatering and disposal. This makes it particularly valuable for industries that generate complex organic wastewater, such as food processing, abattoirs, and beverage production.
Tanfloc can be integrated into primary or tertiary treatment processes, improving overall efficiency while lowering operational costs. By reducing organic loads before biological treatment stages, it also helps optimise downstream processes like anaerobic digestion and nutrient recovery.
Additionally, Tanfloc’s chelating effect enhances the removal of heavy metals from wastewater, binding and precipitating metals such as iron, copper, and zinc. This helps industries comply with discharge regulations and reduces the risk of environmental contamination, particularly for facilities dealing with metal-laden effluents from manufacturing, mining, and industrial processes.
Agricultural operations face growing challenges in waste and wastewater management, particularly in ensuring that nutrient-rich waste streams are repurposed efficiently. Tanfloc plays a key role in producing high-quality biosolids free of heavy metals, making them safe for agricultural use as organic fertilisers.
These biosolids contain valuable phosphorus (TP) and nitrogen (TN), which are essential for plant growth and soil enrichment. By using Tanfloc-treated biosolids, farms can reduce dependency on synthetic fertilisers, improve soil health, and support sustainable farming practices.
Additionally, Tanfloc can be used to treat irrigation runoff and livestock wastewater, ensuring that excess nutrients do not contribute to environmental pollution. This makes it an ideal solution for integrating circular economy principles into modern agricultural practices.
Tanfloc is a safe and effective coagulant for municipal water treatment plants, offering a natural alternative to traditional coagulants. It is NSF-certified for potable water applications and can be used in both primary and tertiary treatment stages.
In drinking water treatment, Tanfloc efficiently reduces turbidity, chemical oxygen demand (COD), and total suspended solids (TSS), improving overall water clarity. It can also act as an auxiliary coagulant in flocculation to optimise chemical usage and reduce sludge production.
Municipal wastewater treatment plants can integrate Tanfloc into their systems to enhance sludge dewatering, reduce disposal costs, and improve final effluent quality. Its biodegradable nature ensures minimal environmental impact while maintaining high water treatment standards.
By adopting Tanfloc, water utilities can achieve greater sustainability, lower operational costs, and improved regulatory compliance in both potable and wastewater treatment applications.
With over two decades of real-world success, Tanfloc continues to provide industries with an innovative and sustainable approach to water treatment. By choosing Tanfloc, industries benefit from effective contaminant removal, reduced chemical dependency, and a naturally sourced, environmentally responsible solution.
This small 20g pouch is perfect for product sampling and laboratory testing (jar test). It provides a convenient way to evaluate performance before scaling up to larger volumes.
This option provides flexibility for large-scale applications where on-site mixing infrastructure is available. It is offered in 25kg bags for convenience or 800kg big bags for bulk handling. Ideal for optimising storage, transport, and dosing efficiency. Partial pallets (up to 32 bags) are also available.
This option is designed for smaller volumes or laboratory testing. It is easy to handle and store.
This product meets higher water treatment demands while maintaining a compact footprint and easy handling.
This option is ideal for large-scale water treatment needs, offering maximum volume efficiency.
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