Granulated products are provided and include carbonaceous particles and a carbonized agent or binder. The agent or binder is preferably a synthetic resin, pitch component, or mixture thereof. Packing materials for packing columns used in chromatographic separations are also provided as are methods of...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US7195713?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7195713 - Material for chromatography