Adsorptive characteristics of phosphate from aqueous solutions by MIEX resin

► Various impact factors have effects on the removal of phosphate to some degree. ► The equilibrium data can be described by Freundlich and Koble-Corrigan models. ► The adsorption of phosphate on MIEX resin may be controlled by chemisorptions. ► The adsorption of phosphate on MIEX resin is mainly governed by film diffusion. ► Coexistent anions influence the adsorption of phosphate on MIEX resin.