 will generally be present in the sorbent composition in an amount in a range of from about 00 to about 00 weight percent zinc oxide based on the total weight of the sorbent composition, preferably in an amount in a range of from about 00 to about 00 weight percent zinc oxide, and most preferably in an amount in a range of from 00 to 00 weight percent zinc oxide for best sorbent activity and sulfur removal. When the sorbent composition is exposed to high temperatures (e.g., during calcination)