Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes
Hexagon-shaped bamboo briquettes — steady heat for hookah
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Description
The hexagon geometry distributes heat evenly from every face. A premium alternative for lounges seeking a softer burn than coconut shell.
Specifications
- Fixed Carbon
- 82–85%
- Moisture
- < 5%
- Ash Content
- < 3%
- Burn Time
- 2–2.5 hrs
- Origin
- Extruded & kilned bamboo charcoal
- HS Code
- 44021000
Shipping & Delivery
- • Pan-India delivery via Shiprocket's multi-courier network.
- • Free delivery on orders above ₹999.
- • Typical dispatch within 24 business hours.
- • GST invoice auto-generated on confirmation.
- • Bulk/pallet shipping available — see Wholesale.
Key highlights
- 82–85% fixed carbon
- < 5% moisture
- < 3% ash content
- 8–10 min per side (coil heater)
- 2–2.5 hrs burn time
- 26mm hexagon — even six-face heat
- Mature bamboo culms (3–5 year)
- HSN 44021000 · GST 5%
- Made in Rajkot, Gujarat — pan-India shipping
Where it's used
The applications Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes is best suited for, and what to expect in each.
Premium hookah lounges
The 26mm hexagon distributes heat evenly across all six faces, holding hookah temperature for 90+ minutes per coal — the format expected by experienced shisha hosts.
Steady-heat cooking
Used in slow-cook tandoor and Korean BBQ formats where a stable temperature curve is more important than peak heat.
Specialty grilling
Chefs working with delicate proteins (fish, scallops) prefer bamboo hexagons over coconut for the gentler thermal profile.
Packaging & order quantities
Available pack formats from retail to export pallet. Custom retail-print packaging is available above 500 units.
| Pack size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1 kg bag | Single-use retail pack — home BBQ, single hookah session, sample |
| 5 kg bag | Retail bag — regular home use, small catering |
| 30 kg bag | Catering / wholesale — large events, hostels |
| 500 kg jumbo bag | Wholesale MOQ — distributors, exporters |
| 1 MT pallet (export) | Container loads — international export, OEM supply |
How to use bamboo charcoal hexagon briquettes
A simple step-by-step for first-time users — applies to typical home and small-commercial use.
- 1Light on a coil heater
Single-coil electric hookah heater is standard; gas hob also works.
- 2Wait until fully red & ashen
8–10 minutes per side — both visible faces should glow red beneath grey ash.
- 3Transfer to bowl with tongs
Place 1 hexagon for medium-density tobacco, 2 for premium dark-leaf blends.
- 4Rotate every 20 minutes
Move the hexagon's hot face onto fresh tobacco areas to keep flavour even across the session.
Storage & shelf life
Store sealed in a dry place, off concrete floors. Avoid direct sunlight and proximity to strong-smelling solvents or fragrances — charcoal adsorbs odours readily. Hexagons are sensitive to humidity — re-seal bags between uses. Properly stored hexagons hold spec for 18-24 months.
Why bamboo for this?
Bamboo charcoal has higher porosity and surface area than wood, with cleaner burn but shorter flame than coconut. Best where adsorption (cosmetics, filtration, air purification) or low-ash performance (shisha, restaurants) matter more than raw heat.
Compare all materials →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes. Don't see yours? Contact us or check the full FAQ.
How long does Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes burn?
Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes burns for 2–2.5 hrs per charge in typical conditions. Burn time depends on airflow, the amount loaded, and ambient humidity — outdoor BBQ in monsoon will burn faster than indoor restaurant tandoor use.
What is the fixed carbon and ash content?
Bamboo Charcoal Hexagon Briquettes is produced to a fixed carbon of 82–85% with ash content of < 3% and moisture below 5%. Each lot is tested before despatch and a Certificate of Analysis is available on request for industrial and export buyers.
Is this charcoal food-safe?
Yes — coconut and bamboo hexagons are tested for food-safe burn and are widely used in direct-cook cuisine (yakitori, Korean BBQ) as well as hookah.
What is the minimum order for wholesale or bulk pricing?
Retail orders ship from any variant size shown above. Wholesale pricing (15% off list) starts at 500 kg cumulative across SKUs in a single shipment. Submit a wholesale enquiry via /wholesale/ to request a quote.
Do you ship pan-India? What about export?
Yes — pan-India delivery via Shiprocket's multi-courier network, free above ₹999. Typical metro delivery is 2–4 business days. For export, we ship FOB or CIF from Mundra, Pipavav and JNPT ports with all documentation (HSN 44021000, COA, MSDS, SGS on request).
How is it packaged?
Retail variants ship in laminated bags inside cartons. 25–50 kg sacks are PP-laminated; jumbo bags (500 kg) and pallets (1 MT) ship under shrink wrap. Custom-printed retail packaging is available for order quantities above 500 units — contact sales.
Is GST applicable, and what is the HSN code?
Yes — GST is applied at 5% under HSN 44021000 for charcoal at the despatch stage. CGST + SGST split for intra-state, IGST for inter-state. A GST 2.0 compliant tax invoice is auto-generated on order confirmation.
Why bamboo charcoal for this application?
Bamboo's hollow node structure delivers higher porosity and surface area than wood — the right choice when adsorption (cosmetics, filtration, air purification) or low-ash burn (shisha, restaurants) matters more than raw heat density.
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