Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks
Solid dense blocks — long-burn for traditional grilling
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Description
Larger and denser than briquettes. The block geometry slows burn rate while raising thermal mass — a single block can run a charcoal stove or sigri for an entire service.
Specifications
- Fixed Carbon
- 78–82%
- Moisture
- < 6%
- Ash Content
- < 4%
- Calorific Value
- 7,400 kcal/kg
- Burn Time
- 4–6 hrs
- Origin
- Coconut shell, high-tonnage compressed
- HS Code
- 44029010
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
- 78–82% fixed carbon
- < 6% moisture
- < 4% ash content
- 20–25 min ignition (longer than briquettes)
- 4–6 hrs burn time
- 7,400 kcal/kg calorific value
- Dense compressed blocks — extended thermal mass
- South India coconut shell — export grade
- HSN 44029010 · GST 5%
- Made in Rajkot, Gujarat — pan-India shipping
Where it's used
The applications Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks is best suited for, and what to expect in each.
Traditional sigri & charcoal stoves
A single block can run a traditional sigri or angethi for an entire cooking session. Indian, Mughlai and Middle Eastern households use coconut blocks for slow cooking, dum biryani and overnight nihari.
Open-flame grilling
The high thermal mass holds grill temperature steady for hours of continuous searing, suitable for meat, kebabs, vegetable kebabs and Korean BBQ-style group cooking.
Industrial heat & boilers
Small industrial boilers, brick kilns and ceramic firing operations use blocks as a high-density fuel — the slow burn rate suits processes that need a consistent baseline temperature.
Cottage industry kilns
Pottery, glassblowing and metalwork cottage kilns use coconut shell blocks for a clean, dependable heat source that doesn't impart unwanted residues.
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 |
| 10 kg bag | HoReCa bag — restaurant kitchens, small lounges |
| 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 coconut shell charcoal blocks
A simple step-by-step for first-time users — applies to typical home and small-commercial use.
- 1Place block in stove or grill
Single block per cook for sigri / angethi; 2–3 blocks for larger BBQ pits.
- 2Light from the base
Use a small amount of paraffin gel, a paraffin cube, or kindling at the base — not lighter fluid.
- 3Wait 20–25 minutes
Blocks are denser than briquettes, so they take longer to light. The block is ready when edges glow red beneath grey ash.
- 4Cook directly on or near
Use as a base in a sigri with a grill grate above, or place in BBQ pit with food on the rack overhead.
- 5Smother to extinguish
Cover the block with a steel lid or sand to extinguish — a single block can be re-lit later if it didn't burn through.
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. Blocks are tolerant of typical warehouse storage but, like all charcoal, perform best when kept dry. Once moist, blocks take longer to light but recover spec after a day in dry storage. 24+ month shelf life when stored sealed.
Why coconut for this?
Coconut shell charcoal has the highest fixed carbon (>80%), the cleanest, most ash-less burn of the three, and the longest single-coal burn time for hookah. It's also the global standard feedstock for activated carbon. Pricier than wood, justified where clean burn is non-negotiable.
Compare all materials →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks. Don't see yours? Contact us or check the full FAQ.
How long does Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks burn?
Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks burns for 4–6 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?
Coconut Shell Charcoal Blocks is produced to a fixed carbon of 78–82% with ash content of < 4% and moisture below 6%. 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 — these compressed blocks are chemical-free, food-safe and compatible with traditional sigri / angethi / BBQ-pit cooking. The single-component compressed manufacturing process uses no petrochemical accelerants.
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 44029010, 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 44029010 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 coconut shell charcoal for this application?
Coconut shell charcoal has the highest fixed carbon (>80%), the cleanest, most ash-less burn of the three, and the longest single-coal burn time for hookah. It is also the global standard feedstock for premium activated carbon.
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