Coconut Shell Charcoal Pellets (Rounded)
Spherical adsorbent pellets — water filtration & aquaculture
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Description
Spherical pellets (5–8mm diameter) drop neatly into filter media columns and biofilter beds where they trap toxins, ammonia, dissolved organics and heavy-metal traces.
Specifications
- Fixed Carbon
- 80–85%
- Moisture
- < 5%
- Ash Content
- < 4%
- Origin
- South India coconut shell, spherical pellets
- 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
- 80–85% fixed carbon
- < 5% moisture
- < 4% ash content
- 5–8 mm spheres — high-porosity adsorbent
- 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 Pellets (Rounded) is best suited for, and what to expect in each.
Fish ponds & aquaculture
Spherical pellets sit cleanly in pond filter chambers and biofilters where they adsorb ammonia, nitrites, dissolved organics and heavy-metal traces — keeping water clear and fish-safe in koi, ornamental and commercial farming applications.
Drinking water pre-filtration
Used as an adsorbent stage in residential and small commercial water-treatment systems, ahead of activated-carbon polishing or membrane filtration. Removes chlorine, VOCs and visible turbidity.
Biofilters & wetland treatment
Constructed wetlands and bio-mechanical filters use rounded coconut charcoal pellets as the primary adsorbent media — high porosity supports dense bacterial colonisation while still trapping pollutants.
Aquariums & ornamental ponds
A natural alternative to synthetic filter media — drops into canister filters and overhead trickle systems for clarity and ammonia control.
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 |
| 25 kg bag | Industrial sack — kilns, food stalls, formulators |
| 500 kg jumbo bag | Wholesale MOQ — distributors, exporters |
| 1 MT pallet (export) | Container loads — international export, OEM supply |
How to use coconut shell charcoal pellets (rounded)
A simple step-by-step for first-time users — applies to typical home and small-commercial use.
- 1Rinse before first use
Run pellets under tap water to remove any fine carbon dust before placing into the filter.
- 2Pack into filter media chamber
Loading rate depends on the filter housing — follow OEM guidance for bed depth (typically 15–30cm).
- 3Run system at low flow initially
First 24 hours, run at 50% flow to let the bed settle and any residual fines flush out.
- 4Monitor performance
Test ammonia/nitrite weekly in aquaculture applications, monthly for drinking-water pre-filter use.
- 5Replace every 6–12 months
Adsorbent capacity is finite — replace when breakthrough is detected or per OEM schedule.
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. Filtration pellets adsorb ambient gases and odours — keep sealed in original packaging until you commission them. Once installed in a filter, service life is 6–12 months depending on water quality.
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 Pellets (Rounded). Don't see yours? Contact us or check the full FAQ.
How long does Coconut Shell Charcoal Pellets (Rounded) last?
Burn time for Coconut Shell Charcoal Pellets (Rounded) depends heavily on use case — see the product specifications above for fixed carbon and calorific value, both of which correlate directly with energy delivered per kilogram.
What is the fixed carbon and ash content?
Coconut Shell Charcoal Pellets (Rounded) is produced to a fixed carbon of 80–85% with ash content of < 4% 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?
Rounded filtration pellets are tested for heavy-metal limits and are suitable for drinking-water pre-filtration and aquaculture. They are not intended for direct food contact or ingestion. For ingestible food-grade adsorbent applications use our food-grade activated carbon variant instead.
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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