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Global Wood Charcoal Trade: Breaking Myths and Building Markets

A lightweight black in color, wood charcoal is a carbon residue produced by heating wood strongly. Wood charcoal is made after all the water, methane, tar, and other volatile constituents are removed from the wood by using minimal oxygen. It contains around 2 times more energy per kg than fuelwood. The production of charcoal can be traced back to the Stone Age for cooking and grilling, and the Bronze Age for the production of metal implements. Back then, the methods of producing wood charcoal were much simpler.  People used to simply put the firewood in heaps and then cover it with clay or mud (to allow minimal flow of oxygen). The methods, however, began to become more modernized with continuous evolution. What once used to be a slow and inexpensive charcoal production method has now adopted the advanced retort kiln system, aligning with the precision needed in its contemporary applications. Throughout human evolution, there have been a lot of myths formed around wood charcoal. Let's explore those and understand how much of it is true:

Myth about wood charcoalFact about wood charcoal
Charcoal is a huge environment offenderTimes have changed. When using wood efficiently and opting for more sustainable charcoal production methods, charcoal can support healthier forests and ecosystems.
Cooking with charcoal brings health risksJust avoid sudden heat flare-ups, control the heat, and cooking with charcoal can promote health benefits. High-heat grilled meat can reduce some carcinogen levels.
Charcoal is equivalent to firewoodThey differ immensely when it comes to functionality. While charcoal is perfect for grilling and barbecuing, firewood is used for slow-cooking processes.
Wood charcoal briquettes produce harmful smokeGood quality charcoal briquettes have fewer binding agents, starch, or chemical ignition agents. If clean briquettes are used, then there is no risk of emission of harmful smoke.
The charcoal industry is economically irrelevantNot only is charcoal used in developing countries (South Asia, Latin America, and Sub-Saharan Africa), has urban dependence for cooking to avoid the cost of gas, but it is also a big commodity in the global trade industry. The economic relevance speaks for itself.


All these myths have been rooted in ancient times, when technologies were not as developed as they are today. But their relevancy and value have increased. Thanks to the current trends in the charcoal production industry, the goal has been shifted towards improving the environmental performance while maintaining the charcoal quality. Now, pre-dried woods are filled in steel vessels and then, they are placed in a ceramic-brick-lined carbonization furnace heated to 900°C. During this process, tars and gases are produced, which are then used to separate high-temperature combustion chambers. This method allows the manufacturers to produce around 1 kg of wood charcoal from 3 to 4 kg of wood. This new technology of producing wood charcoal caught a lot of attention in the past two years from countries like France, China, the Netherlands,  South Africa, and others. 



Global Trade

There has been a spike in the awareness of environmental issues, which is increasing the demand for sustainable wood charcoal. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the global trade market of wood charcoal still witnessed a CAGR growth of 1.7% from 2019 to 2023. This data is sufficient to prove how the global demand is rising for wood charcoal. The hardwood lump charcoal has the most contribution in the growing market demand, as it had a market share of 71% in 2024. This is because these charcoal lumps are a good option for lighting in regions that have limited access to electricity. They are also widely used in outdoor activities like camping and hiking. The USA is especially involved in this culture and hence, has a lot of consumer demand for wood charcoal. The chemical and materials industry is also moving towards becoming a key market in the USA, further fueling the demand for wood charcoal. 

However, the wood charcoal global trade industry is not full of roses. There are some challenges in this market which the exporters have to deal with. Some of those are centred on ineffective conversion technologies and systemic corruption. The traditional myths that have been passed around through the generations are also one of the factors that global exporters deal with. It sometimes becomes difficult for them to find global buyers as there is a misconception that the wood charcoal industry is "dirty". Despite it all, the global trade of wood charcoal is reaching heights with countries like South Africa, which are importing as many as 11,059 shipments within a single year. The wood charcoal industry is no longer just a local enterprise; it has become a global growth opportunity for suppliers, manufacturers, and exporters. 



What Wood Charcoal Importers Expect from Suppliers:

While importing various types of wood charcoal, the wood charcoal importers want to find buyers who meet some specifications of different criteria. These criteria are rooted in wood charcoal’s quality, packaging, sourcing process, production methods, and other factors. Here are some of those requirements:

Quality
SpecificationRequirement
Moisture content10% or lower
Ash contentShould not exceed 10%
Volatile contentMinimal
AppearanceUniform in shape (or as per the need of buyer)
OdoNo foreign odors
Burn characteristicsLong burn time, high heat, minimal smoke
Packaging
Retail (Consumer)Kraft paper bags (along with PE liners for moisture control)
Larger Bulk PacksCorrugated cartons
LabelingShould include weight, country of origin, composition, and additional safety warnings
Custom BrandingCustom color boxes
Sustainability standards
SourcingFrom FSC-certified forests
Production methodEvidence that clean or modern technologies are used, minimal emission of CO2
CertificationDocumented supply chains


Wood Charcoal Varieties & Other Related Categories in the Global Market

Wood Charcoal VarietyKey featuresSources
Lump CharcoalHardwood composition, high heat outputHardwood of low-oxygen environment
Charcoal BriquettesHigh density, uniform shapeWood waste
Hardwood BriquettesHigh calorific value, low moisture contentCompressed remnants of hardwood trees
BinchotanIntense heat, high purityOak wood (especially ubame oak)
Coconut Shell CharcoalLow ash content, high calorific valueCoconut shell
Mangrove CharcoalHigh heat, minimal smoke and ashMangrove tree wood
Eucalyptus CharcoalConsistent heat, low ash productionEucalyptus tree wood
Khaya CharcoalLow smoke, long burning timeKhaya tree wood
Longan CharcoalDense structure, consistent heat outputLongan fruit tree wood



To expand their businesses, several wood charcoal exporters keep adding related products. Here are the items you can add to your exporting business as well:

  • Common Charcoal varieties: Coconut Shell Charcoal, Charcoal/Briquette Making Machinery, Binchotan, Charcoal Briquette, Bamboo Charcoal, Sawdust Briquette Charcoal, and Other Charcoal
  • Products made from charcoal: Charcoal Supplements, Charcoal Face Mask, Charcoal Scrubs, and others
  • Coal: Coking Coal, Ignite Coal, Steam Coal, Thermal Coal, Steam Coal, Subbituminous Coal Anthracite Coal, Bituminous Coal, Indonesian Coal, etc



Key Market Insights on Wood Charcoal Global Trade

The global trade of wood charcoal is driven by shifting consumer demand, environmental regulations, and other factors. This section is dedicated to understanding the top importing countries and the future of wood charcoal in the global trade industry. This is to help you make a strategic way into the market. 


Global Market Size  

MetricValue
Market Size (2024)$21.63 billion
Expected Market Size (2033)$27.01 billion
CAGR2.50%

Source: Straits Research


Top Importing Countries for Wood Charcoal (2024):

Country NameTotal shipments
South Africa11,059
US11,038
Bhutan10,055

Source: Volza



How to Find Verified Wood Charcoal Buyers Near Me and Globally?

When you start exporting your wood charcoal, you can either sell it locally or bring it to the global trade market. Here is how you can find genuine wood charcoal buyers for both of the goals:


  • Sign up on B2B platforms (like go4WorldBusiness) to connect with wood charcoal looking for different varieties. You can start networking with fellow traders with the help of a community channel. 


  • Meet wood charcoal or wood coal buyers through trade fairs. Some of them are AWFS Fair (Las Vegas), Woodworking Show (Toronto), China International Furniture Machinery & Woodworking Machinery Fair (Shanghai), and others. 


  • Create a separate account for your wood charcoal business on social media sites like Instagram and Facebook. Actively interact with international traders, post about your business, upload pictures and videos of your wood charcoal or related products. 


  • Visit your local areas, which are a prime spot for restaurants, barbecue, and other metallurgy industries. You will be able to connect with multiple hardwood charcoal buyers, coconut charcoal buyers, and others. 


  • Take the help of trade associations, who can introduce you to the international buyers and distributors of wood charcoal. You can also find buyers of other related products like charcoal powder buyers, lump charcoal buyers, etc. 



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. How much charcoal do I get from 1 kg of wood?

You can get around 0.16 to 0.30 kg of charcoal from 1 kg of wood. However, this quantity also depends on wood type, its moisture content, and method of production. 


2. How much charcoal per kg?

1 kg charcoal price can range from INR 10 to 70. Various factors like wood charcoal types, its intended use, and packaging contribute to varying prices in different locations. 


3. How is wood charcoal produced?

Wood charcoal is produced through a process called pyrolysis. This involves heating the wood in low-oxygen conditions. 


4. What types of wood charcoal can be exported?

While you can export any type of wood charcoal, some of the most exported ones are hardwood charcoal, activated charcoal, and charcoal briquettes. 


5. What are the ethical considerations of charcoal export?

Some of the ethical considerations of charcoal exports are related to deforestation, carbon emissions, responsible sourcing, adherence to environmental regulations, and traceability in supply chains. 


6. How do I start a charcoal export business?

To start a charcoal exporting business, you will need to do the following things:

1. Research about top importing countries

2. Get all the necessary documents (IEC, performa invoice, certificate of origin, etc). 

3. Source high-quality and legal charcoals

4. Find verified charcoal buyers (through B2B platforms, trade fairs, and social media sites)

5. Prepare for shipping 


7. What are the key export markets for wood charcoal?

For wood charcoal, South Africa, USA, and Bhutan are some of the key export markets. 


8. What are the common uses of wood charcoal?

Wood charcoal is used in industrial heating, cooking fuel, water and air purification, and cosmetics.


9. Who is the biggest importer of charcoal?

The biggest importer of charcoal is South Africa. 


10. Which country has a high demand for charcoal?

China, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and other countries are some of the countries that have a demand for charcoal. 


11. What are the key quality standards for export-grade wood charcoal?

A few of the key quality standards for export-grade wood charcoal are as follows:

  • High carbon content: above 70%
  • Low moisture content: below 8%
  • Low ash content: below 10%
  • Minimal volatile matter


12. How can I find potential wood charcoal buyers in the international market?

You can find various wood charcoal buyers through B2B platforms (go4WorldBusiness), trade fairs (AWFS Fair, Woodworking Show, etc), and social media sites (Instagram and Facebook). 


13. What is the wood charcoal HSN code?

44020090 is the HSN code of wood charcoal. 



Latest News Related to Wood Charcoal Global Trade:

Charcoal producers who want to bring their products into the global market will need a valid licence issued by the Energy Commission and will need to align with the conditions of carbon emissions and efficiency. (Full Story: GBC Ghana Online)