Charcoal Briquettes Market - By Shape, By Type, By Material, By Application, By End Use, By Distribution Channel, Growth Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Charcoal Briquettes Market Size

The charcoal briquettes market was valued at USD 3.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2025 and 2034.
 

The charcoal briquettes market is growing significantly due to increased consumer demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly fuel options. With the growing awareness of global environmental issues, many consumers and industries are searching for alternative fuels to charcoal and fossil fuels made from sustainable biomass feedstocks, including sawdust, agricultural waste, and coconut shells, that provide a cleaner-burning, renewable, and more sustainable alternative.
 

As consumers' awareness of renewable energy sources grows, the increased popularity of outdoor cooking and barbecue activities across the globe continues to climb. Consumers want the most efficient, convenient, and reliable options for their fuel whether they are casual users or a frequent user of reputable grilling hot spots. Because of their ease of use, more consistent heat output, and low cost, charcoal briquettes remain a consumer choice for fuel.
 

Additionally, technological developments in the briquette manufacturing process provide incredible benefits to the charcoal briquette market by improving product quality and functional performance. Advancements in compression methods and naturally occurring binders have produced briquettes that have longer burn times, produce less smoke, and better conduct heat.
 

For instance, according to Statista, charcoal sales in the United States from 2016 to 2023. In 2023, the charcoal category had sales totaling approximately 747.9 million USD.
 

Charcoal Briquettes Market Trends

• The charcoal briquettes sector is rapidly evolving due to sustainability, technological, and quality changes. Manufacturers are using more renewable raw materials, including sawdust, coconut shells, and bamboo, to produce charcoal briquettes. Emphasizing renewable raw materials helps to divert waste from landfills while conveying commitment to environmental standards aligned with a global carbon footprint reduction and development of environmentally friendly energy sources.
   
• Advanced carbonization techniques enhance this change in the charcoal briquette market by generating better quality charcoal briquettes with lower environmental impact. Technology is also changing the way we produce charcoal briquettes. Improved compression techniques and natural binders, for example, increase the quality of charcoal briquettes that burn better, produce less smoke, and perform better in heat retention. Furthermore, the charcoal briquette sector is witnessing an increase in demand for premium and customizable briquette products. Whether general consumers or commercial producers in the barbecues or boilers markets, they are beginning to prefer briquettes that demonstrate better burning characteristics that include extended burn time, more heat output, and reduced ash output.
   
• Manufacturers are attempting to provide grate options for their products to differentiate themselves in this growing competitive landscape. Custom packaging or branding options help with offering the bespoke features that consumers desire while allowing them to stand out amidst increasing competition.
   

Charcoal Briquettes Market Analysis

Based on the shape, the market is divided into pillow-shaped briquettes, hexagonal briquettes, square/rectangular briquettes, stick charcoal briquettes and others. In 2024, pillow-shaped briquettes dominated the market accounting for around 36.6% share and expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5.6% during the forecast period.
 

• Pillow shaped briquettes account for the highest market share due to global popularity, convenience, and high burning characteristics are among them. The primary reason for their selection by consumers, manufacturers, and retailers is that pillow-shaped briquettes provide reliable heat, quick ignition, and a burn time that can range from moderate to longer depending on the period of burn. The flat and broad surface area of the briquette shape allows for low profile and even combustion for stable cooking temperatures. There is also a considerable amount of automation in the production of pillow-shaped briquettes so that the size and quality is consistently uniform and manufacturing costs are low.
   
• The combination of low prices, convenience, and performance has made pillow-shaped briquettes the preferred shape in developed and developing markets. The popularity and culture of grilling and barbecue continues to grow on a global basis, and as demand for clean, efficient burning fuels increases, it is highly likely that pillow-shaped briquettes will continue to dominate the market throughout the forecast period.

Based on type, the charcoal briquettes market is segmented into hardwood charcoal briquettes and softwood charcoal briquettes. In 2024, the hardwood charcoal briquettes segment dominates the market with 69% market share and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4.9% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• Due to the overall quality, burning time, and heat output, hardwood charcoal briquettes clearly sweep the market over softwoods. Hardwood charcoal briquettes are primarily made from dense hardwoods such as oak, hickory, or maple. Briquettes produce a consistent and sustained burn and can be used for grilling and barbecuing, but also for some industrial purposes. Typically, hardwood briquettes are the preferred options with consumers and commercial users of charcoal because they emit less smoke and ash, which not only delivers a cleaner cooking option but also makes it much easier to clean up after cooking.
   
• As consumers increasingly seek premium, and eco-friendly fuel options, premium hardwood briquettes produced from sustainably grown wood means they check off their quality and environmental cred. This preference and set of supply and distribution conditions will continue to firmly position hardwood charcoal briquettes as leading segment or category, while causing continued growth for the next decade.
   

Based on the distribution channel, the charcoal briquettes market is segmented as online and offline. In 2024, the offline segment dominates the market with 63.2% market share and the segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 3.4% from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The market is driven by the offline channel due to the associated nature of the product and pre-determined customer buying behavior. Charcoal briquettes are typically quite heavy and bulky, when customers often need the product at short notice. Thus, consumers prefer going to a physical retail outlet which provides convenience.
   
• Consumers have a hard time noticing packaging, which helps communicate the quantity, and deciding what to buy, without going through a booking or delivery process. Furthermore, the offline channel often provides better options for bulk purchasing, especially when catering, operating a restaurant, or catering for an outdoor event, where significant quantities are required.

In 2024, China in APAC dominated the charcoal briquettes market with around 42.4% market share and project the estimated revenue of USD 700 million by 2034.
 

• China is the leading country in the APAC region market, with it holding the largest population, if not in terms of volume, the highest rates of charcoal use for cooking and heating, and domestic production capacity. Charcoal briquettes are one of the main sources of fuel in rural and semi-urban areas, where traditional cooking and heating methods are the norm. Charcoal briquettes are an important and affordable fuel source. 
   
• China has large no. of biomass resources, which include agricultural and forestry waste, which are key raw materials for producing briquettes. Briquettes can be manufactured at a large scale with little cost. There is growing environmental awareness and increasing favorable report garb of cleaner-burning briquettes instead of traditional charcoal, which is also increasing demand. The Chinese government supports market growth through green energy policies that use waste. The combination of all these factors continues to make China the leader, and as demand increases both locally and for neighboring countries, the market is projected to have stable revenue stream.
   

In North America, the charcoal briquettes market in the US is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The North American market is heavily influenced by the US, with its barbeque culture and higher per capita expenditures on outdoor cooking. Charcoal grilling is part of American culture and lifestyle, with millions of households that regularly use briquettes when grilling at barbeques, picnics, and camping. Product quality for briquettes is important because the growing demand for high-quality charcoal briquettes is driven by the attractiveness of high-quality charcoal briquettes that provide consistent heat, longer burn time, or a combination of both.
   
• A growing awareness regarding sustainable and eco-friendly fuels is impacting product demand for briquettes made from renewable material. The well-established US retail system, including mass market supermarkets, specialty stores, and online availability also contributes to the availability and accessibility of briquettes. Consumer demands are also being addressed with ongoing product quality improvements and innovative packaging. Overall, the combination of key variables such as culture or lifestyle, product performance, consumer awareness of sustainable products and a retail system that is well-established with consumers continue to position the US as the largest market in North America.
   

In Europe, the Germany charcoal briquettes market is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• Germany is the dominant player within the European market largely due to its traditions of outdoor grilling and high consumer awareness of sustainable and eco-friendly goods. The country has a well-established manufacturing industry that produces high-quality forms from high-grade raw materials and high-tech equipment, which guarantees the quality and performance of their products.
   
• Moreover, the charcoal briquette producers in Germany are also aware of and respond to the consumers and now offer products made from renewable raw materials. Consumers are obtaining a strong, renewed commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions as evident across various consumer goods and industries. The other advantage Germany has is the strong distribution network, via several large retail chains and specialty stores, providing point-of-purchase access to premium briquette products. Consequently, Germany has created the best atmosphere for strong demand, quality production, and consumer awareness of their quality and commitment to responsibility for the environment.
   

In MEA, the charcoal briquettes market in UAE is expected to experience significant and promising growth from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The dominance of UAE in the Middle East & Africa market is driven by accelerating urbanization and the expanding hospitality and tourism sector, along with an enhancement of outdoor cooking and barbeque culture. The UAE has a sizable expatriate population that is accustomed to their grilling traditions. Therefore, there is a significant demand for dependable and high-quality charcoal briquettes.
   
• The UAE is also positioned favorably due to its advanced logistics and retail supply chain allowing for rapid storage and distribution of briquettes throughout the region. In addition, the government has undertaken many fronts focusing on sustainability and clean energy, including promoting alternative, eco-friendly fuel options, especially in reference to charcoal briquettes made from renewable biomass.
   

Charcoal Briquettes Market Share

• The top 5 companies in the market are Sabur Tiasa, Kingsford Products Company, Mitsui & Co, Duraflame and Namchar. These companies contribute large market share in the market.
   
• Sabur Tiasa is a Malaysian company renowned for producing sustainable charcoal briquettes using renewable biomass. The company provides an eco-friendly fuel alternative for consumers seeking both domestic and industrial applications with its efficient and clean-burning products.
   
• Kingsford Products Company is a major manufacturer of charcoal briquettes with a reputation for quality and reliability and is based in the United States. The quality and consistent heat output of their products have made them a popular choice among consumers for grilling, and their durable, easy-to-use products have developed a loyal customer base among outdoor cooks.
   
• Mitsui & Co has diversified markets globally in multiple sectors, including charcoal briquettes. The company utilizes and supports sustainable briquette products and is expressly committed to responsible use of resources while supporting a wide customer base internationally.
   
• Duraflame makes premium-quality charcoal briquettes that burn cleanly and efficiently. The company supports consumers consistently with their mission to facilitate convenient and sustainable grilling fuel alternatives. Duraflame is innovative and committed to developing products that extend the burn time and reduce the quantity of smoke produced when grilling.
   
• Namchar is a manufacturer of charcoal and briquettes that source and utilize sustainable raw materials. As a supplier to local and regional markets in South Africa, the company focuses on efficiently and effectively manufactured fuel products that are free of throttling, while remaining environmentally conscious.
   

Charcoal Briquettes Market Companies

Major players operating in the charcoal briquettes industry are:

• Ash Briquettes LTD
• B&B Charcoal
• Baccar Indo Resources
• Duraflame
• E & C Charcoal
• Ferrocycle
• Green Carb Technologies
• Kingsford Products Company
• Mitsui & Co
• Namchar
• OK Charcoal
• Pacific Resources International Pty Ltd
• Ralco Industries
• Royal Oak
• Subur Tiasa
   

Market leaders in the market are emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and distribution expansion to fulfill the increasing world demand for charcoal briquettes. In their operations, they utilize advanced manufacturing technologies that rely on sustainable biomass, such as sawdust, wood chips and agricultural waste, to produce high-quality and environmentally friendly briquettes. Their approach involves clean-burning and long-lasting fuel products, and they rely on highly efficient compression and binding technologies to enhance briquette performance while simultaneously decreasing smoke and ash emissions.
 

Many manufacturers advocate sustainability and utilize environmentally responsible sourcing through carbon reduction initiatives. Digitalization and automation are more frequently used in production and supply chain processes to enhance operational efficiency and quality control management. The leading companies are also developing customer service and customer support models with solid technical assistance programs and lifecycle management to uphold long-term relations with customers and enhance competitiveness in crowded markets.
 

Charcoal Briquettes Industry News

• In December 2024, Kingsford started selling their products through a company that has a significant presence to help support a Super Bowl promotional program. Kingsford shipped quite a bit of inventory to the retailer before the Super Bowl, which increased sales and revenue numbers for the quarter ending December 2024. This is significant because December 2024 would typically be an off-season for any charcoal items. This is just another clear example of how Kingsford is specifically trying to grow the business by taking advantage of limited time promotional campaigns.
   
• In 2024, Royal Oak announced an intention to open a new production facility in Texas to increase production capacity of its highly popular briquettes and lump charcoal products. This expansion was spurred by the continued high demand in both the domestic and export segments of their business. This plan continues Royal Oak's efforts to optimize supplyinan performance and reduce time to customer delivery for all its major retail customers in the U.S and across the globe.
   
• In 2023, Green Carb Technologies announced the introduction of its next-generation eco-friendly charcoal briquettes that's made from renewable biomass including agricultural waste and sawdust. The new product line has a much more efficient carbonization technology than previously developed, allowing for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions when burned. This product launch supports in the same direction as global sustainability trends with governmental regulations pushing more consumers into clean energy alternatives.
   

The charcoal briquettes market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue ($ Bn) and volume (‘000 Kgs) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, by Shape

• Pillow-shaped briquettes
• Hexagonal briquettes
• Square/rectangular briquettes
• Stick charcoal briquettes
• Other

Market, by Type

• Hardwood charcoal briquettes
• Softwood charcoal briquettes

Market, by Material

• Bamboo charcoal briquettes
• Coconut shell charcoal briquettes
• Coal dust charcoal briquettes
• Saw dust charcoal briquettes
• Other

Market, by Application

• Grilling
• Heating
• Barbequing
• Industrial processes
• Metallurgy

Market, by End Use

• Residential
• Industrial 
  • Metalworking and forging
  • Ceramics and pottery
  • Activated carbon production 
• Commercial
  • Restaurants and Food Services
  • Hospitality Industry

Market, by Distribution Channel

• Online 
  • Company website
  • E-commerce website 
• Offline 
  • Specialty store
  • Hardware store

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico 
• MEA
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE