Mangrove charcoal is renowned for its high heat generation and long burning time, making it an ideal choice for cooking and grilling. But what exactly is mangrove charcoal and what is it used for? PNP provides detailed insights into these questions in our latest blog. Discover more about this premium charcoal and its applications by reading the full article.

Raw materials to make mangrove charcoal 

It is a high-quality type of charcoal, produced from mangrove wood – an endemic plant species found in Asia. The mangrove grows in the shoreline forests in Asia, most concentrated in Southeast Asia (Indonesia and Vietnam).

Mangrove trees can reach heights of 10-20 meters, with a trunk diameter of 30-45 cm, and strongly grow in humid tropical conditions. This type of tree can provide a significant amount of wood.

Local people have used mangrove wood as a raw material for charcoal production, serving their daily lives for a long time.

What is Mangrove Charcoal Used For? Exploring Its Benefits and Uses

There are a lot of criteria to evaluate the quality of mangrove charcoal. It is based on the carbon content, calorific value, burning time, moisture content, volatile matter content,…

This is the specification of mangrove charcoal:

Specification

• Ash content: 2.04%
• Volatile matter content: 21.95%
• Fixed carbon content: 76.01%
• Calorific value: 7504 kcal/kg
• Burning time: 4-5 hours

Dimension

• Shape: Round stick
• Diameter: 3-8 cm
• Length: cut as per customer’s request (12-20 cm)

Produced from high-quality material, Mangrove charcoal has many features: high caloric value, long burning time, sparkless, and smokeless.

High calorific value

Mangrove charcoal provides a high calorific value of about 7504 kcal/kg. This value is higher than many types of charcoal. So with the same mass, this charcoal provides more heat energy and helps you cook more food in a short time. In particular, with its high heat, mangrove charcoal is very suitable for cooking quick dishes, bringing great flavor to the dish.

Long burning time

Grilling parties or camping trips will become fantastic when you don’t have to stop in the middle to add charcoal into the grill. The burning time of this type of charcoal can last up to 4-5 hours, so you can fully enjoy the fun with friends and family without any energy interruptions. With a long burning time, this charcoal can be used to cook broth, stew, braise, etc., bringing rich, flavorful dishes.

Safe charcoal

Safety is very important when choosing an energy source. Mangrove charcoal is smokeless and sparkless, so it is very safe for cooking, grilling, and preventing potential fire hazards.

Moreover, it is a natural energy source, safe to use. This type of charcoal is non-toxic and does not produce substances that affect human health. For the above reasons, mangrove charcoal has become a kitchen assistant for many families in Southeast Asia.

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How to make charcoal?

The process starts with the materials then through various steps, transforms them into high-quality charcoal.

Preparation of raw materials

Mangrove charcoal is produced from legally sourced wood. Mature trees are harvested, while small and young trees are preserved to maintain the forest’s development and ecological balance. The wood is cut into standard sizes, approximately 90-95 cm in length.

Carbonization process

Wood logs are arranged carefully inside the kiln. Typically, one kiln can hold around 20m3 of wood. The kiln will be controlled and burned for about 15 days. The duration depends on the type and quality of wood so it can be longer or shorter.

After completing the carbon transformation process, the kiln is sealed to remove air and create a carbonizing environment. Preventing air from entering the kiln is crucial, as it could lead to the charcoal turning into ash. This is the most critical stage in the charcoal-making process, determining its success or failure. Subsequently, the charcoal needs to cool itself for about 15 days.

Cutting and packaging

Once the charcoal has cooled, workers take it out of the kiln and cut it into the customer’s requirement sizes (approximately 10-12 cm). Then, the charcoal is carefully packaged and left to cool completely for 2-3 more days before being delivered to customers.

This premium charcoal from Vietnam and Asia is a reliable cooking assistant for every family. With a production capacity of 2,000 tons of high-quality charcoal per month, PNP is dedicated to meeting customer demands. For more information and to explore our full range of products, visit PNP Charcoal, the leading manufacturer of mangrove charcoal in Vietnam.