Same raw material, different shapes
All our products are made from compressed coconut shells and are available in the same three quality grades. The shapes differ in form, size and use – and that is what drives an importer's choice, based on consumer habits in their country.
Cube charcoal
The most popular and widely used shape, in 25, 26 and 27 mm. Easy to arrange on the bowl, with a known piece count per box: 72, 64 and 56 pieces per kilo, depending on size. Cube charcoal details.
Hexagonal charcoal
Six-sided pieces, 22, 25, 26 and 30 mm thick and 4 cm long, ordered in markets that prefer this shape. Hexagonal charcoal details.
Dome charcoal (half-sphere)
A flat base and a domed top, 20, 22, 25 and 30 mm thick and 4 cm long. Dome charcoal details.
Cube with hole
A cube with a hole in the center that increases the surface exposed to air, in 25, 28 and 30 mm. Cube with hole details.
Cylindrical finger charcoal
Elongated cylindrical pieces, 20, 22, 25 and 30 mm thick and 4 cm long. Finger charcoal details.
How do you choose the shape?
- Start with what your customers know: ask distributors and cafés in your market which shape they are used to.
- Cubes are a safe starting point: they are the most popular shape.
- Test before a large order: request samples of several shapes and show them to your customers.
See also our hookah charcoal size guide.
Available sizes for each shape
| Shape | Sizes |
|---|---|
| Cube | 25, 26 and 27 mm |
| Hexagonal | 22, 25, 26 and 30 mm thick × 4 cm long |
| Finger (cylindrical) | 20, 22, 25 and 30 mm thick × 4 cm long |
| Dome (half-sphere) | 20, 22, 25 and 30 mm thick × 4 cm long |
| Cube with hole | 25, 28 and 30 mm |
All shapes are available in Platinum, Super Premium and Premium. Details for each shape are on our products page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best-selling hookah charcoal shape?
The cube is the most requested in most markets and a safe starting point.
What sizes does hexagonal charcoal come in?
22, 25, 26 and 30 mm thick, 4 cm long.
Can I order more than one shape?
List the shapes and quantities in your quote request and the export team will reply with details.
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