Size S · 5–10 cm
Short pieces that fit compact tabletop konro and shichirin grills. A practical choice for yakitori counters and small-format grilling where the fire bed is shallow.
DetailsBinchotan White Charcoal Manufacturer & Exporter from Indonesia
CV. ABRA produces hardwood binchotan in traditional kilns in East Java and ships it to restaurants, distributors and importers. In production since 2018, exported to Japan, China, South Korea and Belgium.
- Since 2018Producing binchotan in Jombang, East Java
- 4 export marketsJapan, China, South Korea, Belgium
- 3 size gradesS, M and L, 5–27 cm, round or split
- ~95 % fixed carbonSucofindo laboratory report, July 2026
What is binchotan white charcoal?
Binchotan is the hard, dense charcoal that Japanese grill cooking is built around. Hardwood is carbonised slowly in a kiln, pushed to very high temperature at the end of the burn, then pulled out and smothered in ash, earth and sand. That quenching leaves a pale grey coat on the surface, which is why it is called white charcoal.
The result behaves differently from ordinary black charcoal. It is slow to light, but once it is going it gives steady, radiant heat with very little smoke, flame or smell, and it leaves little ash. That is why yakitori, yakiniku, robatayaki and unagi kitchens rely on it: the heat cooks the food without covering its flavour.
Ours is made from palawan, a dense hardwood from Kalimantan, fired at about 1,200 °C and sorted by length before packing.
Binchotan sizes we supply
Three grades, all 2.5–5 cm in diameter and packed in 15 kg export cartons. Pick by the depth and width of your grill.
Size M · 10–20 cm
The all-round size for restaurant kitchens. It suits yakiniku, izakaya and general charcoal grills, and is easy to arrange in an even fire bed.
Details
Size L · 20–27 cm
Long sticks for wide robata and konro grills and for long service hours, where fewer, larger pieces keep the fire steady with less refuelling.
DetailsWhy buyers work with CV. ABRA
Direct from the producer
We make the charcoal ourselves in Jombang, so you deal with the people who fire, sort and pack it.
Export experience
Shipments to Japan, China, South Korea and Belgium since 2018, alongside restaurants and hotels across Indonesia.
Sorted by size
Sticks are graded by length and shape before packing, so each carton matches the grade you ordered.
Laboratory tested
94.69 % fixed carbon, 1.96 % ash and 8,051 kcal/kg on a dry basis, per a Sucofindo report dated 27 July 2026.
Who we supply
Importers and distributors who need a steady source of Indonesian binchotan in consistent grades and export packing.
Restaurants and hotels running Japanese or charcoal-grill concepts: yakitori, yakiniku, izakaya, robatayaki and steak or seafood grills.
Food-service suppliers who stock professional kitchens and want cartons they can resell as they are.
Specification
| Parameter | As received | Dry basis |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed carbon | 92.75 % | 94.69 % |
| Ash content | 1.92 % | 1.96 % |
| Volatile matter | 3.28 % | 3.35 % |
| Total moisture | 2.05 % | – |
| Total sulfur | < 0.02 % | < 0.02 % |
| Gross calorific value | 7,886 kcal/kg | 8,051 kcal/kg |
Report of Analysis by Sucofindo laboratory, Surabaya (KAN-accredited), dated 27 July 2026, test method ASTM D1762-84. A second Sucofindo report dated 6 July 2026 measured 95.06 % fixed carbon, 1.27 % ash and 7,950 kcal/kg on a dry basis. Results apply to the samples tested; a copy of the report is available on request.
Export terms
| Minimum order | 1 × 20 ft container |
|---|---|
| Container load | 12 tons: 800 cartons × 15 kg net, each with an inner plastic bag |
| Price basis | FOB Surabaya, Indonesia |
| Payment terms | 30–50 % deposit, balance when the shipping documents are ready |
| Sizes | L, M and S |
How ordering works
- Send your enquiryDestination, size mix and target volume, by WhatsApp, email or the quote form.
- Receive a quotationFOB Surabaya price and lead time for your size mix.
- Confirm with a depositA 30–50 % deposit starts production and sorting for your grades.
- Shipment and balanceThe container is loaded in Surabaya; the balance is due when the shipping documents are ready.
Frequently asked questions
What is binchotan white charcoal?
Binchotan is a dense hardwood charcoal made in the Japanese tradition: the wood is carbonised slowly, fired at very high temperature at the end of the burn, then smothered with a mix of ash, earth and sand. That last step leaves the pale grey surface that gives white charcoal its name.
What wood is your binchotan made from?
Palawan, a dense hardwood from Kalimantan. It is carbonised in traditional kilns and fired at about 1,200 °C at the end of the burn.
Which sizes does CV. ABRA supply?
Three grades: S (5–10 cm), M (10–20 cm) and L (20–27 cm). Diameter is 2.5–5 cm. M and L are available as round sticks or split pieces.
How is the charcoal packed?
Export cartons hold 15 kg net, with an inner plastic bag. A 20 ft container takes 800 cartons, 12 tons in total.
Which countries have you exported to?
Since 2018 we have shipped binchotan to buyers in Japan, China, South Korea and Belgium, alongside restaurants and hotels in Indonesia.
What is the minimum order for export?
One 20 ft container: 12 tons, packed as 800 cartons of 15 kg. Prices are quoted FOB Surabaya on request. Payment is a 30–50 % deposit with the balance due when the shipping documents are ready.
What are the laboratory specifications?
A Sucofindo laboratory report dated 27 July 2026 measured 94.69 % fixed carbon, 1.96 % ash, 3.35 % volatile matter and 8,051 kcal/kg gross calorific value on a dry basis, with 2.05 % total moisture as received. A copy of the report is available on request.
Do you sell inside Indonesia?
Yes. Domestic prices per 17 kg box are listed on our Indonesian price page and include delivery within Java and Bali for orders of six boxes or more. Domestic boxes hold 17 kg.
Request a binchotan quotation
Send us your destination, size mix and target volume. We reply with price, lead time and terms.