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Apr-27-19
Buyer From Copenhagen, Denmark
Nov-06-19
Buyer From Rodovre, Denmark
Jul-14-21
Buyer From Denmark
Buyer Of Cloves   |   Green Coffee   |   Fresh Squid   |   Dried Seafood   |   Palm Kernel   |   Spices   |   Fresh Tilapia Fish   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Betel nut   |   Coffee   |   Other Frozen Fishes   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Chips   |   White Rice   |   Turmeric   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Craft Paper   |   Pepper   |   Turmeric Powder   |   Nutmegs   |   Black Tea   |   Red Chilli   |   Arabic Gum   |   Palm Oil   |   Milk Powder   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   Coconut Oil   |   Charcoal   |   Guar Gum   |   Candles   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Frozen Fish   |   Cumin Seeds   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Green Cardamom   |   Fresh Ribbon Fish   |   Cardamom, Cinnamon   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Frozen Cuttlefish   |   Fish   |   Fresh Cuttlefish   |   Frozen Sea Cucumber   |   Canned Fish   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Fresh Croaker Fish   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Frozen Barracuda Fish   |   Fresh Snapper Fish   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Fresh Prawns   |   Fresh Grouper Fish   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Household Mirrors   |   Other Type Of Woods   |   Rattan Furniture   |   Wooden Furniture   |   Furniture   |   Baby Products   |   Teak Wood   |   Teak Furniture   |   Baby Clothes   |   Coffee Beans   |   Sugar   |   Other Handicrafts & Decorative   |   Home Furnishing Textiles
Jun-23-21
Buyer From Denmark
Buyer Of Medical Face Masks   |   Peanuts   |   Tissue Paper   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Medical Thermometers   |   Fertilizers   |   Surgical Equipments & Disposables   |   Charcoal   |   Yogurt   |   Jeans & Denim Wear   |   Cow Leather   |   Lingerie & Bra   |   Surgical Face Mask   |   Peas   |   Raw Leather   |   Medical Caps   |   Coffee Beans   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Paneer   |   Sesame Oil   |   Infrared Thermometers   |   Dairy & Milk Products   |   Chocolates   |   Face Cream   |   Face Shields   |   Mens Undergarments   |   Shirts & T-Shirts   |   Knitted & Woven Garments   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Medical Coveralls   |   Butter   |   Condensed milk   |   Knitted & Woven Fabrics   |   Smoking Water Pipes   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Oat   |   Wet Wipes   |   Animal Food   |   Medical Supplies & Disposable   |   Fish   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Lentils   |   Solar Power Equipments   |   Solar Panels   |   Medical Gloves   |   Coal   |   Ghee   |   Raw Rubber   |   Ladies Salwar, Suits, Dupattas & Sarees   |   Fresh Prawns   |   N95 Face Mask   |   Ice Creams   |   Goat Leather   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Ladies Blouse   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Coffee   |   Cosmetics & Beauty Products   |   Sheep Leather   |   Children Clothing and Accessories   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Fresh Mutton   |   Ladies Skirts   |   Baby Wet Wipes   |   Panels   |   Air Conditioner Parts   |   Water Filters, Water Treatment Plants   |   Plastic Carrier Bags   |   Baby Wipes   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   Soaps & Detergents   |   Petroleum By Products   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   PP (Polypropylene) Plastic Bags   |   Frozen Beef   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Frozen Meat   |   Meat & Poultry   |   Fresh Lamb   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Fresh Pork   |   Poultry   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Frozen Lamb   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Canned Fish   |   Rice   |   Seafood   |   Fresh or Chilled Seafood   |   Berries   |   Ladies Tops   |   Vegetable Oils   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Chocolate & Confectionery   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Fresh Squid   |   Energy Drinks   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Mens Boxer   |   Coconut Oil   |   Honey   |   Non Woven Fabric   |   Trousers & Shorts   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Cheese   |   Shea Butter   |   Olive Oil   |   Food Products   |   Pigeon Peas   |   Mushrooms   |   Chickpeas   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   Frozen Squid   |   Milk Powder   |   Tea   |   Hand Sanitizer   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Olives   |   Soft Drinks   |   Frozen Mutton   |   Fresh Tilapia Fish   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Clothing & Accessories   |   Fresh Meat   |   Other Ladies Dresses   |   Fresh Oysters   |   Canned Food   |   Medical Clothing   |   Health Products   |   Snacks   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Milk Cream   |   Beverages   |   Sugar   |   Coconut   |   Beans   |   Sportswear/Polo Shirts   |   Coconut Shell   |   Spices   |   Fresh Beef   |   Shirts   |   Hand Sanitizer Gel   |   Herbs   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Health Food   |   Palm Oil   |   Polypropylene Fabric (PP Fabric)   |   Biscuits
Feb-07-22
Buyer From Denmark
Buyer Of Frozen Beef   |   Frozen Mutton   |   Canned Fish   |   Coconut Shell   |   Edible Oils   |   Palm Oil   |   Non Woven Fabric   |   Wet Wipes   |   Chocolates   |   Raw Leather   |   Ladies Skirts   |   Poultry   |   Frozen Lamb   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Medical Clothing   |   Health Products   |   Water Filters, Water Treatment Plants   |   Mushrooms   |   Beverages   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Goat Leather   |   Ladies Salwar, Suits, Dupattas & Sarees   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Vegetable Oils   |   Solar Panels   |   Baby Wet Wipes   |   Beans   |   Canned Food   |   Snacks   |   Hand Sanitizer Gel   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Fresh or Chilled Seafood   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Food Products   |   Ghee   |   Yogurt   |   Medical Coveralls   |   Seafood   |   Knitted & Woven Garments   |   Fresh Meat   |   Fresh Lamb   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Ice Creams   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Frozen Squid   |   Chickpeas   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Other Ladies Dresses   |   Air Conditioner Parts   |   Baby Wipes   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Tissue Paper   |   Soaps & Detergents   |   Fresh Snapper Fish   |   Fresh Tilapia Fish   |   Olive Oil   |   Hand Sanitizer   |   Medical Dressings & Disposable Sheets   |   Plastic Carrier Bags   |   Fresh Pork   |   Oat   |   Peas   |   Coffee Beans   |   Polypropylene Fabric (PP Fabric)   |   Sesame Oil   |   Solar Inverters   |   Ladies Blouse   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Charcoal   |   Surgical Equipments & Disposables   |   Fertilizers   |   Milk Powder   |   Condensed milk   |   Milk Cream   |   Lentils   |   Pigeon Peas   |   Coffee   |   Soft Drinks   |   Sheep Leather   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Face Cream   |   Coal   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Honey   |   Frozen Lobsters   |   Frozen Sea Cucumber   |   Lingerie & Bra   |   Raw Rubber   |   Coconut Oil   |   Mens Boxer   |   PP (Polypropylene) Plastic Bags   |   Fresh Beef   |   Fresh Mutton   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Children Clothing and Accessories   |   Fresh Oysters   |   Tea   |   Sugar   |   Ladies Tops   |   Knitted & Woven Fabrics   |   Face Shields   |   Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Rice   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Peanuts   |   Trousers & Shorts   |   Meat & Poultry   |   Frozen Meat   |   Fresh Cuttlefish   |   Medical Caps   |   Petroleum By Products   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Health Food   |   Clothing & Accessories   |   Shirts   |   Medical Syringes   |   Medical Gloves   |   Infrared Thermometers   |   Smoking Water Pipes   |   Berries   |   Olives   |   Cosmetics & Beauty Products   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Energy Drinks   |   Chocolate & Confectionery   |   Animal Food   |   Cow Leather   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Dairy & Milk Products   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   N95 Face Mask   |   Surgical Face Mask   |   Fresh Squid   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Cheese   |   Sportswear/Polo Shirts   |   Mens Undergarments   |   Spices   |   Herbs   |   Butter   |   Paneer   |   Fish   |   Shirts & T-Shirts   |   Jeans & Denim Wear   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Medical Thermometers   |   Fresh Prawns   |   Coconut   |   Solar Power Equipments   |   Medical Supplies & Disposable
Oct-14-21
Buyer From Denmark
Buyer Of Frozen Tuna Fish   |   Soaps & Detergents   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Frozen Mackerel Fish   |   Rice   |   Seafood   |   Fresh Mackerel Fish   |   Chicken Eggs   |   Fresh Salmon Fish   |   Fresh Oysters   |   Fresh Squid   |   Fresh Prawns   |   Spices   |   Frozen Mutton   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Fresh Mushroom   |   Poultry   |   Fresh Pork   |   Fresh Cuttlefish   |   Fresh Octopus   |   Frozen Shrimps   |   Fresh or Chilled Seafood   |   Fresh Shrimps   |   Raw Rubber   |   Frozen Meat   |   Petroleum By Products   |   Fresh Snapper Fish   |   Fresh Sea Cucumber   |   Fresh Lamb   |   Meat & Poultry   |   Plastic Carrier Bags   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   PP (Polypropylene) Plastic Bags   |   Water Filters, Water Treatment Plants   |   Baby Wipes   |   Air Conditioner Parts   |   Baby Wet Wipes   |   Paneer   |   Chocolates   |   Edible Oils   |   Olive Oil   |   Shirts   |   Butter   |   Condensed milk   |   Medical Clothing   |   Health Products   |   Coconut Water & Coconut Milk   |   Milk Powder   |   Cow Leather   |   Lingerie & Bra   |   Fresh Beef   |   Mushrooms   |   Knitted & Woven Fabrics   |   Beverages   |   Animal Food   |   Cocoa Beans   |   Pigeon Peas   |   Coconut Shell   |   Ladies Tops   |   Coconut Shell Charcoal   |   Snacks   |   Disposable Face Mask   |   Ghee   |   Sportswear/Polo Shirts   |   Ice Creams   |   Beans   |   Milk & Milk Products   |   Fresh Tuna Fish   |   Mens Undergarments   |   Fresh Crabs   |   Frozen Sea Cucumber   |   Vegetable Oils   |   Fresh Fruits   |   Frozen Squid   |   Coffee   |   Fresh Meat   |   Fresh Tilapia Fish   |   Oat   |   Energy Drinks   |   Health Food   |   Peas   |   Frozen Lamb   |   Fresh Lobsters   |   Canned Fish   |   Berries   |   Frozen Beef   |   Smoking Water Pipes   |   Frozen Seafood   |   Cocoa Powder   |   Chocolate & Confectionery   |   Peanuts   |   Medical Syringes   |   Trousers & Shorts   |   Non Woven Fabric   |   Cosmetics & Beauty Products   |   Desiccated Coconut   |   Polypropylene Fabric (PP Fabric)   |   Tissue Paper   |   Medical Gloves   |   Olives   |   Honey   |   Raw Leather   |   Food Products   |   Coconut   |   Sugar   |   Face Cream   |   Surgical Equipments & Disposables   |   Dairy & Milk Products   |   Chickpeas   |   Goat Leather   |   Solar Power Equipments   |   Solar Panels   |   Face Shields   |   Sheep Leather   |   Children Clothing and Accessories   |   Soft Drinks   |   Shea Butter   |   Ladies Salwar, Suits, Dupattas & Sarees   |   Other Ladies Dresses   |   Fertilizers   |   Mens Boxer   |   Tea   |   Yogurt   |   Hand Sanitizer   |   Herbs   |   Cheese   |   Solar Inverters   |   Surgical Face Mask   |   Palm Oil   |   Shirts & T-Shirts   |   Milk Cream   |   Clothing & Accessories   |   Infrared Thermometers   |   Ladies Blouse   |   Coconut Oil   |   Knitted & Woven Garments   |   Biscuits   |   Jeans & Denim Wear   |   Hand Sanitizer Gel   |   Fresh Mutton   |   Fish   |   Charcoal   |   Canned Food   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Medical Supplies & Disposable   |   Wet Wipes   |   3 Ply Face Mask   |   Medical Coveralls   |   Coal   |   Medical Dressings & Disposable Sheets   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Medical Caps   |   Sesame Seeds   |   Lentils   |   Coffee Beans   |   N95 Face Mask   |   Medical Thermometers   |   Ladies Skirts
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Coconut Shell: Agricultural Waste Making its Way into Global Market

The coconut shell is the toughest component in a coconut fruit, which is situated between the coconut husk and flesh. These shells are dense, durable, and have enhanced brittleness, which makes the process of turning them into activated carbon or powders much easier. There are a lot of coconut shells that are discarded as agricultural waste, but these can be used again in various forms. These wastes were used to make charcoal in traditional times, which is much stronger than any other type of charcoal. However, its applications broadened with the evolving generations because of its biodegradability and abundance. It is now used to make several decorative items, such as coconut shell bowls, candle holders, pet houses, and many other items. 


It is believed that coconut shells are native to Middle Eastern countries and Persia, with their wood carving craftsmen. After which, it reached India (Kerala), where coconut palms were and still are in abundance. Since then, it has always found a way to be recycled and used in various sectors.


Let's explore more on the different ways in which coconut shell can be used:

Industries UseHow it is used
Charcoal and FuelAs the properties of coconut shells include having high carbon content, low ash, and burning faster, it is used as a fuel substitute for firewood. Activated carbon made from this shell is also used for water purification and air filtration.
Industrial ApplicationsIt is valued greatly in recovering gold, and the activated carbon derived from coconut shells is also used for treating wastewater and potable water.
Handicrafts and Household ItemsThe hard shell of the coconut is polished and carved into decorative containers, lamps, bowls, spoons, etc. Using these is an eco-friendly way of replacing wood and plastic.
Agriculture and GardeningThe crushed form of coconut shells is used as organic fertilizer and soil improver in order to enhance the moisture of the soil.



How Coconut Shells Are Shaping the Future of Global Trade

The global trade of coconut shells is driven by multiple industries, such as agriculture, cosmetics, energy, and food production. This is because a variety of products are made from coconut shells, including coconut shell crafts, activated carbon, and charcoal. This is why its global trade is heavily dependent on these products. Let's explore more about how the demand for coconut shell products increases the exports of coconut shells. 

Coconut Shell ProductHow it increases the demand
Coconut shell powderThese powders are used in numerous industries, such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, etc. This is why bulk buyers often trade with powders of coconut shells as well.
Coconut shell charcoalIt is an eco-friendly cooking fuel used for grilling and barbecue. Coconut shell charcoal buyers usually require charcoal with no smell and no smoke when they buy it for household fuel.
Coconut shell activated carbonIt is essential for producing activated charcoal, which is highly demanded for water purification, air filtration, and metal recovery.


There are different markets for varying products related to coconut shells. As an exporter, whether you're exporting coconut shells or other related products (crushed coconut shells, coconut shell powder, and others), when you know which market has the most opportunities, you can significantly grow your exporting business. 


As per the latest data, market opportunities for coconut shell and related products have emerged in:

Emerging Market Opportunities inCoconut Shell ProductReason for the Growing Demand
Asia Pacific, North America and Latin AmericaCoconut shell activated carbonThe demand for these coconut shell products is increasing because of the growing industries of hospitality and agriculture. Charcoal from coconut shells is favoured because of its low ash and clean burn. There is a growing demand for these because of biomass fuel adoption.
North America, Europe, and Asia PacificCoconut shell powderThese regions heavily use coconut shell powder as an eco-friendly filler in composites, plywood, and surface coatings. The demand is fueled by eco-conscious manufacturing trends and the opting for more sustainable alternatives.
China, North America and EuropeCrushed Coconut shellDue to the emphasis on biodegradable materials, these are used in different sectors of all these regions, like construction, agriculture, and cosmetics.



What Coconut Shell Buyers Demand from Suppliers:

As an exporter, you should be adhering to certain quality requirements for coconut shells. This will help you in building a strong impression in the global trade industry. A few of those requirements are as follows:


  • Moisture Content: should be low (below 10%)
  • Color: dark color, uniform
  • Structure: dense, should have micropores (suitable for absorbing impurities)
  • Appearance: should be free from dirt, mold, or fungus
  • Packaging: Polypropylene (PP) woven bags or Gunny bags



Coconut Shell Types & Other Related Categories Famous in the Global Market?

CategoryCoconut Shell Type NameDescription
By Maturity
Green Coconut ShellSoft, fibrous shell from young coconuts
Brown Coconut ShellHard, durable
By Processing
Raw Coconut ShellUnprocessed, fresh shell removed from coconut
Dried Coconut ShellSun- or air-dried, low ash content
Crushed Coconut ShellLower density, lightweight
Powdered Coconut ShellHigh strength, low density
Carbonized Coconut ShellHigh fixed carbon content, low ash content
Activated Carbon from ShellResistant to abrasion, low dust


Now that you have all the information about the different varieties of coconut shells, you can make the most out of them by diversifying your products. Here are some other related products you can include to grow your business:



Crucial Market Insights on Global Trade of Coconut Shell

When you begin your exporting journey, you need to have all the information about the current market trends and the condition of coconut shells in the global trade. While there is no exact data available for coconut shells, we are compiling some important data for crushed coconut shells (which is an essential segment of the coconut shell global trade). The essential data are as follows:


Global Market Size  

MetricValue
Market Size (2025)$366.1 Million
Expected Market Size (2033)$676.723 Million
CAGR7.90%

Source: Cognitive Market Research


Top Importing Countries for Coconut Shell (2024):

Country NameTotal shipments
US2,737
Spain632
Australia253

Source: Volza



How to Find Verified Coconut Shell Buyers Near Me & Globally?

In order to get connected with various coconut shell importers, there are a few platforms you can rely on. These platforms will make your process of finding reliable buyers quicker. Some of those are as follows:


  • Sign up on B2B platforms, such as go4WorldBusiness, and connect with buyers of your local market as well as the international ones. After signing up, you will start getting leads in just a few days. Just make your profile and search for buyers, as per your product, such as “raw coconut shell buyers”, “coconut buyers”, or “coconut shell powder buyers”. 

  • Engage with global trade fairs, such as India International Trade Fair (IITF), ANUGA International, Gulfood, and others. A lot of global buyers participate in these exhibitions in search of high-quality coconut shells or related products (coconut shell powder, coconut shell charcoal, and others). 

  • Make a separate account for your coconut shell exporting business. Share some recent happenings of your business and engage with other traders’ posts. Do not forget to upload some images and videos, as these make you look more genuine and give the impression that you’re active in your business. 

  • Lastly, to focus more on your local market, you can reach out to the local wholesalers and manufacturers in your town. They usually are in search of good-quality coconut shells to produce coconut shell powders, coconut shell charcoal, and others. You can also reach out to the handicraft shops because they also use coconut shells as a raw material for making decorative items. 



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. What is the price of a 1 ton coconut shell?

In India, the price for 1 ton of coconut shell is around INR 26,000. Please note that this varies across different countries, depending on their local demand. 


2. How many coconut shells make 1 kg?

On average, one coconut shell weighs approximately 500 to 700 grams. Keeping this in mind, around 1.67 coconut shells make 1 kg. 


3. How do I find active buyers for coconut shell exports?

To find active coconut shell buyers, you can opt for the following methods:

Sign up on B2B platforms (like go4WorldBusiness)

Attend trade fairs (Gulfood, Anuga, Saudi Agriculture International Trade Exhibition, etc.)

Join trade community channels (Facebook, Telegram, LinkedIn)


4. What types of coconut shell products are commonly exported?

Coconut shell powder, activated carbon from coconut shell, and coconut shell charcoal are some of the coconut shell products that are mostly exported. 


5. What quality standards should coconut shells meet for export?

For exporting coconut shells, exporters will need to make sure that the shells are cleaned and sun-dried, have less than 10% moisture content, less than 2% ash content, and are free from foreign matter. 


6. How should coconut shells be prepared for export?

As far as the preparation of coconut shells is concerned, coconut shells should be properly cleaned, dried, sorted, graded, and carbonized (if you're exporting coconut shell charcoal). 


7. What packaging is suitable for coconut shell exports?

Sack bags and Polypropylene bags are suitable packaging materials for exporting coconut shells. They are durable, moisture-resistant, and maintain dryness. 


8. Which countries have the highest demand for coconut shell products?

The US, China, and Sri Lanka are the top countries when it comes to the highest demand for coconut shells.


9. Which countries are the major importers of coconut shell?

The US, Spain, and Australia are the major importers of coconut shells. 


10. What is the coconut shell HSN code?

The HSN code for coconut shells is 14049060 (unworked) or 44029010 (worked like charcoal). 



Latest News Related to Coconut Shell Global Trade:

The coconut processors in Indonesia are urging the government to stop coconut exports for 6 to 12 months, because the global demand and poor harvest are increasing the local prices. (Full story: Asia News Network)