Sree Manohari Chemicals

Charcoal briquettes are compressed blocks of charcoal dust or fine particles, and a binding agent is added to give them shape and strength. Binders are crucial for the integrity and functionality of briquettes, impacting factors like strength during storage and transportation, burning properties, and cost-effectiveness. Here are the primary categories of charcoal briquette binders:1. Organic binders

• Starch: Common and natural, derived from sources like corn, wheat, maize, rice, cassava, or potato flour. Starch is eco-friendly and generally results in smoke-free briquettes, making it ideal for BBQ charcoal. Gelatinizing the starch by heating it with water creates the sticky consistency needed for binding. Angel Starch highlights starch as a suitable binder that creates a strong adhesive bond and promotes clean burning.