Charcoal Export to the Middle East: Requirements & Documents

The Middle East is the #1 export destination for Indonesian coconut shell charcoal. UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman absorb tens of thousands of tons annually for shisha and BBQ industries.

Mandatory Export Documents

• Commercial Invoice, Packing List, B/L, Sales Contract.
• COA, MSDS, Halal Certificate, COO.
• Phytosanitary & Fumigation Certificate.

Shisha Market Specifications

• Cube 25mm or flat 25mm.
• Burn time: min 60 min natural, 30+ min quick-light.
• Ash content below 2.5%.
• No odor or smoke.
• 1kg inner box with shrink wrap, 10–20kg master carton.

Logistics

• Main ports: Jebel Ali, Dammam, Jeddah, Hamad.
• Transit: 18–28 days from Tanjung Priok.
• 20ft: ~16–18 tons; 40ft HC: ~24–26 tons.

Payment Terms

• L/C at sight for new buyers.
• 30% TT advance + 70% against B/L copy for repeat buyers.