What Is a Pillow Briquette? Size, Specs and Common Uses

A pillow briquette is a charcoal briquette made from 100% coconut shell and moulded into the shape of a small cushion. At ABRA BRIK, pillow briquettes are available in one size, 50 × 50 × 38 mm, in Premium and Grade A. They are used for barbecue and grilling, from home grills to commercial kitchens.

This article explains the shape, size, reference specifications, grades and typical users of pillow briquettes. Every product figure comes from the Kora Coconut catalogue. These are reference specifications; final figures are confirmed per shipment through pre-shipment inspection and a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

What does a pillow briquette look like?

A pillow briquette looks like a small cushion: the centre is slightly raised and the edges are rounded, with no sharp corners like a cube briquette. The catalogue highlights two practical benefits:

• It stacks easily. Briquettes pack tightly in a chimney starter or on the charcoal grate while still leaving gaps for air.
• It lights evenly. A uniform size means the coals in one pile become ready at about the same time.

Rounded edges also make the briquettes easy to pour from a sack or carton, which keeps grill preparation simple for kitchen staff.

What size is a pillow briquette?

In the Kora Coconut catalogue, the pillow briquette comes in one standard size: 50 × 50 × 38 mm. The first two figures are length and width; the last is the thickness at the highest point.

One size means one routine: no sorting for staff, one type of pack and one spec sheet. If you need more size options, another shape may suit you better. Our article comparing hexagonal and pillow BBQ briquettes covers the differences.

What are the specifications?

Parameter	Reference value
Ash content	2.19–2.55%
Ash colour	Natural
Fixed carbon	78.59–80.17%
Volatile matter	17.28–19.22%
Moisture	6.4–6.78%
Foreign matter	max 1%
Calorific value	7,447–7,448 kcal/kg
Raw material	100% coconut shell
Size	50 × 50 × 38 mm
Grades	Premium, Grade A

In short: ash content is the mineral residue left after the briquette burns out; fixed carbon is the solid carbon that delivers heat; calorific value is how much heat the briquette releases; and moisture is the water inside, which affects how easily it lights.

ABRA BRIK briquettes have been tested at the laboratory of Indonesia's Ministry of Forestry. For each order, final figures are still checked and recorded in the shipment's quality documents.

What is the difference between Premium and Grade A?

Pillow briquettes are available in Premium and Grade A. The Kora Coconut catalogue does not list separate lab figures per grade, so ask our team about the differences when you request a quotation. Buyers usually choose a grade based on their destination market, brand position and customer needs.

Who uses pillow briquettes?

• Restaurants and grill houses, for an even bed of coals under meat, fish or skewers.
• Caterers and event kitchens, where a uniform size helps new staff work quickly.
• Hotels, for restaurant grill stations and outdoor barbecue events.
• Retailers and distributors, selling a shape home BBQ buyers already know.
• Private-label owners, who can pack pillow briquettes under their own brand.

Want to know how to use them on the grill? Read our guide on how to use pillow briquettes for grilling.

How are pillow briquettes packed and handled?

Packaging is agreed according to the buyer's needs, destination market and brand. Whatever the pack, general rules for charcoal briquettes apply:

• Keep them dry. Coconut shell briquettes can absorb humidity, and damp briquettes are harder to light.
• Store them on pallets in a covered warehouse, not directly on the floor.
• Handle with care. Avoid throwing sacks or cartons, to limit cracking and fines.
• Keep them away from flames and flammable materials.
• Use older stock first.

For export shipments, documents such as the Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin and COA are prepared according to destination.

Frequently asked questions

What is a pillow briquette?

A cushion-shaped coconut shell charcoal briquette. At ABRA BRIK it measures 50 × 50 × 38 mm and comes in Premium and Grade A.

Is a pillow briquette the same as "briket bantal"?

Yes. "Briket bantal" is the Indonesian name; "pillow briquette" is the name used in international trade and in the Kora Coconut catalogue.

What is the calorific value?

The reference calorific value is 7,447–7,448 kcal/kg. Final figures for each order are confirmed by the COA.

Can pillow briquettes carry my own brand?

Yes. Private label is available. Share your packaging needs and destination market when you request a quotation.

How are pillow briquettes priced?

We do not publish a price list. Pricing is discussed according to volume and contract duration. Ask for a written quotation on WhatsApp or through our contact page.

Next step

See the product details on the Pillow Briquette page. For a full specification or a sample, send your application, target volume and destination on WhatsApp or via our contact page.