Afire KOKO Charcoal is based on the science of using less to grill more. KOKO Charcoal is more efficient than conventional charcoal. Made from 100% coconut fiber, it burns cleaner, hotter and longer – with no chemicals or nitrates.

Chemicals and impurities are non-issues with KOKO Charcoal. It is made from 100% carbonized coconut shells, a self-sustaining product that harms no trees in the manufacturing process. Coconut shells are a natural by-product left over from the harvesting of coconut milk and other coconut products, such as coconut butter, coconut oil and shredded coconut. The KOKO Charcoal manufacturing process begins with carbonizing (burning) the discarded coconut shells, then compacting the remains under high pressure and extruding them into cylindrical briquettes. The briquettes feature center holes to aid airflow in the hotter-burning, longer-lasting grilling experience.

All-natural KOKO Charcoal nullifies the health concerns associated with other methods:

Gas-Based Impurities. It is well known that if the source of gas flame is impure; it can leave toxic substances in the meat when combined with animal fatty acids.

High-Heat Efficiency. Excessive cooking of meat in close proximity to the flame can release HCAs. When a hamburger is grilled for ten minutes versus 10 minutes, for example, the HCA levels in the hamburger may increase by as much as 25-30%. When properly used, the high-burning heat of KOKO Charcoal can cook and smoke meats more quickly.

Carbon Additives. Most charcoal is a funky amalgamation of things like sawdust, cornstarch and lighter fluid. Afire 100% natural KOKO Charcoal has none of these additives.

Remaining Ash. Continued exposure to large amounts of ash is another known cancer risk. The volume of ash that charcoal produces is determined by the raw material it comes from. Charcoal made from coconut shells has very little impurities and therefore leaves only about 3.5% ash. This means less soot and particles enter your cardiovascular system.