Biomass products traded
Biomass pellets, briquettes, and agro-waste fuel — all grades, all India.
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Every enquiry is checked on GCV, ash content, moisture, size, packing, and loading city before a rate is shared. No guesswork, no wasted calls.
Product
Price range (per MT)
Common use
Specs Greenkoal collects
Biomass pellets
Wood / agro / mixed (20–25mm)
₹5,000 – ₹16,000
Industrial boilers, co-firing with coal (NTPC/SAMARTH), process heating, institutional fuel
Diameter (mm), GCV (kcal/kg), ash %, moisture %, dust %, packing, quantity (MT/month)
Biomass briquettes
Sawdust / groundnut shell / mustard husk (90mm)
₹6,000 – ₹10,000
Industrial boilers, furnaces, brick kilns, thermal applications
Size (mm), raw material, GCV, ash %, moisture %, loading city, MT available
Agro-waste fuel
Rice husk / mustard husk / sawdust / loose
₹3,000 – ₹7,000
Cost-sensitive industrial fuel replacement, brick kilns, small boilers
Material type, moisture %, seasonal availability, truck loading terms, MT per month
Biomass pellet types traded across India
Greenkoal handles all major biomass pellet types available in the Indian market:
- Wood pellets — sawdust, wood shavings, timber waste. GCV 4,200–4,800 kcal/kg. Lowest ash (<1%). Used in export-grade orders, automated boilers, and co-firing.
- Rice husk pellets — from Punjab, Haryana, UP, West Bengal. GCV 3,200–3,600 kcal/kg. Cost-effective for large-volume industrial requirements.
- Mustard husk pellets and briquettes — from Rajasthan, Haryana, MP. GCV 3,500–4,000 kcal/kg. High-volume availability post-harvest season.
- Groundnut shell briquettes — from Gujarat, AP, Karnataka. GCV 3,800–4,200 kcal/kg. Dense, high-calorific fuel for industrial boilers.
- Mixed agro-waste pellets — blended from cotton stalks, soybean husk, paddy straw, and other crop residues. Widely available in Maharashtra, MP, Gujarat.
- Sugarcane bagasse briquettes — from UP, Maharashtra, Karnataka sugar belt. GCV 2,200–2,800 kcal/kg. Cost-effective bulk option.
Who buys biomass pellets and briquettes in India?
The main industrial buyers Greenkoal serves include:
- Thermal power plants — under NTPC's SAMARTH mission mandating 5–10% biomass co-firing with coal across India's coal-based plants.
- Cement manufacturers — large players replacing coal in pre-calciners and kilns to reduce fuel costs and carbon footprint.
- Textile mills and dyeing units — using biomass as boiler fuel for steam generation in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra.
- Paper and pulp mills — requiring consistent biomass fuel for steam and power generation.
- Food processing and distilleries — using biomass briquettes for boilers and process heating.
- Brick kilns — replacing coal with biomass briquettes for firing, across North and Central India.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about buying and selling biomass pellets and briquettes in India
Where can I buy biomass pellets in bulk in India?
Greenkoal is a pan-India biomass pellets trading desk connecting industrial buyers with verified sellers. Share your quantity, delivery city, and GCV requirement and we match you with available lots at market rates within 24 hours. Email: trade@greenkoal.com
Where can I buy biomass briquettes in bulk in India?
Greenkoal sources biomass briquettes (90mm and other sizes) from verified sellers across India for industrial boilers, furnaces, and thermal applications. Submit your requirement for a same-day quote.
What is the price of biomass pellets per MT in India in 2026?
Biomass pellet prices in India in 2026 range from approximately ₹5,000 to ₹16,000 per metric tonne depending on type, GCV, ash content, moisture, and location. Agro-waste pellets (rice husk, mustard husk) range ₹5,000–₹9,000/MT. Wood pellets range ₹10,000–₹16,000/MT. Contact Greenkoal for a live rate for your specific grade and location.
What is the price of biomass briquettes per MT in India?
Biomass briquette prices in India range from ₹6,000 to ₹10,000 per metric tonne in 2026, depending on raw material (sawdust, groundnut shell, mustard husk, rice husk), GCV, and loading location. Contact Greenkoal for a current live rate.
What is the difference between biomass pellets and biomass briquettes?
Biomass pellets are small cylindrical pieces (6–25mm diameter) suited for automated boilers and co-firing in thermal power plants (NTPC, SAMARTH). Biomass briquettes are larger compressed blocks (typically 90mm) suited for manual industrial boilers, brick kilns, and furnaces. Pellets have lower ash and higher uniformity. Briquettes are more cost-effective for manual firing. Both are made from agro-waste — rice husk, sawdust, mustard husk, or groundnut shell.
Which industries buy biomass pellets and briquettes in India?
Major biomass fuel buyers include: thermal power plants (NTPC SAMARTH co-firing mandate), cement manufacturers (Birla, Ambuja), textile mills (Gujarat, Tamil Nadu), paper and pulp mills, distilleries, food processing units, and brick kilns across North and Central India.
I am a supplier — how do I list my biomass stock for industrial buyers?
Share your stock details with Greenkoal — product type, quantity (MT), loading city, GCV, ash %, moisture %, packing (loose/bag/jumbo bag), and target rate. We match your lot with active industrial buyers across India and help you close at stronger market rates without wasting time on cold calls.
Which states in India does Greenkoal serve?
Greenkoal accepts biomass enquiries from all 28 states and union territories — including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal and more. No fixed regional restriction.
How quickly will I get a biomass rate from Greenkoal?
Enquiries submitted through the form are emailed to the trading desk instantly. Greenkoal aims to respond within 24 hours with a live market rate, a follow-up question, or a request for additional details such as GCV grade, ash %, or exact loading location.
What is the minimum quantity to buy biomass pellets or briquettes in India?
Most sellers dispatch in single truck loads — 20 to 24 MT minimum. For monthly contracts, 100 MT/month and above attract better per-MT rates. Share your requirement with Greenkoal and we'll find a source that matches your volume.
Do biomass pellets attract GST in India?
Yes. Biomass pellets and briquettes attract 5% GST in India. Always confirm with your source whether the quoted rate is inclusive or exclusive of GST before raising a purchase order.
What GCV should I look for in biomass pellets for my industrial boiler?
For most industrial boilers, a minimum GCV of 3,400 kcal/kg is recommended. Automated pellet boilers and co-firing plants typically require 3,800–4,200 kcal/kg. Wood pellets offer the highest GCV (4,200–4,800 kcal/kg). Rice husk pellets are cost-effective at 3,200–3,600 kcal/kg for boilers designed for high-ash fuel.
Can I get biomass pellets delivered anywhere in India?
Yes. Greenkoal works with loading points and delivery destinations across all 28 states and union territories — Punjab, Haryana, UP, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, MP, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal, and more. Share your delivery city and we'll find the most cost-effective freight route.
What is the NTPC biomass co-firing mandate and how does it affect pellet prices?
NTPC's SAMARTH mission requires all coal-based thermal power plants in India to co-fire 5–10% biomass pellets with coal. This has significantly increased demand for biomass pellets across India, particularly for pellets with GCV above 3,800 kcal/kg and ash below 15%. This policy-driven demand keeps pellet prices firm, especially near power plant clusters in UP, MP, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.