Biomass Pellets FAQ

Biomass pellets are compressed cylindrical fuel units made from agricultural waste, wood residues, and crop by-products. They are a carbon-neutral alternative to coal, offering 4200–4600 Kcal/kg calorific value with less than 2% ash content. They are widely used in industrial boilers, furnaces, and thermal power plants.

Yes! Along with high-GCV agro-waste pellets, Bharat Bio Industries manufactures and supplies premium biomass briquettes (typically 70mm to 90mm diameter). Briquettes are excellent for manual-fired boilers, brick kilns, gasifiers, and traditional furnaces that require long-lasting, slow-burning solid biofuel, whereas pellets are optimized for automated boiler systems.

Agro-waste pellets (or agricultural pellets) are manufactured from agricultural residues like cotton stalks, groundnut shells, mustard husks, and crop waste. Wood pellets are made from wood sawdust, shavings, and timber residues. Agro-waste pellets are highly cost-effective and abundant in agricultural states like Gujarat, making them the preferred choice for large-scale industrial boilers, whereas wood pellets are typically used in domestic heating or low-ash specialized setups.

Biomass pellets are smaller (6mm or 8mm) and highly uniform, which makes them ideal for automatic screw feeding systems in modern industrial boilers. Biomass briquettes are much larger (typically 70mm to 90mm) and are generally fed manually or used in large-grate boilers. Pellets offer higher combustion efficiency, stable heat output, and lower manual labor requirements.

Bharat Bio Industries uses premium agricultural residues including cotton stalks, groundnut shells, mustard husk, rice husk, sawdust, and wood waste — all sustainably sourced from Gujarat farmers. No chemical binders are used in our production process.

Biomass pellets are made through a 4-step process: (1) Feedstock sourcing from agro-waste, (2) Drying to <10% moisture, (3) Grinding to uniform particle size, and (4) High-pressure extrusion into cylindrical pellets. No additives or binders are used, making them a clean fuel source.

GCV stands for Gross Calorific Value — the total heat energy released when a fuel is burned completely. Our biomass pellets offer GCV of 4200–4600 Kcal/kg. Higher GCV means more heat output per kg, which reduces fuel consumption and costs for your boiler.

Biomass pellets have a shelf life of 6–12 months when stored properly in a dry, covered area away from moisture. Exposure to rain or high humidity can degrade pellet quality by increasing moisture content above the optimal 10% level.

Yes! Bharat Bio Industries manufactures biomass pellets that strictly comply with the Ministry of Power (MoP) guidelines. Our pellets are ideal for 5% to 10% co-firing in thermal power plants, helping energy providers meet clean energy mandates and avoid non-compliance penalties.

Biomass pellets in India are priced from ₹7 to ₹18 per kg depending on grade, volume, and delivery location. Bharat Bio Industries offers competitive bulk pricing starting at ₹8/kg ex-factory from Bakrol, Ahmedabad for orders above 25 MT.

Our minimum order quantity is 25 MT (metric tons). For industrial clients requiring 100+ MT per month, we offer customized annual supply agreements with fixed pricing to protect against market fluctuations.

Yes. For industrial clients with regular monthly requirements, we offer annual supply contracts with guaranteed delivery schedules, fixed pricing, and priority dispatch. Contact us to discuss your specific volume requirements.

We typically work on advance payment or Letter of Credit (LC) for large orders. Established clients may qualify for 30-day credit terms after an initial trial period. Contact us to discuss payment arrangements for your specific situation.

Our biomass pellets have an ash content of less than 2%. Low ash content is critical for industrial boiler efficiency — it reduces slagging, minimizes cleaning downtime, and extends equipment life. We issue ash content certificates with every consignment.

Our pellets are manufactured with moisture content below 10%, which is optimal for efficient combustion. Higher moisture content reduces effective calorific value and causes incomplete combustion. We test and certify moisture levels per batch.

If biomass pellets absorb moisture (above 12–15%), they will lose their structural integrity, swell, and crumble back into loose raw dust. This reduces their heating efficiency and can clog automatic screw feeding systems. Proper covered storage off the ground is essential.

Yes. We issue quality test certificates with every consignment showing GCV, ash content, moisture content, sulphur content, and bulk density — tested by an independent laboratory. We also provide mill certificates and delivery documentation.

We produce biomass pellets in standard 6mm and 8mm diameters, with lengths of 15–40mm. Custom diameters can be arranged for large volume orders with specific boiler requirements.

We prevent clinker formation and slagging by maintaining ash content below 2% and strictly sourcing raw agricultural feedstock that is free from soil, sand, or silica contamination. This maintains a high ash fusion temperature, ensuring complete combustion and minimal burner scaling.

Our biomass pellets offer a Pellet Durability Index (PDI) of 97.5% or higher. This high durability guarantees that the pellets maintain their solid structure and do not degrade into fine dust during transport, pneumatic handling, or automatic screw feeding.

Solid biofuels, including biomass pellets, wood pellets, and biomass briquettes, attract a low, concessional GST rate of 5% in India. This makes switching to renewable biofuel highly tax-efficient and economically attractive for industrial factories.

Yes. Our primary delivery regions are Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. We offer ex-factory pricing from Bakrol, Ahmedabad. Logistics can be arranged by the buyer, or we can assist in connecting with reliable transporters for outstation deliveries.

Raw agricultural residue collection becomes challenging during the rains. To guarantee uninterrupted year-round deliveries for our contract clients, Bharat Bio Industries stores massive buffer reserves of dry feedstock inside dry, rainproof warehouses in Ahmedabad. This ensures our pellet mill operates at full capacity even during the peak of monsoon.

For Gujarat-based deliveries, we typically dispatch within 2–5 business days of order confirmation and payment. For outstation orders, lead time is 5–10 business days depending on location and transportation availability.

Store biomass pellets in a covered, dry area on a raised wooden pallet to prevent moisture absorption from the floor. Keep away from rain exposure and direct sunlight. Properly stored pellets maintain quality for 6–12 months.

We regularly deliver bulk shipments of 10+ MT to major industrial hubs including Ahmedabad (Vatva GIDC, Naroda, Odhav), Morbi (vitrified tiles and ceramic cluster), Rajkot (Metoda GIDC), Vadodara (Nandesari GIDC), Surat (Sachin GIDC), Ankleshwar GIDC, Vapi GIDC, and Jetpur (textile process hub).

Yes. In addition to Gujarat, BBI supplies bulk solid biofuels across India, with active shipping routes to Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune, Chakan, Nagpur industrial zones) and Rajasthan (Jaipur, Alwar, Udaipur industrial hubs) with reliable logistics partners.

Yes. Biomass pellets can be used as a direct 1:1 replacement for coal in most industrial boilers with minimal or no modification. However, for furnace oil or gas burners, conversion kits may be required. We can advise on technical compatibility for your specific boiler model.

GPCB and other state pollution control boards actively encourage switching to biomass as it is classified as a clean, carbon-neutral fuel. Replacing coal with biomass pellets dramatically reduces SOx and particulate emissions, making it significantly easier for factories to pass regular emission audits and secure Consent to Operate (CTO) renewals.

Unlike coal ash, biomass pellet ash is non-hazardous and rich in potassium, calcium, and silica. It is highly valued as an organic fertilizer. Local farmers regularly collect it for soil enrichment, or it can be supplied to local brick and cement manufacturers as a sustainable aggregate raw material.

Biomass co-firing means blending biomass pellets with coal in thermal power plants. India's Ministry of Power mandates 5% biomass co-firing in all coal-based thermal plants. Our pellets meet all quality specifications for co-firing compliance, helping power plants avoid financial penalties.

Biomass pellets are carbon-neutral because the CO₂ released during combustion equals the CO₂ absorbed by plants during their growth cycle. Replacing coal with biomass reduces net carbon emissions by up to 90% per ton of fuel used — critical for ESG reporting and carbon credit eligibility.

Yes. Under India's National Bioenergy Programme, certain biomass energy projects qualify for financial support from MNRE. Additionally, companies using biomass fuel may qualify for carbon credits under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS). Consult your energy auditor for specific eligibility.

Yes. Since agricultural biomass pellets are a carbon-neutral fuel source under GHG Protocol, switching to BBI pellets directly reduces your Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions. This qualifies your company for carbon offset initiatives, ESG compliance reporting, and the Indian Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS).

Unlike toxic coal ash, the ash generated from burning BBI biomass pellets is non-hazardous and rich in potassium, calcium, and silica. It acts as an excellent soil conditioner and organic potash fertilizer for local farmers. It is also supplied to brick and cement plants as a sustainable aggregate raw material.