Product Detail

Industrial Biomass Pellets

High-GCV (3800–4200 Kcal/kg), low-ash (<10%) biomass pellets manufactured from agricultural waste in Kadi, Gujarat. A coal replacement for suitable industrial boilers, also used for blending with coal in power-plant boilers.

What are industrial biomass pellets?

Industrial biomass pellets are compressed cylindrical fuel units (6–8mm diameter) made from agricultural waste — including cotton stalks, groundnut shells, mustard husk, and wood residues. They offer 3800–4200 Kcal/kg GCV with less than 10% ash content, making them a renewable agro-residue replacement for coal in suitable industrial boilers. Values are BBI's own specification, confirmed by a batch lab report on request. Bharat Bio Industries manufactures and supplies these pellets from our factory in Kadi, Gujarat.

Feedstock Types & Material Specifications

Bharat Bio Industries leverages Gujarat's abundant agricultural cycles to manufacture various types of solid biofuels. We customize the raw material blend based on your boiler type, thermal requirements, and ash fusion constraints. Figures below are indicative; they vary by feedstock and batch, so see the lab report.

Groundnut Shell Pellets

High Abundance

General industrial steam boilers, textile units, and food processing plants.

Calorific Value (GCV):3900–4200 Kcal/kg
Ash Content:3%–5%

Cotton Stalk Pellets

Stable Heat Profile

Industrial process boilers, grate-fired systems, and brick kilns.

Calorific Value (GCV):4000–4300 Kcal/kg
Ash Content:4%–6%

Mustard Husk Pellets

Power-Plant Blending

Power-plant blending with coal, cement kilns, and high-grate boilers.

Calorific Value (GCV):4100–4400 Kcal/kg
Ash Content:4%–8%

Wood & Sawdust Pellets

Low-Ash Grade

Pharmaceutical and food-plant boilers and low-ash furnaces.

Calorific Value (GCV):4400–4800 Kcal/kg
Ash Content:<1.5%

Indicative — varies by feedstock and batch; see lab report. The standard BBI pellet specification is 3800–4200 Kcal/kg with ash below 10%.

Biomass pellets for power plants and co-firing — what the rules say

The Ministry of Power policy of 7 November 2025 requires coal-based thermal power plants to use a 5% blend (by weight) of biomass pellets with coal from FY 2025-26. Plants in the National Capital Region use 5% biomass pellets plus an additional 2%. The obligation is on the power plant, not on suppliers, so there is no "approved" or "compliant" status for a pellet maker. Each plant sets its own fuel specification and tests what it buys.

ParameterValue
Official benchmark: moisture (non-torrefied pellets)Below 14%
Official benchmark: GCV (non-torrefied pellets)2800–3400 Kcal/kg
BBI pellets: moistureBelow 10%
BBI pellets: GCV3800–4200 Kcal/kg

Benchmark: Ministry of Power guidance, August 2025 (SAMARTH mission). BBI values are our own specification, confirmed by a batch lab report on request. Our GCV is above the benchmark range; check ash, size and handling against your plant's own requirement. BIS has published IS 18724:2024 for pellets and marking is voluntary; we do not claim BIS certification.

When to choose pellets and when to choose briquettes

Choose pellets (6–8mm) if your boiler has an automated screw or pneumatic feeder, or if you blend biomass with coal in a power-plant boiler. Choose our 90mm briquettes (white coal) for manual-fed kilns, furnaces and grate boilers, where they usually cost less per kg. Both are specified at 3800–4200 Kcal/kg. Burn behaviour depends on density, feed rate and furnace design, so run a 25 MT trial before committing to a contract.

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
Raw MaterialAgricultural Residue Biomass
Calorific Value (GCV)3800–4200 Kcal/kg *
Moisture Content<10% *
Ash Content2–8% (max <10%) *
Bulk Density>650 kg/m³ *
Pellet Diameter6 mm / 8 mm
Pellet Length15–40 mm
Sulphur Content<0.1%
Nitrogen Content<0.5%

* Values for standard high-GCV grade. Actual specs may vary by batch & raw material. Lower GCV grades (3700–4100 Kcal/kg) available on request. BBI specification; batch lab report on request.

Ash behaviour & boiler safety

Ash fusion temperature depends on the feedstock. Sand, silica or clay contamination and a high potassium content can lower it and lead to clinkers on the grate or scaling on water tubes. If your boiler is sensitive to slagging, ask for an ash fusion test in the batch lab report and run a 25 MT trial before committing to a contract.

Applications

  • Industrial boilers
  • Power-plant boilers (blended with coal)
  • Textile mill steam generation
  • Food processing plants
  • Ceramic kilns
  • Chemical plant heating
  • Paper mill boilers
  • Pharma steam systems
Get Free Quote View All Products
Common Questions

Biomass Pellets — FAQ

What is the MOQ for biomass pellets?

Minimum order quantity is 25 MT ex-factory Kadi, Gujarat. Annual supply contracts available from 50 MT/month.

What GCV do BBI pellets offer?

3800–4200 Kcal/kg for standard high-grade (BBI specification). Lower-grade (3700–4100 Kcal/kg) available on request at reduced pricing.

Are these pellets suitable for power-plant co-firing?

Yes, for blending with coal in power-plant boilers. The 5% blending obligation (Ministry of Power policy of 7 November 2025) sits with the power plant, which sets its own fuel specification. Request our batch lab report to check it. See the power-plant section above.

Pellets or briquettes — which should I choose?

Pellets for automated feeders and power-plant blending; 90mm briquettes for manual-fed kilns and grate boilers, usually at a lower price per kg. Both are specified at 3800–4200 Kcal/kg. Test a 25 MT trial.

What raw materials are used?

Gujarat agricultural waste: cotton stalk, groundnut shell, mustard husk, and clean wood residues. Blend customized per your boiler requirements.

What is the price per kg?

₹8–₹12/kg ex-factory for bulk contracts above 25 MT. Final pricing depends on volume, location, and contract duration.

Do you provide a batch lab report?

Yes, on request: GCV, ash, moisture and bulk density per batch. These are our own test reports; we do not claim BIS certification.

Related Guides