Top 6 Charcoal (Uling) Sellers in the Philippines

Whether you run a BBQ stall or a carinderia, cook on a kalan at home, or resell to other buyers, finding a steady supply of charcoal (uling) comes down to three things: the type, the price, and how close the seller is to you. FarmyHub is an online agricultural marketplace, and its charcoal category lists uling and briquettes from local sellers in Cebu, Davao City, Cagayan de Oro and Nueva Ecija.

In this guide you will find six FarmyHub sellers, what each one lists, their minimum order and listed price, and who each seller is best suited for. Compare them, then contact the seller directly through their FarmyHub page.

Prices, stock and minimum orders below come from each seller's FarmyHub listing and can change, so confirm the details with the seller before you order.

What Is Charcoal (Uling)?

In simple terms, charcoal means a black, lightweight fuel made by heating wood or other plant material, such as coconut shells, with very little oxygen. What is left is mostly carbon, which lights easily, burns steadily and gives off less smoke than burning fresh wood. That is why it is popular for grilling, ihaw-ihaw and everyday cooking.

In Tagalog, charcoal is called uling, so the two words mean the same thing. A kalan de uling is a charcoal stove. In English, you may also see charcoal called "carbon" in some product listings, but it is not the same as coal.

What Is Charcoal Used For?

In the Philippines, charcoal is mostly a cooking fuel. Common uses include:

• Grilling on a charcoal grill and ihaw-ihaw, such as inihaw na baboy, isda and manok

• BBQ stalls and lechon roasting

• Carinderias and other small food businesses

• Everyday home cooking on a kalan de uling

• Resale, since many FarmyHub sellers also serve resellers

Some charcoal is also processed into activated carbon for filtration, but the charcoal in this guide is cooking fuel.

Types of Charcoal

Charcoal is commonly grouped into four types: lump (loose) charcoal, briquettes, extruded charcoal, and activated charcoal. Most cooking charcoal in the Philippines is loose uling or briquettes, which is what you will find in this guide. You will come across these common types:

• Loose uling: charcoal sold as individual pieces, often by the sack.

• Coconut shell charcoal: uling made from coconut shells, sold by the kilo for wholesale buyers.

• Charcoal briquettes: charcoal pressed into a uniform shape, which some sellers say holds a steady heat for longer.

• Bamboo charcoal: made the same way from bamboo. None of the six sellers below list it at the moment.

How to Compare Charcoal Sellers

• Check the unit. Some sellers price per kilo, others per sack or per pack, so a low number does not always mean a lower price.

• Match the minimum order to your need. Minimums on FarmyHub range from 1 piece to 900 kilos, so small buyers and bulk buyers each have options.

• Think about location and delivery. Buying closer to home can save on freight, and some sellers only ship within their region.

• Ask about volume prices. Most listings do not state a discount for larger orders, so message the seller to ask.

You can also browse all charcoal briquettes and uling for sale on FarmyHub to see new listings as they are added.

The 6 Best Charcoal (Uling) Sellers on FarmyHub

1. Jackjun Pagobog  |  Coconut Charcoal Briquettes

Jackjun Pagobog sells coconut charcoal briquettes from The Mactan Newtown in Lapu-Lapu, Cebu. The listing shows 1,000 units in stock, which makes it a workable source for buyers who need more than a single bag. Payment by cash or GCash is accepted. The listing does not mention a volume discount, so ask directly if you plan to order a lot.

Key highlights

✔ Made from coconut charcoal

✔ 1,000 units listed

✔ Accepts cash and GCash

✔ Listing includes photos and a short video

Location: The Mactan Newtown, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu

Price: ₱40 per unit average (₱400 for the minimum order)

Minimum order: 10 units

Best for: Cebu-area home cooks, small food businesses and resellers who want coconut charcoal briquettes in a starter bulk quantity.

2. Randy Huelar  |  Quality Charcoal for Sale, Davao City

Randy Huelar lists charcoal briquettes in Davao City for home grilling and cooking, BBQ stalls, restaurants and other food businesses. The listing describes them as easy to use for everyday cooking, especially ihaw-ihaw and BBQ, and says orders can be small or bulk. With 8,000 units listed, this is the largest quantity among the six sellers. The seller asks buyers to message for the current price and available quantity.

Key highlights

✔ Lowest listed unit price among the briquette sellers

✔ 8,000 units listed

✔ Small and bulk orders accepted

✔ Accepts cash and GCash

Location: Davao City, Davao del Sur

Price: ₱15 per unit average (₱150 for the minimum order)

Minimum order: 10 units

Best for: Davao BBQ stalls, restaurants and other food businesses, as well as resellers who need a large volume.

3. Simplycreative Crafts  |  Quality Briquette Charcoal from Cebu

Simplycreative Crafts sells briquette charcoal in Cebu City. The listing says the briquettes burn steadily and last longer, and suggests them for home use, ihaw-ihaw and small food businesses. It has a minimum order of just one unit, and the listing says bulk orders are available too, so it suits buyers who want to start small. The listing shows 50 units in stock, and payment by cash or GCash is accepted.

Key highlights

✔ Minimum order of 1 unit

✔ Listed for cooking, grilling and small food businesses

✔ 50 units listed

✔ Five photos on the listing

Location: Cebu City, Cebu

Price: ₱75 per unit

Minimum order: 1 unit

Best for: Cebu City households and small food businesses that want to try briquettes in small quantities before ordering more.

4. Felipe Boston  |  Local Uling, Ready for Your Next Luto

Felipe Boston lists locally produced uling in Davao City for ihaw, barbecue and everyday cooking. The pieces are described as good-sized and solid with a rich black color, and easy to handle for home cooks and small food businesses. This is loose uling rather than pressed briquettes, and it is sold with a minimum order of 1. Payment by cash or GCash is accepted.

Key highlights

✔ Loose uling, not briquettes

✔ Minimum order of 1

✔Listed for ihaw, barbecue and everyday cooking

✔ Accepts cash and GCash

Location: Davao City, Davao del Sur

Price: ₱280 for the minimum order (sold by the sack, per the listing title)

Minimum order: 1 unit

Best for: Davao home cooks planning a weekend ihaw session, and small food businesses that prefer loose uling over briquettes.

5. Nina Salazar  |  Coconut Charcoal for Cooking & Grilling (Uling)

Nina Salazar sells coconut shell charcoal from Cagayan de Oro City and is the only seller of the six who prices per kilo. The listing describes it as long-burning with steady heat and less smoke, for BBQ, negosyo and home use. Orders are on a pre-order basis with 3 days' notice, and the seller ships within Mindanao. With a 900-kilo minimum, this is a wholesale option for businesses and resellers rather than households.

Key highlights

✔ Priced per kilo, which makes comparison simple

✔ Wholesale minimum of 900 kg

✔ Pre-order with 3 days' notice

✔ Ships within Mindanao

✔ Accepts cash and Visa

Location: Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental

Price: ₱41 per kilo (₱36,900 for the 900 kg minimum)

Minimum order: 900 kg

Best for: Food businesses, resellers and bulk buyers in Mindanao who need coconut shell charcoal by the kilo.

6. John Joward Paragas  |  Charcoal Briquettes, Long-Burning Uling

John Joward Paragas sells compressed charcoal briquettes from San Jose City, Nueva Ecija. Each briquette has a center hole so air moves through and the burn stays even, and the listing says briquettes hold a steady heat longer than loose uling. They are made from recycled mushroom-growing substrate: spent fruiting bags that would otherwise be thrown away, carbonized and pressed into fuel. The listing suggests them for BBQ stalls, carinderias, lechon and inihaw operators, households cooking on a kalan, and resellers. Payment by cash, GCash or Maya is accepted.

Key highlights

✔ Made from recycled mushroom-growing substrate

✔ Center-hole design for even airflow

✔ 1,000 units listed

✔ Accepts cash, GCash and Maya

Location: San Jose City, Nueva Ecija

Price: ₱50 per unit

Minimum order: 1 unit

Best for: Luzon BBQ stalls, carinderias and inihaw or lechon operators who want a long, steady fire, plus households and resellers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Charcoal (Uling)

What is uling in English?

Uling is the Filipino word for charcoal. A kalan de uling is a charcoal stove.

What is charcoal in Tagalog?

Charcoal in Tagalog is uling - the two words mean the same thing.

Coal vs charcoal: what's the difference?

The main difference between coal and charcoal is where they come from. Uling is charcoal, not coal. Charcoal is made by heating wood or plant material such as coconut shells with little oxygen. Coal is a fossil fuel dug from the ground. Charcoal is the one commonly used for grilling and home cooking.

What is coconut charcoal?

Coconut charcoal, also called coconut shell charcoal, is charcoal made from coconut shells. One FarmyHub seller lists it as long-burning with less smoke.

What is the difference between charcoal briquettes and regular uling?

Briquettes are charcoal pressed into a uniform shape, while regular uling comes as loose pieces. One FarmyHub seller says briquettes hold a steady heat longer than loose uling.

How much does charcoal cost in the Philippines?

It depends on the type and the unit. On FarmyHub, listed briquette prices range from ₱15 to ₱75 per unit, coconut charcoal is listed at ₱41 per kilo, and loose uling is listed at ₱280 for the minimum order. Check each listing for the pack size. For current prices, see the FarmyHub charcoal category.

Where can I buy charcoal in bulk in the Philippines?

You can browse the charcoal category on FarmyHub and contact sellers directly. Sellers in this guide are in Cebu, Davao City, Cagayan de Oro and Nueva Ecija, with minimum orders from 1 piece up to 900 kilos.

Where can I buy uling in Davao City?

Randy Huelar and Felipe Boston both list charcoal in Davao City on FarmyHub, with minimum orders starting from 1 to 10 units.

Is charcoal making legal in the Philippines?

Yes, but wood charcoal is regulated. DENR Administrative Order 2022-05 requires a Wood Charcoal Production Permit and a Wood Charcoal Transport Permit, and production or transport without a valid permit or supply contract is prohibited. The rules also limit where the raw wood can come from, such as permitted forest lands, registered plantations and private yard waste. Some local governments have their own rules too. Quezon province, for

example, banned wood charcoal making and allowed only coconut shell. If you are buying to resell or transport charcoal, ask the seller about the source of their material. This is general information, not legal advice.

Is charcoal just burnt wood?

Not quite. Wood burned in open air turns to ash. Charcoal is made by heating wood or plant material with very little oxygen, so it does not burn completely. The result is a lighter, carbon-rich fuel that lights easily, burns steadily and produces less smoke than fresh wood.

Is charcoal good for your stomach?

Cooking charcoal, such as uling and briquettes, is fuel and is not meant to be eaten. Activated charcoal is a different, specially processed product that is sold as a supplement and used in some medical settings. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking it, and never use barbecue charcoal or briquettes for this.

What is bamboo charcoal?

Bamboo charcoal is charcoal made from bamboo instead of wood or coconut shell. None of the six sellers in this guide list it right now, but you can check the FarmyHub charcoal category for new listings.

Ready to Buy Charcoal (Uling)?

Whether you need loose uling for weekend ihaw, coconut charcoal by the kilo, or briquettes for a food business, these six FarmyHub sellers give you real options across Cebu, Davao, Cagayan de Oro and Nueva Ecija. Compare the minimum orders and prices, then contact the seller directly to confirm the unit, stock and delivery. You can also see every listing in the FarmyHub charcoal category.