Charcoal professionals since 2008
We produce and pack hardwood lump charcoal and briquettes in Northeast Mexico, and we've been exporting to the USA since 2008.
From our plant to your facilities
Charcoal Source is a hardwood charcoal producer and packager. We give companies in the US a reliable supply of hardwood charcoal products and manage it all the way, from where the charcoal is made to their facilities in the USA.
We've been exporting charcoal to the USA since 2008. More than half of our charcoal production goes to the United States.
We also have our own brand, Old West Charcoal, and unbranded bags for distributors, retailers and restaurants who don't need a private label.
Why work with us
Quality at a low cost
We know the pitfalls of charcoal production and trading, and we know low price is key to success. That's why our production and packaging are focused on delivering high quality at a low cost.
We speak English
Many charcoal producers in Mexico can't export to the US because they can't communicate well with their US customers. We speak your language, from the first call to every shipment.
We know the business
From production and double screening to packaging and shipping — we've been doing this for US brands since 2008, and we can handle large volumes.
How to have your own charcoal brand
Seven steps from choosing your products to receiving full truckloads with your brand.
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Select your products
Lump charcoal, briquettes, or both.
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Choose bag sizes
Decide what package size or sizes you want to offer.
5 lb – 20 lb -
Design your bag
We help you design your bag: we provide the layouts and the information every bag needs, like warnings and other regulations, and we guide you until the artwork is approved.
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Initial bag order
Once the artwork is approved, your company orders the first batch of bags. We help you get them made by a bag manufacturer in Mexico and stay with you through the whole process. Minimum quantities depend on bag size.
10,000 – 20,000 bags · approx. $8,000 – $10,000 USD -
Bag manufacturing
Your bags are made and sent to our packaging facility. They belong to you, and we store them at no cost as long as you keep ordering charcoal.
10 – 12 weeks -
Order product
Issue purchase orders for any amount — you can mix products in one shipment. The most cost-efficient option is a full truckload, which ships in about one week on average once your bags are ready.
38,000 – 40,000 lbs · 26 – 28 pallets per truckload -
Shipping your way
We quote ex works (at our plant in Mexico), FOB Laredo, Texas, or delivered anywhere in the USA. Pick up with your own carrier at our plant in Mexico or at our warehouse in Laredo, TX, use consolidated freight when you order less than a full truckload, or let us deliver to your door.
Let's talk about your charcoal supply
Tell us what products, bag sizes and volumes you have in mind. We'll get back to you with next steps.
Same number for calls and WhatsApp · Located in Mexico · We speak English