| Product Code: ETC4686291 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2023, Gabon continued to rely on charcoal imports, with key exporters including Ivory Coast, Lebanon, UAE, USA, and South Africa. The market remained highly concentrated, with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 31.78% indicates sustained expansion, while the growth rate of 45.53% signals rapid acceleration in the charcoal import market. Gabon`s charcoal import sector is dynamic and shows potential for further development in the coming years.

In the Africa region, the Charcoal market in Gabon is projected to expand at a stable growth rate of 4.97% by 2027. The largest economy is Egypt, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

The charcoal market in Gabon is influenced by both domestic and international demand. Charcoal is a primary source of fuel for cooking in many households and businesses in Gabon, particularly in rural areas. Additionally, there is growing demand for charcoal as a raw material for the production of activated carbon used in water purification and industrial applications. The market is supported by the country`s rich natural resources and the widespread use of charcoal in traditional cooking.
The Gabon Charcoal market is driven by the growing demand for alternative fuel sources in both urban and rural areas. Charcoal is widely used for cooking and heating, particularly in areas with limited access to electricity or gas. The increasing population and the growing demand for sustainable and affordable energy solutions are boosting the market for charcoal. Additionally, the rise in commercial and industrial applications of charcoal, such as in the production of activated carbon, is contributing to market growth.
The charcoal market in Gabon is challenged by environmental concerns related to deforestation and the unsustainable production of charcoal. There is also a lack of efficient and modern production techniques, which leads to low-quality charcoal. Additionally, the market is affected by regulatory restrictions, limited local production capacity, and competition from other energy sources such as LPG and electricity.
Gabon regulates charcoal production to prevent deforestation, supporting sustainable practices and providing alternatives like eco-friendly briquettes to meet energy demands.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Gabon Charcoal Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Charcoal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Charcoal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Charcoal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Gabon Charcoal Market Trends |
6 Gabon Charcoal Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Charcoal Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Lump Charcoal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Charcoal Briquettes, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Japanese Charcoal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Sugar Charcoal, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Charcoal Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgical Fuel, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Barbecue, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Filtration, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Charcoal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Charcoal Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Charcoal Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Gabon Charcoal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Charcoal Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Charcoal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Charcoal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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