Product Code: ETC084942 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
South Korea Charcoal market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 2554, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 2365 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The Charcoal market encompasses both BBQ and industrial charcoal, with steady demand driven by consumer preferences and industrial applications.
Growth in the South Korean charcoal market is driven by barbecue culture, cooking traditions, and sustainable fuel alternatives. Charcoal products include lump charcoal, briquettes, and activated carbon offering heat generation, cooking flavor, and environmental benefits in culinary arts, industrial processes, and environmental applications.
Balancing sustainable sourcing practices with increasing demand, addressing environmental concerns related to deforestation, and managing product quality consistency pose challenges for the charcoal market in South Korea.
Government policies in South Korea concerning the charcoal market focus on environmental sustainability, consumer safety, and industrial regulations. Regulations govern the production, distribution, and sale of charcoal products including barbecue briquettes, activated charcoal, and industrial carbon for residential, commercial, and manufacturing applications to ensure product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Government agencies oversee charcoal manufacturing standards, enforce emission controls, and promote sustainable forestry practices to reduce environmental impact and enhance market competitiveness. Policies also support clean energy initiatives, renewable charcoal production, and industry collaborations to develop eco-friendly charcoal solutions, improve production efficiency, and drive growth in the charcoal market in South Korea.
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 South Korea Charcoal Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, 2020 & 2027F |
3.3 South Korea Charcoal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Charcoal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2020 & 2027F |
3.6 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2020 & 2027F |
4 South Korea Charcoal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing popularity of outdoor cooking and barbecuing in South Korea |
4.2.2 Increasing awareness about environmental sustainability and preference for eco-friendly products |
4.2.3 Rising demand for natural and organic products in the market |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in charcoal production |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges related to environmental concerns and emissions |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative fuel sources such as gas and electric grills |
5 South Korea Charcoal Market Trends |
6 South Korea Charcoal Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Charcoal Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.3 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Lump Charcoal, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.4 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Charcoal Briquettes, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.5 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Japanese Charcoal, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.6 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Sugar Charcoal, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2 South Korea Charcoal Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgical Fuel, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.3 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Barbecue, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.4 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.5 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenues & Volume, By Filtration, 2018 - 2027F |
7 South Korea Charcoal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Charcoal Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Charcoal Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in the number of outdoor cooking events or festivals in South Korea |
8.2 Adoption rate of eco-friendly charcoal products in the market |
8.3 Growth in the number of charcoal product certifications for sustainability and quality assurance |
9 South Korea Charcoal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2020 & 2027F |
9.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2020 & 2027F |
10 South Korea Charcoal Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Charcoal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2020 |
10.2 South Korea Charcoal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |