Pistachio Shell
An economical biomass fuel for industrial ovens and solid fuel boilers. Shipped wholesale and by the truckload in cracked shell form.
Prices depend on product specifications, quantity and delivery location — a firm market quote as soon as possible.
What Is Pistachio Shell? & The Supply Process
Pistachio Shell is a versatile biomass by-product obtained from the separation of the kernel in pistachio processing facilities; it is woody with a high cellulose and lignin content.
Thanks to its high thermal efficiency, it provides an extremely economical and sustainable heating solution in ovens, livestock farms and industrial boilers compared to electric or fossil-fuel systems. With its environmentally friendly structure and low emission rates, it is a sought-after alternative in the solid fuel market.
Key Technical & Commercial Advantages
- Economical thermal power for greenhouses, industrial ovens and solid-fuel boilers
- Sulphur-free, clean and low-ash combustion performance
- Woody, cellulose-rich shell also usable as a natural abrasive / blasting media
- Uninterrupted year-round supply in Big-Bag sacks or bulk truckload
Areas Of Use By Sector
Industrial Ovens & Livestock Facilities
Consumed as a high-efficiency, stable fuel in bread ovens, livestock farms and nut-roasting facilities.
Greenhouses & Solid-Fuel Boilers
Consumed as an economical fuel alternative in greenhouse heating and solid-fuel boilers.
Sector solutions in which this product is used:
Product Information & Reference Values
- Origin Region
- Southeastern Anatolia & Gaziantep Region Cracking Facilities
- Supply Period
- September – October (Year-Round Ex-Warehouse Supply)
- Form & Processing
- Natural Cracked Pistachio Shell
- Packaging Options
- Bulk Truckload / 1-Ton Big-Bag / Sack on Request — The packaging preference, palletization and international container shipping plan (typically on FOB or EXW terms) are settled in the quotation.
Pistachio Shell biomass and technical reference values:
| Upper Calorific Value (HHV) | Typical reference ~4,550–4,800 kcal/kg (biomass literature; varies by lot/source) |
|---|---|
| Ash Content | Low Ash Content |
| Lower Calorific Value (LHV) | Typical reference ~4,300–4,550 kcal/kg (biomass literature; varies by lot/source) |
| Origin & Supply | Gaziantep & Southeastern Anatolia Region |
The calorific value and ash references in the table are based on biomass literature and supply experience; exact values vary with the lot, moisture and source, and are not a commitment measured by our company.
Pistachio Shell — Fuel Information and Supply
Hard shell fuels are sourced from contracted cracking facilities in naturally broken form and shipped on a tonnage basis; sieving, sizing, or hand selection is not applied in this group. You can review the fuel value and supply information below:
In hard shell fuels, size/calibre is secondary; what matters is calorific value, low ash, and low moisture. The common typical reference range in biomass literature is approximately 4,550–4,800 kcal/kg; it varies by lot, moisture, and source, and is not a value measured or guaranteed by our company.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio Shell
How does pistachio shell compare to other shell fuels (almond, walnut, hazelnut)?
Pistachio shell is a more economically priced fuel option within the shell fuel group; although its calorific value is somewhat lower than the others, its price advantage makes it preferred for high-tonnage, cost-focused purchases.
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