Cocopeat

Coco Marine provides high-quality cocopeat derived from selected coconut husks processed through a controlled cleaning, sieving, and drying system. Our cocopeat is known for its excellent water retention, aeration, and natural antifungal properties, making it ideal for horticulture, greenhouse cultivation, hydroponic systems, and soil improvement.

Coco Marine offers various cocopeat formats to meet both retail and commercial agricultural demands.

Product Applications

Cocopeat is widely used for:

  • Hydroponic growing media
  • Greenhouse and nursery seedling trays
  • Horticultural soil amendment
  • Urban Farming
  • Turf and golf course maintenance

Its natural pH balance and high porosity make cocopeat a preferred sustainable alternative to peat moss.

Product Variants

1. Non-Pressed Cocopeat (Loose Cocopeat)

This is dry, sieved cocopeat in loose form for easy mixing and direct application by farmers or potting mix manufacturers.

Technical Specifications:

  • Moisture: 12–20%
  • EC (Electrical Conductivity): < 0.5 mS/cm (washed) / < 1.0 mS/cm (unwashed)
  • Expansion ratio: 12–15 liters per kg
  • Particle size: 1–6 mm
  • Impurities: < 3% fiber and dust
  • Packaging:
    • 25 kg loose bags
    • 50 kg bags (optional)

2. Pressed Cocopeat Blocks

Compressed blocks reduce volume for easier handling and lower shipping costs. Coco Marine offers two main sizes:

A. 1 kg Cocopeat Block

A compact block commonly used for retail markets, nurseries, and small gardens.

Typical Dimensions (varies by buyer spec):

  • 20 × 10 × 5 cm
  • 22 × 12 × 5 cm

Technical Specifications:

  • Moisture: < 15%
  • EC: Washed (< 0.5 mS/cm) or unwashed (< 1.0 mS/cm)
  • Compression ratio: 4:1 to 5:1

B. 5 kg Cocopeat Block

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Typical Dimensions (varies):

  • 32 × 32 × 12 cm
  • 35 × 35 × 13 cm
  • 30 × 30 × 12 cm

Technical Specifications:

  • Moisture: < 15%
  • EC: Washed & buffered (< 0.5 mS/cm) or unwashed (< 1.0 mS/cm)
  • Compression ratio: 5:1 to 6:1
  • Packing: 5 kg per block

Packaging & Container Loading

A. Packaging Options

Cocopeat blocks are packed according to buyer requirements:

Pressed Blocks:

  • Stretch-wrapped single blocks
  • Bundles wrapped with PP straps
  • Palletized (optional)

Loose Cocopeat:

  • 25 kg PP woven bags
  • 50 kg PP woven bags
  • Jumbo bags (500–1,000 kg) for industrial buyers

40-Foot Container Capacity (Approximate)

Below are typical loading capacities based on global standards:

1. Loose Cocopeat

  • 25 kg bags: 600–650 bags
    • Total weight: 15–16 tons
  • 50 kg bags: 300–320 bags
    • Total weight: 15–16 tons

2. 1 kg Cocopeat Blocks

  • Per 40′ container: 18,000 – 22,000 blocks
    (Depending on block dimensions and packaging style)

3. 5 kg Cocopeat Blocks

  • Standard loading (most common):
    4,500 – 5,000 blocks per 40’ container
  • Weight: 22,000 – 25,000 kg
  • With pallets: 3,600 – 4,000 blocks
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