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Appalachian Pellets

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Reviewed by the editors Updated August 27, 2026

Our score 4.2 Editors · out of 5
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Appalachian Wood Pellets

Appalachian Wood Pellets are premium-grade hardwood heating pellets produced in Kingwood, West Virginia. Made for residential pellet stoves and other approved pellet-burning appliances, these dense, durable pellets are designed to provide dependable heat with controlled moisture, ash and fines.

A third-party audit sample tested in June 2026 carried the PFI Quality Mark and passed the reported Premium-grade requirements. The sample produced 7,941 BTUs per pound as received, with a dry-basis heating value of 8,412 BTUs per pound. Moisture measured 5.61%, while ash content measured 0.52% as received.

  • Material: Hardwood
  • Grade: Premium
  • Bag weight: 40 pounds
  • Heating value: 7,941 BTU/lb as received
  • Dry-basis heating value: 8,412 BTU/lb
  • Moisture: 5.61%
  • Ash: 0.52% as received
  • Fines: 0.89%
  • Durability index: 97.4
  • Bulk density: 42.5 lb/ft³
  • Chlorine: Less than 50 ppm
  • PFI Quality Mark: Yes

The combination of relatively low moisture, controlled ash and strong pellet durability should help support consistent feeding and reliable everyday heat. As with every pellet brand, actual heat output and ash accumulation can vary by production batch, storage conditions, stove model and stove settings. Try several bags in your stove before purchasing a full ton.

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