An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Kingsford® Preserve the Pit

Kingsford remains committed to celebrating Black barbecue culture by launching the second year of Preserve the Pit and doubling the investment in aspiring barbecue professionals.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

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Kingsford®

Charcoal Lighter Fluid

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  • Makes lighting charcoal easier

One of the best ways to light Kingsford® Original Charcoal briquets is to start with high-quality Kingsford® Charcoal Lighter Fluid. Available in 32- and 64-ounce bottle.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good brand Can’t go wrong with this stuff. It lights up our grill quick and even works well in a fire pit. The odor is like any other lighter fluid I would say. Good brand and works every time for our needs.
Date published: 2025-04-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great lighter fluid Kingsford Charcoal Lighter Fluid is one of the best fluids to start a fire and grill food. It’s also helps start a bonfire. The size of the bottle is a good value.
Date published: 2025-04-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great product This works great! Packaging was good and easy to open and use. Be careful when you use this and be ready for your flames to blaze. This is a great product to have on hand because it gets the job done.
Date published: 2025-04-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lighter fluid The odour of this charcoal lighter fluid was not overpowering like others on the market. It’s really effective to use as it allows a barbecue or an outdoor bonfire to be lit with ease and with prompt time. The packaging is on brand and appeals to many customers.
Date published: 2025-04-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lighter fluid The beat lightwe fluid ther is. I have ised this for years and it reall gets the fire going. With this stuff you will be grilling in no time at all with no harsh fumes
Date published: 2025-04-10
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Best Kingsford products are the best of the best for charcoal lighters. This one doesn’t take much to ignite. Works every time and has minimal to none lighter fluid taste behind.
Date published: 2025-04-09
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Highly recommend Good work. Great packaging. I use this all time! It gets the fire started really quickly! I highly recommended this for everyone who needs a safe and fast way to start a bonfire, ect.
Date published: 2025-04-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best fluid I’ve found This fluid is the Best. It burns the longest and It doesn’t leave lighter fluid taste on your food because you put too much on to start. I know it’s not cheapest but it is worth the $1 more I promise
Date published: 2025-04-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Kingsford lighter fuel This is a really great lighter fluid the kings rd charcoal lighter fluid the environmental unpick is really good the oacking is really good too the effectiveness is good and the odor is a bit smelly other than that it’s good and safe to use if your old enough
Date published: 2025-03-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this product! This product is so good, it has no older and easy to use. It provides great instructions for safe use, and is very effective with my grill. It’s also a nice touch that the packaging is environmental friendly.
Date published: 2025-03-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best lighter fluid! Kingsford Lighter Fluid is the only brand we buy. This lighter fluid burns clean. It doesn’t leave a strong taste on the meat. Works better than its competitors. I highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-03-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Useful Kingsford Charcoal Lighter Fluid makes starting a fire quick and easy. Lighting speed is almost instant, getting briquettes burning fast. Flame intensity is strong at first but stabilizes as the fluid burns off. Heat output depends on the charcoal used, but it helps coals reach cooking temperature quickly. Smoke production can be a bit heavy at the start, and there’s a slight chemical smell if not fully burned off. Ash residue remains the same as regular charcoal use. It’s convenient but requires proper use to avoid any lingering taste on food.
Date published: 2025-03-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good product Safety is high you always have to take caution when you a product like this that helps to ignite the fire of charcoal o er all this is a great product not high for very effective when using the packing is great and is to understand the environment impact I have no clue about How it effects the environment guess that’s something to search up
Date published: 2025-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works Quick This stuff works great! It’s very effective and easy to use. It works quick and all you have to do is squirt a little from afar on the grill/ fire. I feel that because it goes farther, it is safer to use!! It smells like lighter fluid but it’s not too awful, it doesn’t make your food taste any different as well!
Date published: 2025-03-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Quick To Light! I always opt for this lighter fluid. It readily absorbs into whatever charcoal I am using and is quick to light. You should wait until the charcoal has fully absorbed the fluid so you don’t get any major flare ups. There is no discernible taste difference with the food. I like to let it burn a few minutes before adding any food to the smoker/grill. The child safety cap is also a huge bonus. It is definitely too hard for little hands to open but also easy enough for adult hands. Highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-03-04
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