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product_id: 1216560
title: "Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid 14g Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, and Emergency Prep"
brand: "esbit"
price: "¥4603"
currency: JPY
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reviews_count: 8
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# 12 min burn time per tablet Boils 500ml water in 8 min Burns up to 1300°F Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid 14g Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, and Emergency Prep

**Brand:** esbit
**Price:** ¥4603
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Ignite your adventure with the fuel that never quits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid 14g Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, and Emergency Prep by esbit
- **How much does it cost?** ¥4603 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1216560-esbit-1300-degree-smokeless-solid-14g-fuel-tablets-for-backpacking)

## Best For

- esbit enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted esbit brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy:** 84 years of proven reliability, originally designed for harsh military conditions—survival-grade fuel you can count on.
- • **Long-Lasting Burn:** Each 14g tablet delivers a reliable 12-minute burn—perfect for quick meals or emergency heat.
- • **Smokeless Powerhouse:** Virtually smokeless, residue-free fuel for clean, efficient cooking anywhere.
- • **Extreme Weather Ready:** Performs flawlessly at high altitudes and sub-zero temps, ensuring warmth when it matters most.
- • **Ultra-Durable Packaging:** Individually waterproof-wrapped tablets with a 10+ year shelf life—always ready for your next adventure.

## Overview

Esbit 14g solid fuel tablets burn up to 1300°F for 12 minutes each, boiling 500ml of water in 8 minutes. Virtually smokeless and residue-free, these waterproof-packaged tablets perform in extreme cold and high altitudes, boasting a 10+ year shelf life. Trusted since the 1930s, Esbit is the ultimate compact fuel solution for backpacking, camping, and emergency preparedness.

## Description

Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid 14g Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, and Emergency Prep, 12 Pieces,White

Review: Works Great! - Works as expected. Burns clean and smokeless, and on some occasions (depending on light) you can barely see the flame. It does a great job on bringing soup, water, coffee or even a can of beans to a boil. Lol I'll order more that's for sure!
Review: Consider - You know the old saying: “Opinions are like backsides – everybody has one”. I will therefore refrain from opinion and offer some facts, along with a few questions. Esbit was developed in Germany for the Wehrmacht (German Army) in the1930's. With this gear, German soldiers survived three winters in Russia during World War II, with temperatures routinely going down to minus forty degrees. Sizable numbers of German troops operated in Karelia as far north as Petsamo, which is north of the Arctic Circle. When was the last time you survived 3 years in a camp north of the Arctic Circle? Esbit has been around for 84 years. How many worthwhile things can you think of that have been around that long? Hot dogs and mustard? Baseball? Really, how many? How long have those fancy $150.00 mountain stoves been around? Are they as good as a hot dog? The characteristics of Esbit are disliked by some people. They say it gives off a chemical odor. I would point out that a wood fire also give off a chemical odor, as well as poisonous gases. So does every other kind of fire. This is the nature of fire. It consumes and decomposes matter. Esbit leaves a residue on the bottom of the cookware? Soldiers were expected to clean their mess kits after eating. How about you? I recommend using one of those “magic eraser” kitchen sponges. They weigh nothing and take up little space in a backpack. Esbit shelf life? 20+ years. This is from personal experience. Germany was rightly defeated in World War II but one of its legacies was this humble, individual field kitchen, Esbit. Eighty four years is an astonishing life span for a field cooker. The reason? It is the least expensive, most effective life insurance policy for survival situations that you can own. You know the old saying: “Opinions are like backsides – everybody has one”. I will therefore refrain from opinion and offer some facts, along with a few questions. Esbit was developed in Germany for the Wehrmacht (German Army) in the1930's. With this gear, German soldiers survived three winters in Russia during World War II, with temperatures routinely going down to minus forty degrees. Sizable numbers of German troops operated in Karelia as far north as Petsamo, which is north of the Arctic Circle. When was the last time you survived 3 years in a camp north of the Arctic Circle? Esbit has been around for 84 years. How many worthwhile things can you think of that have been around that long? Hot dogs and mustard? Baseball? Really, how many? How long have those fancy $150.00 mountain stoves been around? Are they as good as a hot dog? The characteristics of Esbit are disliked by some people. They say it gives off a chemical odor. I would point out that a wood fire also give off a chemical odor, as well as poisonous gases. So does every other kind of fire. This is the nature of fire. It consumes and decomposes matter. Esbit leaves a residue on the bottom of the cookware? Soldiers were expected to clean their mess kits after eating. How about you? I recommend using one of those “magic eraser” kitchen sponges. They weigh nothing and take up little space in a backpack. Esbit shelf life? 20+ years. This is from personal experience. Germany was rightly defeated in World War II but one of its legacies was this humble, individual field kitchen, Esbit. Eighty four years is an astonishing life span for a field cooker. The reason? It is the least expensive, most effective life insurance policy for survival situations that has ever been developed.

## Features

- Virtually smokeless and residue-free solid fuel tablets used to cook and heat food and beverages, boil water, or start campfires
- Contains 12 tablets; each 14-gram tablet burns approximately 12 minutes and up to 1300°F;
- Ideal for boiling water and cooking; one tablet boils 500 ml of water in about 8 minutes
- Works at high altitudes and sub-zero temperatures; ignites with match or lighter
- Tablets are individually packed in waterproof packaging; can be stored for 10+ years

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005NGMJLY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,048 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #19 in Camping Replacement Fuel #34 in Fire Starters |
| Brand | Esbit |
| Brand Name | Esbit |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,932 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 10 Years |
| Flavor | Flavorless |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04021684010129, 04260149870704 |
| Item Form | Tablet |
| Item Type Name | SOLID_FIRE_FUEL |
| Item Weight | 0.4 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Esbit |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty. |
| Material | Hexamine |
| Material Type | Hexamine |
| UPC | 884411604596 661799952330 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Esbit
- **Material:** Hexamine
- **Flavor:** Flavorless
- **Item Weight:** 0.4 Pounds
- **Item Form:** Tablet

## Images

![Esbit 1300-Degree Smokeless Solid 14g Fuel Tablets for Backpacking, Camping, and Emergency Prep - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81kfVbL68ML.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can these be used to cook indoors on camp stove during power outages?**
A: Technically, sure.  However, Esbit fuel is amazing because it provides a lot of heat for not very much weight-- it's ideal for backpacking and the like, where weight as a premium.  Additionally, esbit smells pretty bad, so I'd not advise it indoors unless you have to.  Plus, to make a big meal for a family would take many tablets.  For emergency camp stove cooking, I'd suggest a 2 burner Primus stove that uses small cylinders of propane.  If you don't need to carry the fuel, just store it in the basement?  Go with propane.  No unpleasant smell, and much greater heat output allowing for a much easier large meal.

**Q: how long do they burn**
A: At 4800 feet altitude in still air, my 4 gram cubes burned about 4 minutes each.  I timed one at 4 minutes, 6 seconds.

**Q: Would it be possible to ignite one of these with a fire steel/fire starter?**
A: Yes it is possible, I have done it. What you need to do is break off a piece of a corner, smoosh it into a powder (which takes very little effort) than train your sparks onto the powder. After the powder ignites, hold the cube over the flame. The powder led substance only burns for a few seconds so you have to be quick.

**Q: Better than trioxane?**
A: Haven't used trioxane, but I was able to start a campfire with it no issues at all, burns hot and long enough for it.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great!
*by B***Y on February 12, 2026*

Works as expected. Burns clean and smokeless, and on some occasions (depending on light) you can barely see the flame. It does a great job on bringing soup, water, coffee or even a can of beans to a boil. Lol I'll order more that's for sure!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Consider
*by M***L on August 7, 2014*

You know the old saying: “Opinions are like backsides – everybody has one”. I will therefore refrain from opinion and offer some facts, along with a few questions. Esbit was developed in Germany for the Wehrmacht (German Army) in the1930's. With this gear, German soldiers survived three winters in Russia during World War II, with temperatures routinely going down to minus forty degrees. Sizable numbers of German troops operated in Karelia as far north as Petsamo, which is north of the Arctic Circle. When was the last time you survived 3 years in a camp north of the Arctic Circle? Esbit has been around for 84 years. How many worthwhile things can you think of that have been around that long? Hot dogs and mustard? Baseball? Really, how many? How long have those fancy $150.00 mountain stoves been around? Are they as good as a hot dog? The characteristics of Esbit are disliked by some people. They say it gives off a chemical odor. I would point out that a wood fire also give off a chemical odor, as well as poisonous gases. So does every other kind of fire. This is the nature of fire. It consumes and decomposes matter. Esbit leaves a residue on the bottom of the cookware? Soldiers were expected to clean their mess kits after eating. How about you? I recommend using one of those “magic eraser” kitchen sponges. They weigh nothing and take up little space in a backpack. Esbit shelf life? 20+ years. This is from personal experience. Germany was rightly defeated in World War II but one of its legacies was this humble, individual field kitchen, Esbit. Eighty four years is an astonishing life span for a field cooker. The reason? It is the least expensive, most effective life insurance policy for survival situations that you can own. You know the old saying: “Opinions are like backsides – everybody has one”. I will therefore refrain from opinion and offer some facts, along with a few questions. Esbit was developed in Germany for the Wehrmacht (German Army) in the1930's. With this gear, German soldiers survived three winters in Russia during World War II, with temperatures routinely going down to minus forty degrees. Sizable numbers of German troops operated in Karelia as far north as Petsamo, which is north of the Arctic Circle. When was the last time you survived 3 years in a camp north of the Arctic Circle? Esbit has been around for 84 years. How many worthwhile things can you think of that have been around that long? Hot dogs and mustard? Baseball? Really, how many? How long have those fancy $150.00 mountain stoves been around? Are they as good as a hot dog? The characteristics of Esbit are disliked by some people. They say it gives off a chemical odor. I would point out that a wood fire also give off a chemical odor, as well as poisonous gases. So does every other kind of fire. This is the nature of fire. It consumes and decomposes matter. Esbit leaves a residue on the bottom of the cookware? Soldiers were expected to clean their mess kits after eating. How about you? I recommend using one of those “magic eraser” kitchen sponges. They weigh nothing and take up little space in a backpack. Esbit shelf life? 20+ years. This is from personal experience. Germany was rightly defeated in World War II but one of its legacies was this humble, individual field kitchen, Esbit. Eighty four years is an astonishing life span for a field cooker. The reason? It is the least expensive, most effective life insurance policy for survival situations that has ever been developed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ OK product, with some flaws.
*by T***Z on September 2, 2016*

I am an avid backpacker and primitive wilderness camper and explorer. The Esbit tabs are OK, especially for a $7 fuel source. They don't smell as "fishy" as everyone claims. Don't buy into the "overly fish smell" hype. They do smell faintly fishy but nowhere near an amount that requires the level of whining you'll see from others. Let me put it this way: the worry that they might smell should not deter you from buying. That said, there are some drawbacks: 1) They claim 1 tablet will burn for 12 minutes. I got 8 minutes max out of each tablet. This was with zero wind, a 65° temp, and 80% humidity. 2) It took a tablet and a half, 15 minutes or so, to boil 500ml of water in a closed lid titanium pot, with zero wind, a 65° temp, and 80% humidity. That's somewhat poor performance in my opinion, especially given my MSR Pocket Rocket and my MSR Dragonfly white gas stove would boil 500ml in 3-4 minutes in the same conditions. 3) The foil backing in the tabs punctures easily, exposing the tab to oxygen and potentially reducing its storage life. 4) The corners of the containers for each tablet are extremely pointy and sharp. The corners will puncture fabrics easily. Pack them carefully. 5) They leave a lot of soot on the bottom of the cooking pot, which runs off on other items in the backpack. On the positive side they pack small and are very light. They light easily.

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