There are different types of Wood Pellets. These types are categorized based on their quality. The higher the ash content, the lower the quality. In the context of this article, there are three main types of pellets.
Standard wood pellets
These wood pellets are the basic type of pellets. They contain a relatively high proportion of ash. In most cases, they are made from the by-product of the forestry industry. Not all these pellets are suitable for cooking or smoking food because they often have additives or artificial binders in them.
Food-grade wood pellets
These pellets can be used to smoke or cook food. They do not contain chemicals, additives or artificial binders.
Premium wood pellets
These are wood pellets of the highest quality. Not only do they lack additives, chemicals, or synthetic binders, but they also do not contain bark. Hence, they have a low ash content of less than 0.5%. As a result of their quality, they are more expensive than lower-grade or food-grade wood. Furthermore, these wood pellets are usually flavored to give off a distinctive smell and taste.