Hookah charcoal is a type of charcoal that is used to heat up shisha tobacco in a hookah. It is typically made from compressed coconut shells, bamboo, or hardwood, and comes in small cubes or discs.

To use hookah charcoal, you place the charcoal on top of the foil or screen that covers the bowl of the hookah. Then, you light the charcoal using a lighter or torch until it begins to glow red. Once the charcoal is fully lit, you place the bowl with the shisha tobacco on top of it, allowing the heat from the charcoal to slowly heat up the tobacco and produce smoke.

One of the benefits of using hookah charcoal is that it burns at a lower temperature than regular charcoal, which produces less ash and smoke. Additionally, hookah charcoal is designed to burn for a longer period of time, allowing you to enjoy a longer smoking session without needing to replace the charcoal.

However, it's important to use hookah charcoal safely, as it can produce carbon monoxide gas when it's lit. To minimize this risk, it's important to use hookah charcoal in a well-ventilated area, and never leave the charcoal burning unattended. Additionally, it's important to store hookah charcoal in a cool, dry place away from heat or flames, as it can be highly flammable.