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Customer reviews for Kingsford Match Light Instant Charcoal Briquettes 2 Pack, 16 Lbs. Each for
Kingsford Match Light Instant Charcoal Briquettes 2 Pack, 16 Lbs. Each
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Mar 6, 2015
DeeEve
4 out of 5 stars review

Kingsford match light review

Me and my family always use match light charcoal. We have used cheaper brands but they didn't compare to Kingsford Matchlight. This charcoal always lights. Don't leave no after taste on food and burns a long time.

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May 19, 2015
belk01
5 out of 5 stars review

Wouldn't use anything else

I have used Kingsford Match light most of my charcoal cooking life. I have tried other brands (usually because of a sale) and always come back to my favorite.

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Mar 6, 2015
Tressa
5 out of 5 stars review

Hassle Free!

Our family always uses Match Light - it is our first choice for charcoal - we can be guaranteed that the bbq will go smoothly and there will be no hassling with getting the coals lit!

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May 11, 2020
Debr
1 out of 5 stars review

Lighter fluid taste

I bought this to use for Mother’s Day and our burgers not only tasted like lighter fluid you could smell it. It was so bad it ruined the taste of the food. All you tasted was the lighter fluid.

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reply from Kingsford Team

Hello there. Thank you for your important feedback on your experience with our Matchlight Charcoal leaving that taste in your food. We'd like to learn more about your experience, and kindly ask that you give us a call at 800-232-4745, with reference number 200723-001334. We hope to hear from you soon.

Aug 15, 2021
Tiki
1 out of 5 stars review

Caution

On the 4th of July we had a bag self ignite. It was not near a heat source, but was in the sun. It caught the house on fire. we put the fire out but had to replace garage door, the jam and electrical. I will never buy this charcoal again.

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reply from The Kingsford Team

Hello, and thanks for reaching out to us. We're sorry to hear this happened, and we'd like to speak with your further. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745 and provide reference number 210816-000777. We hope to hear from you soon.

May 22, 2020
kaye kaye
5 out of 5 stars review

THE WRIGHTS

We have always used match light and always will. The BEST charcoal on the market. We have been grilling for 40 yrs now and it has always been the one and only for the WRIGHT family.

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Oct 29, 2017
DaveN
1 out of 5 stars review

Won't Light

I bought a new bag of Matchlight, and it wouldn't light. I ran out and bought a second bag, and it wouldn't light. What happened? They were new bags without rips or tears.

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reply from The Kingsford Team

Hello, Dave. We’re very sorry to hear that you had difficulty getting your Kingsford Match Light Charcoal to light. The most common reasons for slow lighting, include lack of oxygen (make sure that you put the briquettes in a pyramid to assist with air circulation and make sure that all of the grill’s air vents are completely open during lighting). Also, windy or damp weather conditions can make it challenging for the charcoal to light, as well as the briquettes or the charcoal bag being damp. Lastly, waiting too long after placing the briquettes on the grill will cause the lighter fluid on the briquettes to evaporate. Please give us a call at 800-232-4745, so we can discuss your experience with the product. Be sure to use reference number: 171030-000362 for swift service. We look forward to your call.

Mar 14, 2017
SharPei68
1 out of 5 stars review

When bag is open Have to use all at once. Didn't L

When we opened the bag and used it the first time. Worked really well,Our Family Loved our Meal! But we tried to use the remaining of bag today (3/13/2017) Wouldn't light.

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reply from Kingsford Consumer Services

Hey there! We’re sorry to hear your charcoal didn't light properly. We wouldn’t expect that to happen. We suggest sealing the bag tightly and storing it in a cool, dry place if you intend to use the product more than once. So we can learn more about your experience, please call us at 1-800-232-4745 Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM EST. Provide the representative with this reference number: 170315-000184 for expedited service. We hope to hear from you!

Mar 6, 2015
mzhelaineous
5 out of 5 stars review

The Best For Grilling!!

Matchlight is by far the best charcoal for grilling. I've never had a hard time getting it to light even after a winter of sitting around in the shed. It lit right up in the spring no problem!!

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Jun 23, 2019
No flame
3 out of 5 stars review

Propane back up

Bought bag of match light got ready to fire up grill and for a half hour I fooled with it trying to light finally gave up and used my propane grill very dissatisfied

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