Zodiac Gel Fuel for Chafing Dish 3.5 Hour (12 Pack)

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Keep your food perfectly warm and your buffet running smoothly with the Zodiac BCGE4 Gel Fuel for Chafing Dishes. Each 200g can provides up to 3.5 hours of consistent, clean-burning heat, ideal for professional catering, banquets, and home events. Designed for safety, reliability, and performance, Zodiac gel fuel delivers steady heat without smoke, soot, or unpleasant odour.

Perfect for buffets, hotels, and event caterers, this 12-pack ensures you always have enough fuel to maintain multiple dishes at optimal serving temperatures. Simply place the can beneath your chafing dish, light it, and enjoy effortless heat for hours.

Key Features:

  • Long-lasting 3.5-hour burn time – dependable heat for any event.
  • Clean & odorless flame – keeps food areas fresh and pleasant.
  • Safe & easy to use – non-spill gel formula with resealable lid.
  • Ideal for catering & buffets – maintain perfect serving temperature.
  • Pack of 12 cans – cost-effective and convenient bulk option.
  • Eco-friendly composition – burns cleanly with minimal residue.

Usage: Suitable for all standard chafing dishes, food warmers, and buffet trays. Simply open, ignite, and position securely under the water pan for even, efficient heating.

Specifications

  • Pack of 12 Non-toxic Ethanol Chafer Fuel
  • Weight: 200g per tin
  • Estimated burn time: 3½ hours
  • Suitable for indoor use (smoke and odour free)
  • Ethanol fuel is a renewable and environmentally friendly option for chafing dishes. It is derived from plant-based sources and is 100% recyclable. Ethanol fuel burns cleanly, producing minimal smoke and odor.
  • It is a safe and non-toxic choice for foodservice establishments. Highly flammable (R11)
  • Sold in packs of 12
  • To dispose of unwanted and unused fuel please contact your local waste authority

Delivery

Royal Mail’s Tracked 24® Cut of time 3 PM

📦 Delivery Aim

Royal Mail’s Tracked 24® is their premium next-day tracked parcel delivery service within the UK. Next working day delivery after posting (including Saturdays). It’s an aim, not a guarantee — most parcels arrive next day, but not 100%.

⏰ Delivery Times

Monday to Saturday, usually by 4:30 pm for most addresses.
Rural / remote areas may receive deliveries later in the day.

📍 Postcode Coverage

Tracked 24 is available for almost all UK postcodes.

Some remote locations (e.g. Scottish Highlands, islands, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, BFPOs) may take longer than next-day.

Returns

Cateringbase Ltd – 30-Day Returns Policy

At Cateringbase Ltd, we want you to be happy with your purchase. If you need to return an item, please review the policy below.

1) Returns Window

You may return most items within 30 days of the delivery date.

2) Return Eligibility

To qualify for a return, the item must be:

  • Unused and in resaleable condition
  • In the original packaging, including all protective inserts, labels, manuals, and accessories
  • Free from damage, markings, scratches, stains, or signs of use

We may refuse returns that do not meet these requirements.

3) Non-Returnable Items

For hygiene and safety reasons, the following items may not be returned unless faulty:

  • Items that have been installed, used, or modified
  • Customised or made-to-order products
  • Clearance or final-sale items (where clearly marked)
  • Items that cannot be resold due to hygiene or food-contact handling once opened (where applicable)
4) How to Request a Return

To start a return, please contact us within 30 days and provide:

  • Your order number
  • The item(s) you want to return
  • The reason for return (optional but helpful)
  • Photos (required if the item is faulty or damaged)

We will confirm your return approval and provide instructions for returning the item.

5) Return Shipping Costs
  • If you are returning an item because you changed your mind, you are responsible for the return shipping cost.
  • If the item is faulty, damaged in transit, or incorrect, Cateringbase Ltd will cover return shipping (or offer a suitable alternative solution).

We recommend using a tracked delivery service, as we cannot be responsible for returns lost in transit.

6) Refunds

Once the returned item is received and inspected, we will process your refund to the original payment method.

Refunds are typically issued within 5–10 business days after inspection, depending on your bank or payment provider.

Please note:
Original delivery charges are non-refundable unless the item is faulty or incorrect.

7) Exchanges

If you would like an exchange, we can arrange this subject to stock availability. If the replacement item has a different price, we will confirm any balance due or refund owed.

8) Damaged or Incorrect Items

If your item arrives damaged or you receive the wrong item, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and include clear photos of:

  • The item
  • The packaging
  • Any visible damage

We will resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

9) Return Address

Return details will be provided once your return is approved.
Please do not send items back without contacting us first.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is gel chafing fuel made of?

Gel chafing fuel is usually made from ethanol or methanol, thickened into a semi-solid gel form. This allows it to burn steadily and reduce spill risk.

How long does gel chafing fuel burn?


Most cans burn for 2 to 6 hours, depending on
the size of the can (typically 2, 4, or 6-hour versions)



Is gel chafing fuel safe to use indoors?


Yes, gel chafing fuel is generally safe for indoor use, as it burns cleanly. Please follow user manual for safety tips

How do I light gel chafing fuel?

Remove the lid or peel back the foil seal,
Use a long lighter or match to ignite the gel surface,
To extinguish, use the snuffer cap or lid to deprive the flame of oxygen





Can gel fuel be reused?


Yes. If there's fuel left after use:
Let the can cool completely,
Reseal it tightly to prevent evaporation,
Store in a cool, dry place