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Gobarbatti is incense made from cow dung (gobar) blended with natural herbs and Bhimseni Kapoor. It is a traditional, eco-friendly alternative to ordinary agarbatti — completely charcoal-free, light in smoke, and rooted in India’s reverence for the cow. Here is everything you need to know.
What does gobarbatti mean?
The word combines gobar (cow dung) and batti (stick). So gobarbatti literally means a cow-dung incense stick. Surbhika makes it from desi Gir cow dung combined with herbs and pure Bhimseni Kapoor, shaped into affordable zipper pouches of 101 sticks.
How is gobarbatti made?
Dried cow dung is cleaned and powdered, then mixed with natural herbs, resins and camphor to form a paste. The paste is rolled into sticks and dried naturally — no charcoal, no bamboo core, and no synthetic chemicals. The result burns with a calming, light smoke.
Why do people use gobarbatti?
- Eco-friendly: it uses cow dung, a renewable natural material
- Charcoal-free & light smoke: gentler than ordinary charcoal agarbatti
- Tradition: cow-based products hold a sacred place in Indian rituals
- Supports goshalas: buying gobarbatti helps sustain cow shelters and rural livelihoods — read about our women-led making initiative
How to use gobarbatti
Light the tip, let the flame settle into a glow, and place the stick in a holder. Gobarbatti is ideal for daily pooja, havan and clearing the air in your home, office or shop. For larger rituals, pair it with havan samagri.
Surbhika’s gobarbatti range
Shop the full Gobarbatti collection, available in pouches of 101 sticks:
- Panchgavya Gobarbatti — the classic cow-dung incense
- Kashi Gobarbatti — one of our most-loved fragrances
- Kapur Gobarbatti — with extra Bhimseni Kapoor
- Dashang Gobarbatti — with a dashang-herb base
Frequently asked questions
What is gobarbatti made of?
Gobarbatti is made of cow dung (gobar) mixed with natural herbs, resins and Bhimseni Kapoor. Surbhika uses desi Gir cow dung and no charcoal or synthetic chemicals.
Is gobarbatti good for health?
Gobarbatti is charcoal-free and burns with lighter smoke than ordinary agarbatti, which many families prefer. It is not a medical treatment; always burn incense in a ventilated space.
Does gobarbatti smell like cow dung?
No. Once blended with herbs and Bhimseni Kapoor and lit, gobarbatti releases a calming, pleasant aroma — not a dung smell.
How many sticks are in a Surbhika gobarbatti pouch?
Surbhika gobarbatti comes in an affordable zipper pouch of around 101 sticks, available in Kashi, Kapur and Dashang varieties.
Is gobarbatti eco-friendly?
Yes. It is made from cow dung, a renewable natural material, is bamboo-less and charcoal-free, and supports goshalas (cow shelters) and rural livelihoods.
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