Anthracite coal imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported anthracite coal worth $24.6 million (66.8 thousand tonnes). That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $74.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24.6M | 66.8K t |
| 2023 | $40.9M | 102.0K t |
| 2022 | $74.4M | 211.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 46.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 45.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 58.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 21.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 23.1K t |
Where Egypt imports anthracite coal from
One supplier dominates: Russia accounted for 82% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $20.3M | 83% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $2.7M | 11% |
| Tajikistan | $1.6M | 6.3% |
| China | $28K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $23K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.37 per kg, 118% above the world average of $0.17. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Anthracite coal exports from Egypt
Exports of anthracite coal by Egypt reached $22.6 million in 2024 (64.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (40%), Saudi Arabia (25%), Oman (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $9.1M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.7M | 25% |
| Oman | $2.4M | 11% |
| Bahrain | $1.8M | 8% |
| Syria | $692K | 3.1% |
| North Macedonia | $673K | 3% |
| Tunisia | $505K | 2.2% |
| South Sudan | $402K | 1.8% |
| Libya | $281K | 1.2% |
| Algeria | $255K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt anthracite coal imports (HS 2701.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2701.11: Coal: anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated.
Common questions
What is the value of anthracite coal imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported anthracite coal worth $24.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 66.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply anthracite coal to Egypt?
Russia was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by Kyrgyzstan (11%) and Tajikistan (6%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of anthracite coal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.37 per kg in 2024, 118% above the world average of $0.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of anthracite coal to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $24.6 million in 2024, an increase of 697%. The peak was 2022 at $74.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also export anthracite coal?
Yes. Egypt exported $22.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Oman. That compares with imports of $24.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for anthracite coal?
The HS code for anthracite coal is subheading 2701.11. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2701 page.
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