Coal briquettes exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of coal briquettes by South Africa reached $23.4 million in 2024 (112.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 77 countries. That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 56% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $36.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23.4M | 112.7K t |
| 2023 | $36.1M | 269.3K t |
| 2022 | $25.9M | 184.8K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 44.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 49.5K t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 56.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 2.3K t |
Where South Africa exports coal briquettes to
Most of it went to Mozambique (39%), Denmark (29%), Vietnam (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+925% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $9.0M | 39% |
| Denmark | $6.7M | 29% |
| Vietnam | $4.3M | 19% |
| Sweden | $2.0M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $339K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $261K | 1.1% |
| New Zealand | $199K | 0.9% |
| Eswatini | $115K | 0.5% |
| Namibia | $72K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $67K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.21 per kg, 36% below the world average of $0.33, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Coal briquettes imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $256 thousand of coal briquettes in 2024 (766 tonnes). Namibia alone supplied 70% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $180K | 70% |
| China | $69K | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $3K | 1.1% |
| United States | $0K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
| Senegal | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa coal briquettes exports (HS 2701.20): 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 2701.20: Briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels: manufactured from coal.
Common questions
What is the value of coal briquettes exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported coal briquettes worth $23.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 112.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 77 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal briquettes from South Africa?
Mozambique was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by Denmark (29%) and Vietnam (19%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 925% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal briquettes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $0.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of coal briquettes from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $23.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $36.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import coal briquettes?
Yes. South Africa imported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Namibia, China and the United Kingdom. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $23.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal briquettes?
The HS code for coal briquettes is subheading 2701.20. 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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