Coal (other types) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported coal (other types) worth $12.0 million (148.1 thousand tonnes). That is 75% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $94.6 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 | $12.0M | 148.1K t |
| 2023 | $48.7M | 282.4K t |
| 2022 | $94.6M | 617.2K t |
| 2021 | $85.9M | 1.10M t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 271.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 63.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 173.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 6.5K t |
Where Turkey imports coal (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Spain (44%), Tajikistan (29%), Kazakhstan (22%). Among the main suppliers, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+736% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $5.3M | 44% |
| Tajikistan | $3.5M | 29% |
| Kazakhstan | $2.6M | 22% |
| Russia | $492K | 4.1% |
| Iran | $37K | 0.3% |
| Afghanistan | $5K | 0% |
| Uzbekistan | $3K | 0% |
| United States | $2K | 0% |
| Serbia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.08 per kg, 20% below the world average of $0.10, 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 (other types) exports from Turkey
In 2024, Turkey exported coal (other types) worth $8.7 million (47.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uzbekistan (47%), Italy (40%), Syria (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $4.0M | 47% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 40% |
| Syria | $904K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $129K | 1.5% |
| Georgia | $38K | 0.4% |
| Mauritania | $12K | 0.1% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $8K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $5K | 0.1% |
| Afghanistan | $5K | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey coal (other types) imports (HS 2701.19): 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 2701.19: Coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated.
Common questions
What is the value of coal (other types) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported coal (other types) worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply coal (other types) to Turkey?
Spain was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Tajikistan (29%) and Kazakhstan (22%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Kazakhstan grew fastest among the top ten, up 736% on the year.
What is the average import price of coal (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.08 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of coal (other types) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 317%. The peak was 2022 at $94.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also export coal (other types)?
Yes. Turkey exported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uzbekistan, Italy and Syria. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal (other types)?
The HS code for coal (other types) is subheading 2701.19. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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