Anthracite coal imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported anthracite coal worth $31.5 million (126.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 117% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average.
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 | $31.5M | 126.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.5M | 47.5K t |
| 2022 | $21.8M | 43.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 25.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 29.7K t |
| 2019 | $14.7M | 48.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 47.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 10.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports anthracite coal from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.1M | 64% |
| Egypt | $9.1M | 29% |
| India | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $759K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $140K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $102K | 0.3% |
| United States | $40K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $29K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.25 per kg, 47% 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 the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported anthracite coal worth $2.4 million (28.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (37%), Thailand (28%), Malaysia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $879K | 37% |
| Thailand | $672K | 28% |
| Malaysia | $398K | 17% |
| Greece | $219K | 9.2% |
| Indonesia | $141K | 6% |
| Israel | $65K | 2.7% |
| Japan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported anthracite coal worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 126.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 117% on 2023.
Which countries supply anthracite coal to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($20.1 million), followed by Egypt (29%) and India (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 376% on the year.
What is the average import price of anthracite coal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.25 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $0.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of anthracite coal to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export anthracite coal?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Thailand and Malaysia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $29.1 million a 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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