Coal (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $83.0 million of coal (other types) in 2024 (1.03 million tonnes). Value fell 66% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $246.2 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 | $83.0M | 1.03M t |
| 2023 | $242.4M | 1.90M t |
| 2022 | $226.6M | 1.42M t |
| 2021 | $239.8M | 2.74M t |
| 2020 | $165.7M | 2.05M t |
| 2019 | $175.8M | 1.63M t |
| 2018 | $246.2M | 2.31M t |
| 2017 | $44.0M | 51.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports coal (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Mozambique (42%), South Africa (40%), India (18%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $34.5M | 42% |
| South Africa | $33.4M | 40% |
| India | $14.7M | 18% |
| Kazakhstan | $316K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $38K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $6K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $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 the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $32.6 million of coal (other types) in 2024 (276.8 thousand tonnes). Senegal alone took 88% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $28.8M | 88% |
| Indonesia | $3.1M | 9.5% |
| Thailand | $257K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $206K | 0.6% |
| Kuwait | $122K | 0.4% |
| Philippines | $99K | 0.3% |
| India | $82K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $17K | 0.1% |
| Gambia | $5K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported coal (other types) worth $83.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.03 million tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply coal (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
Mozambique was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($34.5 million), followed by South Africa (40%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% 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. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coal (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.0 million in 2017 to $83.0 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2018 at $246.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $177.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export coal (other types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $32.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Indonesia and Thailand. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $50.4 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.
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