Calcined petroleum coke exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $290.6 million of calcined petroleum coke in 2024 (490.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 81 countries for exports of this product. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $854.6 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 | $290.6M | 490.9K t |
| 2023 | $374.3M | 439.9K t |
| 2022 | $436.8M | 348.8K t |
| 2021 | $293.8M | 415.6K t |
| 2020 | $170.6M | 506.4K t |
| 2019 | $854.6M | 455.4K t |
| 2018 | $654.0M | 466.0K t |
| 2017 | $219.3M | 521.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports calcined petroleum coke to
The largest buyer markets were India (20%), China (17%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $57.2M | 20% |
| China | $49.2M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $31.7M | 11% |
| Norway | $30.6M | 11% |
| Brazil | $18.9M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $17.8M | 6.1% |
| France | $17.4M | 6% |
| Spain | $15.3M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $11.5M | 3.9% |
| Greece | $6.8M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 31% above the world average of $0.45. 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.
Calcined petroleum coke imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported calcined petroleum coke worth $24.2 million (58.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.3M | 80% |
| China | $3.6M | 15% |
| South Africa | $595K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $537K | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $70K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $16K | 0.1% |
| France | $12K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $11K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom calcined petroleum coke exports (HS 2713.12): 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 2713.12: Petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of calcined petroleum coke exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported calcined petroleum coke worth $290.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 490.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 81 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy calcined petroleum coke from the United Kingdom?
India was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($57.2 million), followed by China (17%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 41 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of calcined petroleum coke per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $0.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of calcined petroleum coke from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $219.3 million in 2017 to $290.6 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2019 at $854.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $411.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import calcined petroleum coke?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $24.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $266.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcined petroleum coke?
The HS code for calcined petroleum coke is subheading 2713.12. 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 2713 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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