Coal briquettes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $13.5 million of coal briquettes in 2024 (25.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 77 countries for exports of this product. That is 99% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.5M | 25.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 22.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 16.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 103.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 39.2K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 67.8K t |
| 2017 | $10.7M | 56.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports coal briquettes to
Most of it went to Finland (34%), Ireland (28%), France (25%). Among the main buyer markets, Finland grew fastest (+996% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $4.5M | 34% |
| Ireland | $3.8M | 28% |
| France | $3.4M | 25% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 7.9% |
| Germany | $347K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $113K | 0.8% |
| Colombia | $79K | 0.6% |
| China | $53K | 0.4% |
| Norway | $27K | 0.2% |
| Romania | $13K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.52 per kg, 58% above the world average of $0.33. 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.
Coal briquettes imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of coal briquettes by the United Kingdom reached $4.7 million in 2024 (16.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Ireland alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.4M | 73% |
| Germany | $985K | 21% |
| South Africa | $55K | 1.2% |
| Colombia | $54K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $50K | 1.1% |
| Namibia | $49K | 1.1% |
| China | $33K | 0.7% |
| United States | $17K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $6K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported coal briquettes worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 77 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 99% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal briquettes from the United Kingdom?
Finland was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Ireland (28%) and France (25%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 23 buyer countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 996% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal briquettes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.52 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $0.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of coal briquettes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.7 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import coal briquettes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, Germany and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.8 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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