Coal (other types) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported coal (other types) worth $17.5 million (53.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $98.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17.5M | 53.3K t |
| 2023 | $23.3M | 55.2K t |
| 2022 | $98.4M | 284.8K t |
| 2021 | $21.6M | 165.1K t |
| 2020 | $35.6M | 502.1K t |
| 2019 | $58.7M | 635.2K t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 318.9K t |
| 2017 | $40.0M | 424.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports coal (other types) to
Australia alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Iceland grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $9.4M | 54% |
| Iceland | $5.5M | 31% |
| France | $1.8M | 10% |
| Ireland | $430K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $296K | 1.7% |
| Pakistan | $113K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $7K | 0% |
| Canada | $6K | 0% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, 230% above the world average of $0.10. 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 (other types) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported coal (other types) worth $11.0 million (50.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Ireland (43%), Venezuela (28%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+234% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $4.7M | 43% |
| Venezuela | $3.1M | 28% |
| United States | $1.6M | 15% |
| Poland | $894K | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $428K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $214K | 2% |
| Tajikistan | $23K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $9K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $8K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom coal (other types) exports (HS 2701.19): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported coal (other types) worth $17.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 105 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal (other types) from the United Kingdom?
Australia was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Iceland (31%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 888% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, 230% above the world average of $0.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of coal (other types) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $40.0 million in 2017 to $17.5 million in 2024, a fall of 56%. The peak was 2022 at $98.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import coal (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $11.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, Venezuela and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.5 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?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for the United Kingdom
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.