Coal (other types) exports from Zimbabwe: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported coal (other types) worth $4.3 million (37.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 669% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 131% a year on average.
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 | $4.3M | 37.7K t |
| 2023 | $566K | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $155K | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $23K | 64 t |
| 2019 | $99K | 419 t |
| 2018 | $22K | 64 t |
| 2017 | $13K | 22 t |
Where Zimbabwe exports coal (other types) to
Zambia alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+788% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $4.3M | 99% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $6K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.12 per kg, close to the world average of $0.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe coal (other types) exports (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) exported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe exported coal (other types) worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 105 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 669% on 2023.
Which countries buy coal (other types) from Zimbabwe?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by South Africa (0%) and Sri Lanka (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 788% on the year.
What is the average export price of coal (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.12 per kg in 2024, 20% above 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 exports of coal (other types) from Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12 thousand in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $923 thousand 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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