2025 Apr Colombia Coal briquettes (HS 2701) Export Snapshot: Volume Surge

April Trend: Colombia Coal briquettes Export

Coal briquettes, classified under HS Code 2701 (Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal), rebounded sharply in April, with export value surging 101% MoM to $358.37M and volume up 97% to 3.71B kg. The recovery follows March’s steep declines, though unit prices remained flat at $0.10/kg, edging up just 2% from the prior month. The uptick aligns with the US’s 10% tariff on Colombian exports, effective April 5, which may have spurred preemptive shipments.

Table: Colombia Coal Briquettes Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Ecuador dominates Colombia's coal briquettes exports, accounting for 21.6% of shipments by frequency and 18.97% by weight, but only 17.9% by value—revealing a bulk hub dynamic where Ecuador processes raw materials rather than demanding premium grades. The broader pattern shows similar gaps (e.g., Brazil: 13.7% weight vs. 15.4% value), suggesting Colombia’s supply chain prioritizes cost-efficient mass distribution over high-margin specialization. This aligns with regional trade flows focused on volume-driven markets.

Table: Colombia Coal Briquettes (HS Code 2701) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 2701 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 2701120010 (bituminous coal) dominates Colombia's April 2025 exports, capturing 87.7% frequency and 90.5% volume/weight, dwarfing other sub-codes like 2701120090 (9.5% volume). The absence of unit prices suggests a bulk-volume, low-margin market, with Colombia prioritizing scalable shipments over premium pricing. This aligns with Colombia HS Code 2701 Export trends, where bituminous coal’s industrial utility drives demand. The negligible presence of anthracite (2701110000) confirms the market’s reliance on cost-efficient energy inputs, not niche high-value variants. Expect sustained focus on high-volume, low-complexity shipments.

Table: Colombia (HS Code 2701) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia Coal Briquettes Buyers List

Table: Colombia Coal Briquettes (HS Code 2701) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Coal briquettes Export perform in April?

Colombia's coal briquette exports doubled in April, reaching $358.37M (+101% MoM) with shipments up 97% to 3.71B kg. Unit prices edged up 2.3% to $0.10/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Coal briquettes?

Ecuador ($46.81M), Brazil ($40.18M), and Puerto Rico ($21.72M) were the top destinations in April.

Who are the major Coal briquettes Buyers?

The market is concentrated among bulk traders, led by Interocean Coal Sales ($192.92M) and Trafigura ($49.47M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 2701, with significant activity in bituminous coal (HS 270112).