2025 Aug Colombia Coal (HS 2701) Export Snapshot: Sharp Drop
August Trend: Colombia Coal Export
Coal, classified under HS Code 2701 (Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal), saw exports plummet in August, with value dropping 58.10% MoM to $163.15M and volume falling 60.44% to 1.88B kg. The unit price edged up 5.90% to $0.09/kg, but the sharp decline in trade volume suggests weakened demand or logistical disruptions. This follows a volatile year, with June and July showing partial recoveries before August’s steep contraction. The data aligns with broader tariff uncertainties, including the April 2025 universal 10% import tariffs, which may have disrupted trade flows. Colombia’s coal exports remain highly sensitive to both price swings and policy shifts.
Table: Colombia Coal Export Trend (Source: yTrade)
| Date | Value | Weight | Unit Price | Value MoM | Weight MoM | Unit Price MoM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | 225.85M USD | 2.26B kg | $0.10/kg | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2025-02-01 | 386.17M USD | 3.89B kg | $0.10/kg | +70.99% | +71.74% | -0.44% |
| 2025-03-01 | 178.15M USD | 1.88B kg | $0.09/kg | -53.87% | -51.53% | -4.82% |
| 2025-04-01 | 358.37M USD | 3.71B kg | $0.10/kg | +101.16% | +96.73% | +2.26% |
| 2025-05-01 | 454.30M USD | 5.63B kg | $0.08/kg | +26.77% | +52.03% | -16.62% |
| 2025-06-01 | 337.32M USD | 3.96B kg | $0.09/kg | -25.75% | -29.76% | +5.71% |
| 2025-07-01 | 389.41M USD | 4.75B kg | $0.08/kg | +15.44% | +20.03% | -3.82% |
| 2025-08-01 | 163.15M USD | 1.88B kg | $0.09/kg | -58.10% | -60.44% | +5.90% |
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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic
Turkey dominates Colombia's coal exports by both volume (11.56% weight share) and value (11.63% value share), indicating a balanced trade relationship with no significant premium or discount. However, the broader pattern reveals a bulk-heavy structure: partners like Morocco (9.97% weight vs. 8.51% value) and Chile (9.90% weight vs. 8.98% value) process raw coal at scale, prioritizing volume over premium pricing. The absence of a Value-Volume Gap suggests Colombia’s supply chain is optimized for high-volume, cost-efficient exports rather than niche markets.
Table: Colombia Coal (HS Code 2701) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)
| Country | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURKEY | 15.70M | 169.34M | 4.00 | 169.34M |
| ISRAEL | 15.43M | 166.24M | 4.00 | 166.24M |
| JAPAN | 13.24M | 137.34M | 5.00 | 137.34M |
| PUERTO RICO | 12.42M | 94.22M | 12.00 | 94.22M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | 12.16M | 138.41M | 9.00 | 138.41M |
| CHILE | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
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Colombia HS Code 2701 Breakdown & Value Logic
yTrade data reveals HS Code 2701120010 dominates Colombia's coal exports (96% of volume, 95% of value), with nearly all shipments being non-agglomerated bituminous coal. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market where volume trumps premium pricing, typical for Colombia HS Code 2701 Export commodities. The remaining sub-codes (4% combined) are negligible, reinforcing a focus on high-volume, low-margin trade. This confirms Colombia’s coal sector thrives on scale, not niche differentiation.
Table: Colombia (HS Code 2701) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Product Description | Value | Frequency | Quantity | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 270112**** | Coal; bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated | 155.21M | 89.00 | 1.80B | 1.80B |
| 270112**** | Coal; bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated | 7.94M | 2.00 | 74.59M | 74.59M |
| 2701** | ******** | ******** | ******** | ******** | ******** |
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Colombia Coal Buyers List
Table: Colombia Coal (HS Code 2701) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)
| Buyer Company | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTEROCEAN COAL SALES, LLC | 137.18M | 1.62B | 80.00 | 1.62B |
| TRAFIGURA PTE LTD | 10.13M | 123.34M | 5.00 | 123.34M |
| SQUARE TRADING SINGAPORE PTE LTD | 6.29M | 55.00M | 1.00 | 55.00M |
| BULK TRADING S.A | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Colombia Coal Export perform in August?
Colombia's coal exports dropped 58.1% month-on-month in August to $163.15M, with shipment volume falling 60.4% to 1.88B kg. Unit prices edged up 5.9% to $0.09/kg.
What are the top Export partners for Colombia Coal?
Turkey ($15.7M), Israel ($15.43M), and Japan ($13.24M) were the top destinations in August.
Who are the major Coal Buyers?
InterOcean Coal Sales, LLC dominated with $137.18M in purchases, accounting for 84% of August's export value.
What is the specific HS Code for this trade?
The data covers HS Code 2701, with significant activity in bituminous coal (HS 270112).
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