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

May Trend: Colombia Coal Export

Coal, classified under HS Code 2701 (Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal), saw mixed trends in May, with export value rising 26.77% to $454.30M USD despite a 16.62% drop in unit price to $0.08/kg. Shipment volumes surged 52.03% to 5.63B kg, marking the highest monthly weight this year. The divergence between price and volume suggests aggressive market expansion or competitive pricing pressures. This follows April's rebound, where both value and weight more than doubled from March's lows. No specific policy or event from the news context directly explains the May volatility.

Table: Colombia Coal Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

India dominates Colombia's coal exports, accounting for 28.01% of weight but only 20.34% of value—a clear Value-Volume Gap signaling its role as a bulk hub for low-margin, high-volume shipments. China follows with a similar pattern (15.29% weight vs. 11.04% value), reinforcing a supply chain optimized for cost-efficiency over premium pricing. Puerto Rico, however, shows a tighter alignment (5.53% weight vs. 8.96% value), hinting at niche demand for higher-grade coal. The structure reveals a commodity-driven trade, with weight share consistently outstripping value, prioritizing scale over specialization.

Table: Colombia Coal (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 May 2025 exports, capturing 95.56% of quantity and 92.69% of value—a clear volume-driven market. The near-absence of unit price data suggests bulk, low-margin trade, with minor sub-codes like 2701120090 and 2701110000 collectively contributing under 5%. This Colombia HS Code 2701 export pattern reflects reliance on high-volume, commoditized coal, not premium differentiation. Expect pricing pressure over value-add strategies.

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

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Colombia Coal Buyers List

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Coal Export perform in May?

Colombia's coal exports rose 26.77% month-on-month to $454.30M in May, with shipment volumes up 52.03% to 5.63B kg. Unit prices fell 16.62% to $0.08/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Coal?

India ($59.15M), China ($32.12M), and Puerto Rico ($26.06M) were the top destinations for Colombian coal exports.

Who are the major Coal Buyers?

The market is dominated by large trading firms, with Interocean Coal Sales, LLC ($108.28M) and Glencore-linked Korean utilities leading purchases.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

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