2025 Q1 Colombia Coal (HS2701) Export Snapshot: Surge & Drop
Q1 Trend: Colombia Coal Export
Coal, classified under HS Code 2701 (Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal), saw volatile export performance in Q1 2025. February shipments surged 71% MoM in volume (3.89B kg) and value ($386.17M), but March collapsed by 52% in volume (1.88B kg) and 54% in value ($178.15M). Unit prices slid 5% MoM in March to $0.09/kg, extending February’s 0.4% dip. The sharp reversal suggests demand or logistical disruptions, though no specific policy triggers were identified in the latest trade reports.
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% |
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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic
Turkey dominates Colombia's coal exports with a 14.6% weight share but only a 13.1% value share, revealing a bulk hub role—prioritizing raw material volume over premium pricing. Chile and Brazil follow with similar value-weight gaps, suggesting a cost-efficient supply chain optimized for mass throughput rather than high-grade demand. The absence of a premium market (Value >> Weight) implies Colombia’s coal trade is structurally geared toward low-margin, high-volume logistics, with Turkey as the key throughput node. Strategic focus remains on scale, not specialization.
Table: Colombia Coal (HS Code 2701) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)
| Country | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURKEY | 90.09M | 994.37M | 12.00 | 994.37M |
| CHILE | 77.56M | 787.90M | 20.00 | 787.90M |
| BRAZIL | 67.07M | 624.12M | 33.00 | 624.12M |
| ISRAEL | 54.57M | 563.05M | 20.00 | 563.05M |
| CHINA TAIWAN | 44.06M | 435.42M | 17.00 | 435.42M |
| ECUADOR | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
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Colombia HS Code 2701 Breakdown & Value Logic
yTrade data reveals HS 2701120010 (bituminous coal) dominates Colombia's Q1 2025 exports, capturing 97% of volume and 96% of value—a clear bulk-volume play. The negligible presence of anthracite (2701110000) and other coal types (2701190000) confirms Colombia's HS Code 2701 Export strategy prioritizes high-quantity, low-cost shipments over premium grades. With no unit price data, the market leans on scale, not price differentiation, signaling a commodity-driven trade flow where volume trumps value-add.
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 | 755.72M | 257.00 | 7.82B | 7.82B |
| 270112**** | Coal; bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated | 34.44M | 6.00 | 215.32M | 215.32M |
| 270111**** | Coal; anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated | 4.47K | 3.00 | 13.38K | 13.38K |
| 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 | 497.50M | 5.12B | 191.00 | 5.12B |
| MILLINTON COAL INTERNATIONAL INC | 29.14M | 276.53M | 12.00 | 276.53M |
| BULK TRADING S.A | 20.98M | 138.36M | 3.00 | 138.36M |
| STEAG POWER GMBH | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Colombia Coal Export perform in Q1?
Exports surged 71% month-on-month in February to $386M, then dropped 54% in March to $178M.
What are the top Export partners for Colombia Coal?
Turkey ($90M), Chile ($78M), and Brazil ($67M) were the top destinations.
Who are the major Coal Buyers?
Interocean Coal Sales, LLC dominated with $498M in purchases, accounting for 66% of tracked exports.
What is the specific HS Code for this trade?
The data covers HS Code 2701, with significant activity in bituminous coal (HS 270112).
Detailed Monthly Report
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Colombia's Coal Export (HS Code 2701) saw a 52.03% volume surge in May 2025, with India leading buyers. Track trends on yTrade for deeper insights.
2025 Q2 Colombia Coal (HS2701) Export Snapshot: Mixed Volatility
Colombia's Coal Export (HS Code 2701) saw a 101% surge in April but dipped 26% in June. Track Q2 trends on yTrade for key insights into India, Brazil, and Chile markets.
