Product classification
HS code for Anthracite coal: 2701.11
Coal, anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated.
Classification of anthracite coal under HS 2701.11
Anthracite coal is classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 270111. This specific subheading is designated for "Coal; anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated." The classification is based on anthracite being a distinct type of coal, characterized by its high carbon content and high calorific value, making it a premium fuel. The HS code explicitly identifies anthracite, ensuring its proper categorization apart from other coal types. The phrase "whether or not pulverised" indicates that both lump and powdered forms of anthracite are included, provided they have not undergone an agglomeration process. This precise definition is crucial for distinguishing raw or simply crushed anthracite from manufactured coal products.
- Covers
- Raw anthracite coal (lump form)
- Pulverised anthracite coal (not agglomerated)
- Anthracite fines (not agglomerated)
- Washed anthracite coal (not agglomerated)
- Also under 2701.11
- Reading Anthracite
- Xcoal Energy & Resources anthracite
- various Chinese anthracite producers
- Ukrainian anthracite
Codes often confused with 2701.11
Common mistake. Common misclassification for anthracite coal primarily involves other types of coal or processed coal products. Other natural coals, such as bituminous coal (HS 270112) or lignite (HS 270119), are distinct and classified separately based on their geological formation and carbon content. The most significant point of confusion arises with agglomerated coal. While HS 270111 covers anthracite "whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated," any anthracite that has been pressed or formed into briquettes, ovoids, or similar shapes would be classified under HS 270120, which specifically covers "Briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal." This distinction is critical for customs purposes.
Top exporters and importers of HS 270111 (the code used for anthracite coal), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 270111 (the code used for anthracite coal) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 270111, not only anthracite coal.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$2.6B 63% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $454M 11% of world exports
- 3 Peru* ~$263M 6.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $1.7B 35% of world imports
- 2 Japan $639M 13% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $540M 11% of world imports
World total: $5.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for anthracite coal
Brazil classifies anthracite coal under NCM 2701.11.00: HS 2701.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about anthracite coal
What is the HS code for Anthracite coal?
The HS code for Anthracite coal is 270111 (Coal; anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated). The HS code for anthracite coal, whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, is 270111.
How do I classify Anthracite coal for customs?
Anthracite coal is classified under HS code 270111 — Coal; anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is agglomerated anthracite coal classified under HS 270111?
No, HS 270111 specifically excludes agglomerated coal. Agglomerated anthracite coal, such as briquettes or ovoids, would be classified under HS 270120, which covers manufactured solid fuels from coal.
Which countries are the top exporters of anthracite coal (HS 270111)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 270111 (the code used for anthracite coal) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $2.6B, 63% of world exports), China ($454M) and Peru (about $263M). World exports came to about $4.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of anthracite coal (HS 270111)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 270111 (the code used for anthracite coal) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 35% of world imports), Japan ($639M) and Indonesia ($540M). World imports came to about $5.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Anthracite coal the same in all countries?
The base HS code 270111 for Anthracite coal is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for anthracite coal in Brazil?
In Brazil, anthracite coal (HS 270111) is classified under NCM 2701.11.00.