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Chile: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in Chile

In 2022, the Chilean coal market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption posted buoyant growth. Coal consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Coal Production in Chile

In value terms, coal production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Coal Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, the amount of coal exported from Chile totaled X tons, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, coal exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Paraguay (X tons) was the main destination for coal exports from Chile, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Paraguay amounted to X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Paraguay amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average coal export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Paraguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Paraguay amounted to X% per year.

Coal Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2022, supplies from abroad of coal increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, coal imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Colombia (X tons) constituted the largest coal supplier to Chile, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, coal imports from Colombia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia (X tons), twofold. Canada (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Colombia totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Canada (X% per year).

In value terms, Colombia ($X), Australia ($X) and the United States ($X) were the largest coal suppliers to Chile, together comprising X% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Australia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average coal import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Colombia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coal consumption was China, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, coal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of coal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coal production was China, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, coal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coal to Chile?

In value terms, Colombia, Australia and the United States appeared to be the largest coal suppliers to Chile, with a combined 86% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for coal in Chile?

The average coal export price stood at $1,567 per ton in 2022, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for coal in Chile?

The average coal import price stood at $118 per ton in 2022, surging by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the coal market in Chile. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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Country coverage:

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023