Report Update Apr 1, 2024

Eastern Asia - Coal - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Eastern Asia: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in Eastern Asia

The East Asian coal market expanded significantly to $X in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Coal Production in Eastern Asia

In value terms, coal production reduced to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Coal Exports

Exports in Eastern Asia

In 2022, shipments abroad of coal was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, coal exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a noticeable downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Democratic People's Republic of Korea (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the major exporter of coal in Eastern Asia, creating X% of total export.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, China ($X) emerged as the largest coal supplier in Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic People's Republic of Korea ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in China totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed noticeable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Democratic People's Republic of Korea amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%).

Coal Imports

Imports in Eastern Asia

In 2022, the amount of coal imported in Eastern Asia skyrocketed to X tons, jumping by X% against 2021 figures. Total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, coal imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a strong increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Japan (X tons) and China (X tons) represented roughly X% of total imports in 2022. South Korea (X tons) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons). All these countries together took near X% share of total imports. Hong Kong SAR (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Japan ($X), China ($X) and South Korea ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total imports. Taiwan (Chinese) and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coal in Eastern Asia?

The country with the largest volume of coal consumption was China, comprising approx. 84% of total volume. Moreover, coal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold. South Korea ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.8% share.

What are the largest producers of coal in Eastern Asia?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of coal production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

What are the leading exporters of coal in Eastern Asia?

In value terms, China emerged as the largest coal supplier in Eastern Asia, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 31% share of total exports.

What are the leading importers of coal in Eastern Asia?

In value terms, Japan, China and South Korea were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 88% of total imports. Taiwan Chinese) and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.

What is the average export price for coal in Eastern Asia?

In 2022, the export price in Eastern Asia amounted to $181 per ton, picking up by 31% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coal in Eastern Asia?

The import price in Eastern Asia stood at $132 per ton in 2022, picking up by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the coal market in Eastern Asia. 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.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

China
Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Hong Kong SAR
Japan
Macao SAR
South Korea
Taiwan (Chinese)

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Eastern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Eastern Asia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
- China
- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Japan
- South Korea
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023