High CV ~6,000 NAR
Low ash and moisture
Power plants with high efficiency
Energy & Fuels
HS 2701
- Specified by GCV or NAR
- Independent load-port inspection
- Bulk vessel cargoes
Energy & Fuels · Coal
Steam Coal: calorific value, quality and bulk supply
Thermal coal for power generation, cement kilns and industrial boilers. Steam coal is priced on energy content and quality. Calorific value, ash, sulphur and moisture decide which plants can burn it and at what price.
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Product overview
Steam coal is priced on energy content and quality. Calorific value, ash, sulphur and moisture decide which plants can burn it and at what price.
Cargoes are usually traded by vessel with independent quality and quantity inspection at the load port.
- HS heading
- 2701
- Category
- Energy & Fuels
- Product group
- Coal
- Commonly sourced from
- Indonesia, Australia, South Africa, Colombia
- Trade types
- Import, Bulk
- Typical shipping
- Bulk carrier, Product tanker
Grades and standards
The grades most often specified in international trade. Name the standard as well as the grade.
Mid CV ~5,500 NAR
Widely traded
Power and cement
Low CV ~4,200 NAR
Higher moisture
Price-sensitive plants
Specifications
What buyers usually specify, with common examples. Confirmed values come from the supplier for each requirement.
| Calorific value | GCV or NAR in kcal/kg, for example 5,500 NAR |
|---|---|
| Ash | Specified maximum % |
| Sulphur | Specified maximum % |
| Moisture | Total moisture maximum % |
| Size | For example 0 to 50 mm |
| Shipping | Bulk vessel; inspection at load port |
| HS heading | 2701 (confirm the full tariff code for your exact product and destination) |
Commonly sourced from
Market information, not confirmed availability.
IndonesiaCountry guide
AustraliaCountry guide
South AfricaCountry guide
- ColombiaSourcing origin
No verified supplier listings are published for this product yet. Request it and TP4 works on the requirement directly.
Where it is used
- Power plantsBoilers for electricity generation.
- Cement kilnsProcess heat for clinker.
- Industrial boilersSteam for manufacturing.
Quality checks
- 1Calorific value
- 2Total moisture
- 3Ash
- 4Sulphur
- 5Size distribution
Documents
- Certificate of sampling & analysis
- Draft survey report
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin
Packaging and shipping
- Bulk in vessel holds
Shipping modes for energy & fuels
Bulk carrierProduct tankerContainersRoad tanker
Delivery terms decide who books the freight. Buying FOB or FCA? TP4 can coordinate the freight on your side. Buying CFR or CIF? The supplier books it and TP4 keeps the documents aligned.
Plan logisticsWhat moves the price
TP4 does not publish prices: they change with the market and depend on your exact requirement. These are the factors behind every quote.
- 01International coal indices
- 02Calorific value adjustment
- 03Freight and vessel size
- 04Origin
- 05Payment terms
Before you request steam coal
Have these ready and the first conversation becomes a quote, not a list of questions.
- Specification (CV, ash, sulphur, TM)
- Quantity and vessel size
- Laycan
- Discharge port
- Inspection company
Steam Coal: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between GCV and NAR?
GCV is gross calorific value; NAR is net as received, accounting for moisture. They give different numbers for the same coal.
How is quantity measured?
By draft survey at loading and discharge.
Are coal prices adjusted for quality?
Contracts often adjust price for actual calorific value against the specification.
Can coal ship in containers?
Small lots can, but most steam coal moves in bulk vessels.
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