Steam Coal

Steam coal is an intermediate-energy coal grade used in industrial boilers, district heating plants, and smaller power stations. It bridges the gap between high-CV thermal coal and low-rank sub-bituminous coals. Pricing typically follows a discount to benchmark 6,000 kcal specifications.

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5,800 kcal/kg GAR5,000 kcal/kg GAR4,700 kcal/kg GARFOBCFRCIF
Quick Facts

Steam Coal at a Glance

Common Origins
IndonesiaSouth AfricaRussiaAustraliaVietnam
Common Destinations
IndiaBangladeshPhilippinesPakistanThailand
Grades & Specifications
5,800 kcal/kg GAR5,000 kcal/kg GAR4,700 kcal/kg GAR
INCOTERMS
FOBCFRCIF
Unit of Measure
Metric Tons

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Thermal Coal

Thermal coal (steam coal) is burned in power stations to generate electricity and in industrial boilers for process heat. It is priced by calorific value (NAR/GAR), with 6,000 kcal/kg NAR being the benchmark specification. Indonesia, Australia, and South Africa are the largest seaborne exporters.

Metallurgical Coal (Coking)

Metallurgical (coking) coal is a premium coal grade used in blast furnaces to produce coke, which serves as both fuel and a reducing agent in iron smelting. Hard coking coal (HCC) commands the highest price, with quality measured by CSR (Coke Strength after Reaction) and volatile matter content.

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