Frequently Asked Questions
To what country does the United States export the most coal?
In 2015, the United States exported the most coal to the Netherlands—about 12.9 million short tons. This was about 17% of total U.S. coal exports in 2015.
Note: The ports in the Netherlands are major sources for transshipment of coal to other European nations. Therefore, a large portion of this volume may be ultimately consumed by other countries in Europe.
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U.S. coal exports and imports data
Table 7. U.S. Coal Exports, Quarterly Coal Report—December 2015, August 2016
Energy Explained: Coal Imports and Exports
Last updated: December 7, 2016
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