Key Market Indicators
Belgium took the 8th spot in 2021, behind Brazil with 529,300,000 Kilograms. South Korea, Japan and Russia, respectively, were the 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking. Belgium's anthracite imports are forecast to drop by 7.6% in 2026 compared to 2021, from nearly 980 million kilograms to around 640 million. The annual average rise since 2004 has been 1.3%. Brazil took the top spot in 2021, followed by South Korea, Japan and Russia. Belgium's anthracite exports are set to decline by 10.4% in 2026, from over 529 million kilograms to just under 293 million. The average annual decrease since 2004 has been 6.6%. Brazil was the top exporter in 2021, followed by South Korea, Japan and Russia.