China’s Coking Coal Production & Imports (2017-2022)

In 2022, China’s coking coal production stood at 676 mnt, while another 64 mnt was imported. Due to the heavy reliance on the coal-based BF-BOF route, steel production accounts for about 20% of the country’s total annual carbon emissions. Thus, it is a key target in the government’s efforts to curb carbon emissions and improve air quality.