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Coal Commodities

Optimize your coal’s commercial value with customizable testing, inspection and risk management solutions for mining, processing and trade.

Understanding coal composition, grade and performance is essential to achieving full commercial value. In global markets, accurate and reliable analytical data supports pricing, ensures compliance and enables transparent, trusted trade.

We support coal producers, traders and end users with integrated testing, inspection and risk management solutions across the supply chain. Through our global network of laboratories and experts, we deliver precise analytical data and independent verification to ensure quality, consistency and compliance from production through delivery.

Metallurgical Lab

Our combined capabilities include:

  • Moisture, proximate and ultimate analysis, including calorific value, fixed carbon and CO₂ calculations
  • Mineral and trace element analysis, ash composition and ash fusion temperatures
  • Coal performance testing, including HGI, petrography, rheology and coking indices (e.g. FSI/CSN)
  • Washability, float-sink testing, bulk density and particle size analysis
  • Sampling, sample preparation and pre-shipment inspection
  • Loading, discharge supervision and quantity determination (including draft surveys)
  • Cleanliness inspections, damage surveys, tally and marine inspections

All services are conducted in accordance with internationally recognized standards, supporting operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Additionally, our digital e-certificate reporting system provides fast, secure access to inspection data, helping to streamline trading operations.

With inspectors located at major ports, mining and processing hubs worldwide, we provide rapid, reliable insights to help you manage risk in complex coal supply chains. Our solutions are fully adaptable to your operational requirements, regulatory environment and stockpile characteristics.

Benefits of our coal solutions

  • Accurate product characterization
    We deliver reliable analytical data to support pricing, performance and market positioning.
  • Improved operational efficiency
    We provide insights that help optimize processing, blending and end-use performance.
  • Reduced trading risk
    We identify discrepancies early to minimize disputes and protect commercial value.
  • Regulatory and standards compliance
    We ensure alignment with international specifications and environmental requirements.
  • End-to-end supply chain assurance
    We provide independent verification from production through to final delivery.

From exploration to operation and mine closure, learn more about how we can support your mining operations.

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  • SGS - Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh

8th Floor, Bao Lao Dong Building, 198 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street,

Xuan Hoa Ward,

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam