Anthracite is a good quality type of coal having a high calorific value mainly used in industry and for domestic heating.
It is brittle, glossy black, burns with a short flame due to a low content of volatile matters and has a high percentage of carbon.
| Typical Specifications as Received Basis | ||
| Moisture | % | 5 – 10 |
| Ash Content | % | 5 – 20 |
| Volatile Matters | % | 2 – 4 |
| Sulphur Content | % | 0,8 – 1 |
| Fixed Carbon | % | 73 – 90 |
| NCV | Kcal/Kg | 7200 |
| Size | mm | 0 – 6 6 – 13 13 -25 25 – 80 |