NAICS Code 2121: Coal Mining
The NAICS code for Coal Mining is 2121.
Coal Mining establishments extract bituminous coal, subbituminous coal, anthracite, and lignite from surface and underground mines that supply electric power generation and metallurgical coke production. US coal production has declined significantly since 2008 due to natural gas competition and renewable energy growth.
Coal Mining falls under the NAICS code for NAICS 212 — Mining except Oil and Gas, a subsector of Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction.
707
Total US Entities
1
NAICS Industries
2121
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NAICS Industries (5-digit)
| NAICS Code | Industry Title | US Entities |
|---|---|---|
| 21211 | NAICS 21211 — Coal Mining | 707 |
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