Bitumen products trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in bitumen products was worth $906.8 million in 2024, about 1.31 million tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017, and up 2% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $906.8M | 1.31M t |
| 2023 | $885.3M | 1.22M t |
| 2022 | $882.6M | 1.24M t |
| 2021 | $836.1M | 1.63M t |
| 2020 | $739.6M | 1.35M t |
| 2019 | $737.8M | 1.35M t |
| 2018 | $890.0M | 1.59M t |
| 2017 | $853.1M | 2.14M t |
Top bitumen products exporting countries
Canada is the largest exporter with 34% of world exports, followed by the United States and Slovakia. The top three supply 71% between them, out of 107 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $311.7M | 34% |
| United States | $302.6M | 33% |
| Slovakia | $30.8M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $26.9M | 3% |
| Poland | $25.9M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $22.6M | 2.5% |
| China | $22.2M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $20.2M | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19.5M | 2.2% |
| France | $15.7M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $14.7M | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $14.0M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (33%), Canada (29%) and the Philippines (3%). 200 countries imported it, and the top three take 65% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $303.0M | 33% |
| Canada | $261.6M | 29% |
| Philippines | $22.8M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $22.5M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $18.9M | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $18.5M | 2% |
| Indonesia | $17.6M | 1.9% |
| Chile | $14.4M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $12.2M | 1.3% |
| India | $11.7M | 1.3% |
| Mexico | $10.2M | 1.1% |
| France | $8.7M | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.75 per kg and China $0.53 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6807.90: Asphalt or similar material: articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch) other than in rolls. HS 6807 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most bitumen products?
Canada exported $311.7 million in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by the United States (33%) and Slovakia (3%). In all, 107 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most bitumen products?
The United States imported $303.0 million in 2024, 33% of world imports, ahead of Canada (29%) and the Philippines (3%). The top three importers together take 65%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in bitumen products?
It was worth $906.8 million in 2024, about 1.31 million tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 107 countries reported exports and 200 reported imports.
What is the average price of bitumen products per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1.75 per kg and China $0.53 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for bitumen products?
The HS code for bitumen products is subheading 6807.90, in chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6807 page.
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