Asphalt and bitumen imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported asphalt and bitumen worth $5.5 million (9.6 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 4.9K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports asphalt and bitumen from
The largest suppliers were Italy (40%), Egypt (19%), France (18%). Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+464% on the year before).
Product types under HS 6807
| 6807.10 | Bitumen roofing sheets | 93% |
| 6807.90 | Bitumen products | 7.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6807.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, 29% below the world average of $0.80, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Asphalt and bitumen exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of asphalt and bitumen by Cote d'Ivoire reached $390 thousand in 2024 (646 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mali | $236K | 61% |
| Burkina Faso | $138K | 36% |
| Niger | $16K | 4% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire asphalt and bitumen imports (HS 6807): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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: Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch).
Common questions
What is the value of asphalt and bitumen imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported asphalt and bitumen worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply asphalt and bitumen to Cote d'Ivoire?
Italy was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Egypt (19%) and France (18%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 464% on the year.
What is the average import price of asphalt and bitumen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $0.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of asphalt and bitumen to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export asphalt and bitumen?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $390 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for asphalt and bitumen?
The HS code for asphalt and bitumen is heading 6807. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 6807.10 (93% of the value) and 6807.90 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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