Bitumen exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported bitumen worth $23.2 million (48.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 138% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 61% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23.2M | 48.7K t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 18.9K t |
| 2022 | $635K | 904 t |
| 2021 | $13K | 35 t |
| 2020 | $86K | 265 t |
| 2019 | $23K | 130 t |
| 2018 | $629K | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $838K | 2.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports bitumen to
Most of it went to Spain (28%), United Kingdom (16%), Brazil (16%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $6.6M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $3.7M | 16% |
| Brazil | $3.7M | 16% |
| Turkey | $3.3M | 14% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 13% |
| Thailand | $2.4M | 11% |
| Uganda | $377K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.48 per kg, close to the world average of $0.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bitumen imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $282 thousand of bitumen in 2024 (57 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $282K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia bitumen exports (HS 2713.20): 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 2713.20: Petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of bitumen exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported bitumen worth $23.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 112 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 138% on 2023.
Which countries buy bitumen from Saudi Arabia?
Spain was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (16%) and Brazil (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 7 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of bitumen per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $0.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of bitumen from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $838 thousand in 2017 to $23.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import bitumen?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $282 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for bitumen?
The HS code for bitumen is subheading 2713.20. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2713 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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