Bitumen roofing sheets exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of bitumen roofing sheets by Turkey reached $38.5 million in 2024 (65.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $38.5M | 65.1K t |
| 2023 | $43.5M | 72.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 55.4K t |
| 2021 | $18.7M | 38.5K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 41.3K t |
| 2019 | $17.9M | 39.4K t |
| 2018 | $16.3M | 32.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.2M | 30.5K t |
Where Turkey exports bitumen roofing sheets to
The largest buyer markets were Bulgaria (10%), Romania (7%), Vietnam (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 23%. Among the main buyer markets, Georgia grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | $3.7M | 9.6% |
| Romania | $2.8M | 7.2% |
| Vietnam | $2.2M | 5.8% |
| Cyprus | $2.0M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 5.1% |
| Israel | $1.9M | 4.8% |
| Qatar | $1.6M | 4.1% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 4.1% |
| Georgia | $1.5M | 3.8% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 3.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 32% below the world average of $0.87, 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.
Bitumen roofing sheets imports to Turkey
Imports of bitumen roofing sheets by Turkey reached $15.4 million in 2024 (16.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Netherlands (40%), France (29%), Egypt (19%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 41% |
| France | $4.4M | 29% |
| Egypt | $2.9M | 19% |
| Turkmenistan | $582K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $297K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $201K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $132K | 0.9% |
| United States | $125K | 0.8% |
| Russia | $121K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $108K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey bitumen roofing sheets exports (HS 6807.10): 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 6807.10: Asphalt or similar material: articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch) in rolls.
Common questions
What is the value of bitumen roofing sheets exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported bitumen roofing sheets worth $38.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 109 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy bitumen roofing sheets from Turkey?
Bulgaria was the largest buyer with 10% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Romania (7%) and Vietnam (6%). The top three together account for 23%, out of 118 buyer countries in total. Georgia grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average export price of bitumen roofing sheets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $0.87 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 roofing sheets from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.2 million in 2017 to $38.5 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2023 at $43.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also import bitumen roofing sheets?
Yes. Turkey imported $15.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, France and Egypt. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $23.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for bitumen roofing sheets?
The HS code for bitumen roofing sheets is subheading 6807.10. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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