Bitumen roofing sheets exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $78.5 million of bitumen roofing sheets in 2024 (40.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 109 countries for exports of this product. That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $78.5M | 40.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.0M | 27.8K t |
| 2022 | $27.7M | 15.3K t |
| 2021 | $40.6M | 23.2K t |
| 2020 | $33.6M | 23.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $32.1M | 25.9K t |
| 2017 | $22.4M | 21.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports bitumen roofing sheets to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $71.0M | 91% |
| Canada | $4.7M | 6% |
| Bahrain | $1.2M | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $595K | 0.8% |
| Qatar | $272K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $204K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $156K | 0.2% |
| Philippines | $66K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $59K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $35K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, 125% above the world average of $0.87. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bitumen roofing sheets imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported bitumen roofing sheets worth $35.2 million (51.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. Saudi Arabia alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $25.7M | 73% |
| Egypt | $7.6M | 22% |
| United States | $510K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $394K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $353K | 1% |
| Singapore | $325K | 0.9% |
| China | $90K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $86K | 0.2% |
| India | $62K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported bitumen roofing sheets worth $78.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 109 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy bitumen roofing sheets from the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest buyer with 91% of the value ($71.0 million), followed by Canada (6%) and Bahrain (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average export price of bitumen roofing sheets per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, 125% above the world average of $0.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of bitumen roofing sheets from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $22.4 million in 2017 to $78.5 million in 2024, an increase of 250%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import bitumen roofing sheets?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $35.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $43.3 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?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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