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Dominican Republic: Market for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt 2025

Market Size for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican natural bitumen and asphalt market soared to $X in 2021, increasing by 77% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Exports from the Dominican Republic

In 2021, overseas shipments of natural bitumen and asphalt decreased by -20% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 541%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports reduced markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 491% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Haiti (X tons) was the main destination for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from the Dominican Republic, accounting for a approx. 98% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Haiti was relatively modest.

In value terms, Haiti ($X) also remains the key foreign market for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Haiti totaled -5.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 0.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Haiti.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Haiti amounted to -5.6% per year.

Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt

Imports into the Dominican Republic

In 2021, the amount of natural bitumen and asphalt imported into the Dominican Republic soared to X tons, growing by 84% on 2020 figures. Overall, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,628%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 2,233% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) was the main natural bitumen and asphalt supplier to the Dominican Republic, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +6.1%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of natural bitumen and asphalt to the Dominican Republic.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States amounted to -1.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural bitumen and asphalt import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -14.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 35%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -7.4% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the world?

The country with the largest volume of bitumen and asphalt consumption was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, bitumen and asphalt consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.7% share.

What are the largest producers of natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of bitumen and asphalt production, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, bitumen and asphalt production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of natural bitumen and natural asphalt to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of bitumen and asphalt to the Dominican Republic, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Venezuela, with a 5.2% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the Dominican Republic?

In 2020, the average bitumen and asphalt export price amounted to $137 per ton, dropping by -76% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural bitumen and natural asphalt in the Dominican Republic?

The average bitumen and asphalt import price stood at $978 per ton in 2020, dropping by -2.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural bitumen and asphalt in the Dominican Republic. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08991000 - Natural bitumen and natural asphalt, asphaltites and asphaltic rocks

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024