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Overview of the Global Market for Asphalt or Bitumen Articles

Market Size for Asphalt or Bitumen Articles

The global asphalt or bitumen article market dropped slightly to $X in 2022, which is down by -2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the global market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Asphalt or Bitumen Articles

In value terms, asphalt or bitumen article production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 14% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Asphalt or Bitumen Articles

Exports

In 2022, overseas shipments of asphalt or bitumen articles increased by 0.3% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 6.6%. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, asphalt or bitumen article exports rose notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 17%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the four major exporters of asphalt or bitumen articles, namely Russia, the United States, Canada and Italy, represented more than half of total export. Germany (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Spain (X tons), Poland (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Belarus (X tons), Turkey (X tons), France (X tons) and Slovakia (X tons) held a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Belarus (with a CAGR of +11.8%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest asphalt or bitumen article supplying countries worldwide were the United States ($X), Canada ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 43% of global exports. Russia, Germany, Belgium, France, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Turkey, Belarus and Slovakia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

Belarus, with a CAGR of +13.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalt or bitumen article export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 9.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 12% against the previous year. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+7.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Asphalt or Bitumen Articles

Imports

In 2022, approx. X tons of asphalt or bitumen articles were imported worldwide; remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 8.4% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then declined modestly in the following year.

In value terms, asphalt or bitumen article imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 15% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of asphalt or bitumen article imports in 2022 were the United States (X tons), Canada (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons), together finishing at 36% of total import. The United Arab Emirates (X tons), the UK (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Hungary (X tons), France (X tons), Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons), Kazakhstan (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +15.4%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest asphalt or bitumen article importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), Canada ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together accounting for 36% of global imports. The UK, France, the Czech Republic, Germany, Indonesia, Poland, the United Arab Emirates, Slovakia, Hungary and Kazakhstan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Indonesia, with a CAGR of +11.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalt or bitumen article import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Russia, together accounting for 67% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Brazil, Germany, Italy, Iran, Turkey and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 14%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Russia, with a combined 69% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Italy, Germany, Iran, Turkey, Mexico and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 17%.
In value terms, the largest asphalt or bitumen article supplying countries worldwide were the United States, Canada and Italy, with a combined 40% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Russia, Germany, Belgium, France, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Finland, Slovakia, Belarus and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 38%.
In value terms, the United States, Canada and the Netherlands constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 34% share of global imports. These countries were followed by the UK, Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, the United Arab Emirates, Romania, Ukraine, Chile, Hungary and Kazakhstan, which together accounted for a further 20%.
In 2021, the average asphalt or bitumen article export price amounted to $671 per ton, growing by 9.2% against the previous year.
The average asphalt or bitumen article import price stood at $660 per ton in 2021, rising by 5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for asphalt or bitumen article. 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 23991255 - Articles of asphalt or of similar materials, e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch, in rolls
  • Prodcom 23991290 - Products based on bitumen (excluding in rolls)

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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