U.S. imports of Petroleum Bitumen (HS 271320) totaled $231.3M in August 2026, imported from 13 countries.
Petroleum Bitumen imports of $231.3M in August 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $208.5M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPetroleum bitumen — also traded as asphalt cement or bitumen binder — is the heavy residual fraction of crude oil distillation and serves as the primary binding agent in road paving, roofing membranes, and waterproofing applications. Penetration grade and viscosity grade specifications govern commercial contracts, and these rheological properties vary significantly by crude source, making origin a functional as well as a logistical consideration. Canada is the dominant US import source, consistent with its role as a major heavy-crude producer, while Colombia and Venezuela also supply. All trade is classified under the single line 2713200000.
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4.5K import shipments a month
Penetration grade (e.g., 60/70, 80/100) measures hardness at a standard temperature, while viscosity grade (e.g., AC-10, AC-20) measures flow resistance. Both are set by ASTM or equivalent standards and are specified in purchase contracts. Importers should ensure the certificate of analysis from the foreign supplier matches the grade required by the end-use project, as substituting grades can affect pavement performance and may trigger contract disputes.
Petroleum bitumen is typically transported and imported in a heated liquid state or as solid blocks. In liquid form, it is classified as a hazardous material under DOT regulations due to its high-temperature transport requirements, and vessels must comply with applicable MARPOL and USCG regulations for heated cargo. Port terminals receiving liquid bitumen require specialized heated storage tanks, which limits the number of viable entry points and affects logistics planning.
Subheading 1 of 4 in heading 2713
Subheading 271320 · $231.3M of $258.3M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2713200000 | Petroleum Bitumen | $346.2M | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2713200000 | Petroleum Bitumen | $79.6M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$231.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$79.6MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $2.4B of Petroleum Bitumen and exported $538.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Canada and Venezuela together supply 95% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.