U.S. imports of Petroleum Bitumen, Other Petroleum Residues & Bituminous Mixtures (SITC 33541) totaled $231.3M in August 2026, imported from 14 countries.
Petroleum Bitumen, Other Petroleum Residues & Bituminous Mixtures 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 — commonly called asphalt — along with other heavy residues of petroleum or bituminous mineral oil refining, serves as a foundational material in road paving, waterproofing membranes, and industrial coatings. Penetration grade and viscosity grade specifications govern commercial transactions, and buyers must align these grades with local climate and pavement design standards. Bituminous mixtures in this heading may also include cutback asphalts and emulsions, each with distinct handling and storage requirements at the port of entry.
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4.5K import shipments a month
Penetration-graded bitumen (e.g., 60/70, 80/100) and performance-graded (PG) asphalt binders are the most widely traded forms. Viscosity-graded products are also common in industrial waterproofing applications. The applicable grade is typically specified in the purchase contract and must match the importing country's pavement or construction standards.
Petroleum bitumen is generally not subject to mandatory admissibility review by a single federal agency, but importers must comply with EPA regulations regarding hazardous materials transport and, where applicable, OSHA safety data sheet (SDS) requirements. Shipments transported as hot liquid bitumen require specialized tanker equipment and may be subject to DOT hazardous materials regulations. Consulting a licensed customs broker is advisable to confirm current requirements.
Basic heading 5 of 32 in section 3
Basic heading 33541 · $231.3M of $21.4B
ImportsExports
Imports
$231.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$80.1MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $2.4B of Petroleum Bitumen, Other Petroleum Residues & Bituminous Mixtures and exported $567.0M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Imports · August 2026
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Canada and Venezuela together supply 95% of it.
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