Indonesia’s Bitumen Imports from Iran: Direct & Indirect (2023) — Key Grades in Demand
According to UN Comtrade / WITS official data, Indonesia imported
1.19 million tons of petroleum bitumen (HS 271320) in 2023, valued at
USD 613.6 million.
Direct imports from Iran were 6,484 tons, worth USD 2.98 million,
while additional Iranian-origin bitumen entered Indonesia indirectly via the UAE re-export hub.
Grades Most Requested in Indonesia
- Bitumen 60/70 — Indonesia’s leading paving grade.
- Bitumen 80/100 — Popular in tropical, flexible pavements.
- PMB 70 — For heavy-traffic highways and rutting resistance.
- Bitumen 115/15 & Bitumen 95/25 — Oxidized grades for waterproofing and construction.
2023 Import Snapshot (HS 271320)
| Exporting Country | Value (USD) | Volume (KG) | Volume (Tons) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | 453,725,460 | 856,622,000 | 856,622 |
| Malaysia | 51,735,220 | 95,669,600 | 95,670 |
| UAE (Re-export hub) | 47,484,020 | 109,725,000 | 109,725 |
| Thailand | 20,459,740 | 38,965,100 | 38,965 |
| South Korea | 15,727,200 | 29,254,600 | 29,255 |
| Iran (Direct) | 2,978,360 | 6,483,820 | 6,484 |
| Other Countries | 21,488,670 | 55,000,000 | 55,000 |
| Total | 613,598,670 | 1,192,050,000 | 1,192,050 |
Why Indonesian Buyers Prefer Iranian Bitumen
- Certified quality according to ASTM/EN standards.
- Competitive pricing compared to regional suppliers.
- Flexible packaging: drums, jumbo bags, bitutainers.