Turkey Bitumen Exporter & Supplier

The Competitive Alternative to
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for West & North Africa

Looking for a reliable Turkey Bitumen Exporter for your international bitumen requirements? Tiger Bitumen supplies high-quality penetration, oxidized, cutback, emulsion, and performance-grade bitumen to buyers across Africa and other global markets. We offer Bitumen 60/70, Bitumen 80/100, and other commonly required grades with SGS and Bureau Veritas inspection, suitable packaging, and competitive CFR and CIF shipping options. Our export team provides product specifications, certification documents, shipping arrangements, and quotations based on your required grade, quantity, and destination port.

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Why Choose Tiger Bitumen

Why Choose Tiger Bitumen as a Turkey Bitumen Supplier

Choosing the right Turkey Bitumen Supplier is important for buyers who need consistent quality, reliable documentation, competitive pricing, and dependable shipment schedules. Tiger Bitumen supplies a wide range of bitumen grades for road construction, waterproofing, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Our export service combines product quality with independent inspection, suitable packaging, and flexible CFR and CIF delivery options for international buyers.

SGS & Bureau Veritas Certified

Every Tiger Bitumen shipment can be independently inspected by SGS or Bureau Veritas before loading, helping buyers verify product quality and shipment specifications before dispatch. We provide essential export documentation, including inspection reports, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and Certificate of Origin, depending on the shipment and destination requirements.

185 kg New Steel Drums for Bitumen Export

Tiger Bitumen supplies bitumen in new 185 kg steel drums suitable for international transportation and containerized shipments. Drummed Bitumen provides convenient handling, storage, and distribution for importers, contractors, and road construction projects. Packaging can be arranged according to the product grade, destination, and shipment requirements, with 20ft containers commonly used for export shipments.

Competitive Bitumen Pricing and CFR Delivery

Tiger Bitumen provides competitive FOB, CFR, and CIF quotations based on bitumen grade, order quantity, packaging, destination port, and current freight conditions. Buyers can request a customized quotation for their required grade and shipment volume, allowing them to compare Product and Transportation Costs before placing an order. CFR and CIF options are available for major international destinations, subject to the selected shipment route and commercial terms.

Fast Bitumen Export Dispatch

Tiger Bitumen maintains stocked inventory to support fast bitumen export dispatch for international buyers. Once the order, product specifications, payment terms, and shipping arrangements are confirmed, we work to arrange FOB dispatch within the agreed schedule. Actual dispatch times may vary depending on product availability, order quantity, port operations, documentation, and vessel schedules.

Sanctions-Free, Fully Documented Supply

Tiger Bitumen supports international bitumen buyers with clear and complete export documentation for each shipment. Depending on the destination and order requirements, documentation may include the Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and third-party inspection documents. Providing accurate shipment and product documentation helps importers complete customs procedures, verify product specifications, and manage their bitumen imports more efficiently.

20+ Years of International Bitumen Export Experience

HY International Group has more than 20 years of experience in international bitumen supply and export, serving buyers across Africa and other global markets. Our experience covers penetration bitumen, oxidized bitumen, and other bitumen products for road construction, waterproofing, and industrial applications. We support international buyers with product documentation, export packaging, inspection arrangements, and shipment coordination from origin to destination port. Our dedicated Africa Bitumen platform provides additional information for buyers sourcing bitumen for African markets.

About Us

Turkey Bitumen Africa's Alternative Supply Portal

What is TurkeyBitumen.com?

TurkeyBitumen.com is a market-focused platform of Tiger Bitumen, operated by HY International Group, providing information and supply solutions for international buyers interested in bitumen from Turkey and alternative global sources. Our parent brand, Tiger Bitumen, supplies penetration bitumen, oxidized bitumen, and other Bitumen Products for road construction, waterproofing, industrial, and infrastructure applications. TurkeyBitumen.com provides product information, export guidance, pricing information, packaging details, and access to bitumen supply services for international buyers.

Turkey Bitumen Export Market

Turkey has an established bitumen export market serving buyers across Europe, Africa, and other international destinations. Turkish refineries, petroleum companies, and trading businesses participate in the supply of bitumen and other petroleum products. International buyers evaluating the Turkey Bitumen Supplier market typically consider product grade, quality standards, packaging, export documentation, shipping routes, and delivered cost before selecting a supplier.

Penetration Bitumen Grades

50/70 | 60/70 | 70/100 | 80/100

Stats of Turkey Bitumen Import

Bitumen Export Share of U.A.E in Global Market

0 %

Global Export Share: 3.3%

Export Value: $264 MILLION

Turkey Bitumen Export Trade Data

Turkey Petroleum Bitumen Export Statistics 2022–2024

Turkey plays an important role in the international petroleum bitumen trade, supplying bitumen to markets across Europe, Africa, and other regions. Reviewing Turkey’s export volumes, trade values, destinations, and market trends can help international buyers understand the Turkish bitumen market and compare available sourcing options. The statistics below are based on international trade databases and published market data.
Turkey Bitumen Exports 2024
1.2–1.4M MT
Volume 6th largest petroleum bitumen exporter globally
Total Export Value 2023
USD 480.8M
1.16 billion kg shipped worldwide via ComTrade 2023
Turkey Growth Rate (CAGR)
+60–63%
Fastest growing major bitumen exporter globally, 2013–2024
Peak Year World #1
2022 — USD 261M
Turkey was world’s #1 largest bitumen & asphalt exporter in 2022
Turkey to West Africa (2023)
331,402 MT
To Togo alone USD 140M world’s largest single Turkey bitumen flow
Nat. Bitumen Avg Export Price
USD 3,531/MT

2024 average +689% year on year increase for natural asphalt grades

Turkey in the Global Bitumen Export Market

Turkey’s position in the global bitumen export market provides useful context for international buyers evaluating sourcing options. Comparing export markets by volume, destination, product availability, and logistics can help buyers assess Turkey alongside alternative suppliers and determine the most suitable origin for their requirements.

Turkey & Tiger Bitumen Ranked (2024)
Rank Country / Exporter Export Volume (2024) Key Africa Destinations Compared To Tiger Bitumen
#1 🇨🇦 Canada 5.1M MT USA dominant; limited Africa Not a direct Africa competitor. Too costly for CFR Africa.
#2 🇸🇬 Singapore 2.6M MT SE Asia / Australia focus Freight disadvantage to West Africa vs UAE/Pakistan origins.
#3 🇮🇶 Iraq 2.5M MT Middle East, South Asia Not dominant in Africa. Tiger Bitumen competes directly in West Africa.
#4 🇦🇪 UAE 2.3M MT Africa, South Asia, LatAm Tiger Bitumen ships from Ajman, UAE same freight advantage. Same port.
#5 🇩🇪 Germany 1.6M MT Europe dominant High cost for Africa. Not a primary Africa competitor.
#6 🇹🇷 Turkey 1.2–1.4M MT Togo, Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco, Ghana Active Africa competitor. Tiger Bitumen matches or beats on FOB price, certification quality, and dispatch speed for West & North Africa.
#7 🇬🇷 Greece 1.2M MT West Africa (with Turkey) Greece + Turkey together dominate West African bitumen flows (Togo, Nigeria, Senegal reported sourcing from Turkey and Greece, Oct 2024).
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Bitumen Products for West & North Africa

Full Range of Bitumen Grades Matching & Exceeding Turkish Supplier Offerings

Tiger Bitumen supplies all standard penetration grades (60/70, 80/100, 40/50, 35/50), oxidized grades for waterproofing, polymer-modified grades, emulsions, and cutbacks, the complete range that West and North African importers currently source from Turkish exporters.

Penetration Grade

Bitumen 35/50

Extra-hard grade for heavily loaded roads, airport aprons, and bus rapid transit lanes across Nigeria, Egypt, and Algeria. Increasing demand as African governments specify higher performance grades for major highway concessions.

Penetration Grade

Bitumen 40/50

Hard penetration grade for high traffic arterials, airport runways, and heavy duty industrial roads in Nigerian port zones, Egyptian delta infrastructure, and Moroccan logistics corridors.

Penetration Grade · Most Exported by Turkey

Bitumen 60/70

The most widely used grade for road paving across West and North Africa. Turkey’s primary export grade to Togo, Egypt, Nigeria, and Morocco. Tiger Bitumen’s 60/70 is SGS certified, COA verified, and available in 185 kg new steel drums ready for African ports. Ideal for tropical and sub tropical paving conditions.

Penetration Grade · Standard Africa

Bitumen 80/100

Softer penetration grade for moderate temperature zones and secondary roads. Widely imported across North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia) and East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania). Used for rural roads, base courses, and mixed climate applications.

Oxidized Bitumen · Waterproofing

Oxidized Bitumen 85/25 & 95/25

Used in waterproofing membranes, roofing systems, and building waterproofing across Africa. STANDART Insulation (Turkey) competes in this segment. Tiger Bitumen’s oxidized grades match Turkish export standards and serve African contractors doing large-scale building waterproofing projects.

Oxidized Bitumen · Industrial

Oxidized Bitumen 115/15

Hard-grade oxidized bitumen for pipe coating, cable sheathing, and industrial applications. Popular across North Africa’s expanding oil & gas infrastructure maintenance sector Egypt, Libya, Algeria, and Tunisia require large volumes for pipeline integrity projects.

Polymer Modified Bitumen

PMB SBS Modified Bitumen

High-performance polymer modified bitumen for expressways, airport runways, and premium urban roads across African capitals. Nigeria’s expanding Lagos Ibadan Expressway corridor and Egypt’s New Administrative Capital road network drive PMB demand. Elastic recovery ≥65%, softening point ≥60°C.

Emulsion

Bitumen Emulsion (CSS, CSS-1h, MS)

Cold-mix emulsions for surface dressing, prime coat, tack coat, and rural road stabilization across West Africa. Ideal for low-traffic routes in Nigeria’s interior states, Ghana’s northern region, and Senegal’s rural road network. No heating required convenient for remote site application.

Full range also includes:

Cutback Bitumen (RC/MC grades), VG-10 / VG-30 / VG-40, Gilsonite, Performance Grade Bitumen, Base Oil, Paraffin Wax, Rubber Processing Oil. View complete product catalogue at TigerBitumen.com →

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West & North Africa Bitumen Market Data 2024

Africa Bitumen Import Market: Where Turkish Suppliers Compete

West and North Africa represent important and growing markets for imported bitumen, with demand from road construction, infrastructure, and industrial projects. Turkish suppliers compete across these markets alongside other international exporters. Tiger Bitumen supplies comparable bitumen grades with SGS inspection, export ready packaging, and flexible CFR and CIF delivery options for African buyers.

568K MT

Algeria #1 Africa bitumen importer by volume (2024). USD 256M import value.

407K MT

Morocco #2 Africa bitumen importer. 17 kg per capita highest in North Africa.

353K MT
Egypt #3 Africa importer. USD 610M total market. Also a major producer (711K MT).
176K MT
Nigeria #5 Africa importer. USD 321M import value. USD 400M+ spent on bitumen imports in 2023.
109K MT
Togo Turkey’s #1 West Africa destination. +17.2% CAGR 2013–2024 fastest growing African market.
4.5M MT
Africa total bitumen market forecast by 2035 USD 2.9B value, CAGR +1.0%
Africa Bitumen Import Market Turkey’s Competitive Position
Country Region Import Valume (2024) Import Value (2024) Turkey's Role Tiger Bitumen Access
🇩🇿 Algeria North Africa 568,000 MT USD 256M Active Turkey supplies Algeria via Mediterranean shipping corridor Port Algiers, Oran, Annaba CFR available from Tiger Bitumen
🇲🇦 Morocco North Africa 407,000 MT USD 210M Active Mediterranean proximity makes Turkey a preferred source Port Casablanca, Tanger Med CFR available. Per capita: 17 kg/person (#1 Africa)
🇪🇬 Egypt North Africa 353,000 MT USD 610M market Major Egypt was Turkey's #1 destination in 2022 (USD 195M) Port Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said CFR available. EGPC & private importers.
🇿🇦 South Africa Southern Africa 236,000 MT USD 372M market Greece + Pakistan (Tiger Bitumen) are main sources 8 import shipments from Pakistan scheduled Nov 2024 Port of Durban, Cape Town, Richards Bay Tiger Bitumen active supplier
🇳🇬 Nigeria West Africa 176,000 MT USD 321M Active Turkey + Greece supply Nigeria via Togo transshipment Apapa, Tin Can Island Lagos, Port Harcourt Tiger Bitumen key market. USD 1,825/MT avg price = highest in Africa.
🇹🇬 Togo West Africa 109,000 MT USD market leader #1 Turkey bitumen destination (331K MT shipped 2023) Lomé is West Africa's primary bitumen re-export hub Lomé Port Tiger Bitumen supplies direct. Lomé re-exports to Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Benin.
🇹🇳 Tunisia North Africa 92,000 MT Significant Active Mediterranean import route from Turkey Port of Tunis, Bizerte, Sfax CFR available from Tiger Bitumen
🇱🇾 Libya North Africa 66,000 MT USD 403/MT avg (lowest price Africa) Active proximity to Turkey via Mediterranean. Reconstruction demand driving imports. Port of Tripoli, Benghazi CFR available on enquiry
🇰🇪 Kenya East Africa 64,000 MT Significant Middle East + Pakistan origins (Tiger Bitumen) active. Turkish origin less common for East Africa. Port of Mombasa Tiger Bitumen active. CFR Mombasa USD 458–468/MT (Oct 2024 assessed)
🇧🇯 Benin West Africa 56,000 MT CAGR +37.6% Fastest-growing African bitumen importer 2013–2024. Receives from Togo transshipment hub. Port of Cotonou Tiger Bitumen supplies via Lomé transshipment or direct
🇬🇭 Ghana West Africa Significant Major consumer Active Turkey + Greece + Pakistan origin bitumen compete at Tema Port Port of Tema Tiger Bitumen active market. Key West Africa destination.
🇸🇳 Senegal West Africa ~10K MT Growing Active Turkey + Greece supply Dakar. Cited as October 2024 West Africa import destination. Port of Dakar Tiger Bitumen supplies. Also exports via Togo transshipment.
West & North Africa Bitumen Importers by Country

Who Imports Bitumen in West & North Africa?

West and North Africa include several major bitumen importing markets where buyers source penetration, oxidized, emulsion, and other bitumen grades for road construction and infrastructure projects. The following country overview highlights key import markets, major ports, and buyer segments relevant to international bitumen suppliers.

West Africa #1 Turkey Destination

🇹🇬 Togo Lomé Port (Re-export Hub)

Togo’s Port of Lomé is the primary entry point for Turkish bitumen into West Africa Turkey shipped 331,402 MT (USD 140M) to Togo in 2023. Key importers include TotalEnergies Lomé (which opened a bitumen storage terminal in March 2023), Rubis Énergie, and local trading houses. Bitumen is re-exported from Lomé to Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Benin, and northern Ghana. Togo’s own consumption grew at +17.2% CAGR the fastest in Africa (2013–2024).

North Africa Turkey's #1 Peak Destination

🇪🇬 Egypt

Turkey shipped USD 195M of bitumen to Egypt in 2022 its single largest export destination that year. Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) is the primary state buyer. Key private importers include El Waha Oil Company, Orascom Construction, Hassan Allam Construction, and Egypt Petroleum Trade (EPT). Egypt is also a major producer (711,000 MT/year from ENPPI and Suez refineries) but imports for specialty grades and supply gap coverage. Tiger Bitumen supplies Egypt direct via Port Alexandria and Damietta.

West Africa Largest by Import Value

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Nigeria spent over USD 400 million on bitumen imports in 2023, driven by Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Second Niger Bridge, and federal road programs. Key importers: Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), Dangote Industries (Dangote Refinery now producing bitumen for West Africa), Lafarge Africa, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Hitech Construction, and multiple Lagos-based petroleum trading houses. Turkey and Greece supply Nigeria via Togo transshipment and direct vessel calls at Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. Tiger Bitumen’s CFR Apapa price competes directly.

North Africa #1 Volume Importer

🇩🇿 Algeria

Algeria is Africa’s largest bitumen importer by volume (568,000 MT, 2024) despite being an oil-rich nation with domestic production via Sonatrach. Key importers: Sonatrach (Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures), CEVITAL Group, Agence Nationale des Autoroutes (ANA), Entreprise Nationale des Grands Travaux Pétroliers (ENGTP), and private road contractors under the Ministry of Public Works. Turkey supplies Algeria via Mediterranean shipping. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Algiers / Bejaia / Annaba at competitive rates.

North Africa Highest Per Capita

🇲🇦 Morocco

Morocco has the highest per capita bitumen consumption in Africa (17 kg/person, 2024) and is one of the region’s most active importers (407,000 MT). Key buyers: SAMIR (formerly), Société d’Exploitation des Ports (Marsa Maroc), Direction des Routes et Autoroutes (DRA), Autoroutes du Maroc (ADM), TotalEnergies Maroc, and Vivo Energy Maroc. Morocco benefits from proximity to Turkey via Gibraltar/Strait route. Tiger Bitumen competes via Casablanca and Tanger Med ports.

West Africa

🇬🇭 Ghana

Ghana Highways Authority (GHA) is the primary public sector bitumen buyer. Key private importers: Tullow Oil (operations), Vivo Energy Ghana, TotalEnergies Ghana, Contracta Construction, and Justmoh Construction. Ghana Road Fund supports national road maintenance requiring consistent bitumen supply. Turkey + Pakistan (Tiger Bitumen) are key supply origins competing at Tema Port. Tema is Western Africa’s other major re-export hub alongside Lomé.

West Africa

🇸🇳 Senegal

Senegal’s AGEROUTE (road agency) is the primary public buyer under the Plán Sénégal Émergent infrastructure program. Private importers: TOTAL Sénégal, Sococim Industries, and local trading companies. Port of Dakar receives Turkish and Greek origin bitumen cited as a primary West Africa import destination in October 2024 market reports. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Dakar directly.

North Africa

🇹🇳 Tunisia

Société Tunisienne de l’Électricité et du Gaz (STEG), Direction Générale des Ponts et Chaussées (DGPC), TRANSTU, and private construction companies are key bitumen buyers. Tunisia imports primarily via Mediterranean corridor Turkey is a natural origin. Tiger Bitumen supplies via Port of Tunis, Bizerte, and Sfax.

North Africa

🇱🇾 Libya

Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC), General National Roads and Bridges Authority (GNRBA), and private reconstruction contractors. Libya has the lowest import price in Africa (USD 403/MT) and significant reconstruction-driven demand. Mediterranean proximity to Turkey makes Turkish origin attractive. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Tripoli and Benghazi.

West Africa #1 Turkey Destination

🇹🇬 Togo Lomé Port (Re-export Hub)

Togo’s Port of Lomé is the primary entry point for Turkish bitumen into West Africa Turkey shipped 331,402 MT (USD 140M) to Togo in 2023. Key importers include TotalEnergies Lomé (which opened a bitumen storage terminal in March 2023), Rubis Énergie, and local trading houses. Bitumen is re-exported from Lomé to Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Benin, and northern Ghana. Togo’s own consumption grew at +17.2% CAGR the fastest in Africa (2013–2024).

North Africa Turkey's #1 Peak Destination

🇪🇬 Egypt

Turkey shipped USD 195M of bitumen to Egypt in 2022 its single largest export destination that year. Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) is the primary state buyer. Key private importers include El Waha Oil Company, Orascom Construction, Hassan Allam Construction, and Egypt Petroleum Trade (EPT). Egypt is also a major producer (711,000 MT/year from ENPPI and Suez refineries) but imports for specialty grades and supply gap coverage. Tiger Bitumen supplies Egypt direct via Port Alexandria and Damietta.

West Africa Largest by Import Value

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Nigeria spent over USD 400 million on bitumen imports in 2023, driven by Lagos Ibadan Expressway, Second Niger Bridge, and federal road programs. Key importers: Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), Dangote Industries (Dangote Refinery now producing bitumen for West Africa), Lafarge Africa, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Hitech Construction, and multiple Lagos based petroleum trading houses. Turkey and Greece supply Nigeria via Togo transshipment and direct vessel calls at Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. Tiger Bitumen’s CFR Apapa price competes directly.

North Africa #1 Volume Importer

🇩🇿 Algeria

Algeria is Africa’s largest bitumen importer by volume (568,000 MT, 2024) despite being an oil-rich nation with domestic production via Sonatrach. Key importers: Sonatrach (Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures), CEVITAL Group, Agence Nationale des Autoroutes (ANA), Entreprise Nationale des Grands Travaux Pétroliers (ENGTP), and private road contractors under the Ministry of Public Works. Turkey supplies Algeria via Mediterranean shipping. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Algiers / Bejaia / Annaba at competitive rates.
North Africa Highest Per Capita

🇲🇦 Morocco

Morocco has the highest per capita bitumen consumption in Africa (17 kg/person, 2024) and is one of the region’s most active importers (407,000 MT). Key buyers: SAMIR (formerly), Société d’Exploitation des Ports (Marsa Maroc), Direction des Routes et Autoroutes (DRA), Autoroutes du Maroc (ADM), TotalEnergies Maroc, and Vivo Energy Maroc. Morocco benefits from proximity to Turkey via Gibraltar/Strait route. Tiger Bitumen competes via Casablanca and Tanger Med ports.

West Africa

🇬🇭 Ghana

Ghana Highways Authority (GHA) is the primary public sector bitumen buyer. Key private importers: Tullow Oil (operations), Vivo Energy Ghana, TotalEnergies Ghana, Contracta Construction, and Justmoh Construction. Ghana Road Fund supports national road maintenance requiring consistent bitumen supply. Turkey + Pakistan (Tiger Bitumen) are key supply origins competing at Tema Port. Tema is Western Africa’s other major re-export hub alongside Lomé.

West Africa

🇸🇳 Senegal

Senegal’s AGEROUTE (road agency) is the primary public buyer under the Plán Sénégal Émergent infrastructure program. Private importers: TOTAL Sénégal, Sococim Industries, and local trading companies. Port of Dakar receives Turkish and Greek origin bitumen cited as a primary West Africa import destination in October 2024 market reports. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Dakar directly.

North Africa

🇹🇳 Tunisia

Société Tunisienne de l’Électricité et du Gaz (STEG), Direction Générale des Ponts et Chaussées (DGPC), TRANSTU, and private construction companies are key bitumen buyers. Tunisia imports primarily via Mediterranean corridor Turkey is a natural origin. Tiger Bitumen supplies via Port of Tunis, Bizerte, and Sfax.

North Africa

🇱🇾 Libya

Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC), General National Roads and Bridges Authority (GNRBA), and private reconstruction contractors. Libya has the lowest import price in Africa (USD 403/MT) and significant reconstruction-driven demand. Mediterranean proximity to Turkey makes Turkish origin attractive. Tiger Bitumen can supply CFR Tripoli and Benghazi.

Delivery Ports West & North Africa

Tiger Bitumen Ships Direct to All Major West & North African Ports

Tiger Bitumen provides CFR and CIF bitumen quotations to major ports across West and North Africa. Our export network from Karachi and Ajman supports reliable shipment planning for penetration bitumen, oxidized bitumen, and other grades used in road construction and industrial applications. Buyers can request a quotation based on their required grade, packaging, destination port, and delivery terms.
🇳🇬 Nigeria

Apapa / Tin Can Island, Lagos

Nigeria’s primary bitumen import terminal. Tiger Bitumen’s most active West Africa destination. USD 1,825/MT avg import price highest in Africa. High value market.

🇬🇭 Ghana

Port of Tema

Ghana’s primary container port. West Africa’s secondary re-export hub alongside Lomé. Tiger Bitumen supplies Ghana and onward to landlocked Burkina Faso and Mali.
🇹🇬 Togo

Port of Lomé

West Africa’s largest bitumen re-export hub. Turkey’s #1 West Africa destination (331K MT in 2023). TotalEnergies opened dedicated bitumen terminal here in 2023. Tiger Bitumen competes directly at Lomé.
🇸🇳 Senegal

Port of Dakar

Key West Africa gateway for Francophone markets. Active Turkish and Greek origin shipments (Oct 2024). Tiger Bitumen supplies CFR Dakar for Senegal, Mali, Mauritania, and Gambia.
🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

Port of Abidjan

Largest French-speaking West African port. Côte d’Ivoire (130K MT) is West Africa’s largest bitumen exporter also a major importer of specialty grades. Tiger Bitumen supplies Abidjan for local and regional distribution.

🇨🇲 Cameroon

Port of Douala

Central West Africa gateway for Cameroon and landlocked Chad, Central African Republic. Growing bitumen infrastructure program in the CEMAC zone drives import demand.
🇲🇦 Morocco

Casablanca / Tanger Med

Morocco’s twin primary import ports. Casablanca handles bulk petroleum products; Tanger Med handles containerized cargo. Tiger Bitumen delivers 20ft containers of 185 kg drums to both.
🇩🇿 Algeria

Algiers / Oran / Bejaia / Annaba

Algeria imports 568K MT the continent’s largest volume. Multiple port options with ICMS equivalent tax incentives for specific free zone import routes. Tiger Bitumen offers competitive CFR quotes to all Algerian ports.

🇪🇬 Egypt

Alexandria / Port Said / Damietta

Turkey’s former #1 market (USD 195M in 2022). Egypt’s EGPC and private importers receive at Alexandria’s petroleum terminals. Tiger Bitumen competes directly with Turkish exporters at Egyptian ports.

🇹🇳 Tunisia

Tunis / Bizerte / Sfax

Mediterranean corridor bitumen import market. Turkey supplies via close Mediterranean routes. Tiger Bitumen offers competitive alternative with same quality 60/70 and 80/100 grades in drums.

🇱🇾 Libya

Tripoli / Benghazi

Reconstruction driven import demand. Mediterranean route from Turkey is current primary source. Tiger Bitumen can offer competitive CFR pricing to both major Libyan ports.

🇿🇦 South Africa

Durban / Cape Town / Richards Bay

Up to 8 import shipments from Pakistan (Tiger Bitumen / Karachi) scheduled in November 2024 per Nexoil. Tiger Bitumen is a documented and active South Africa supplier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Turkey Bitumen for Africa Importer FAQ

Who are the main Turkey bitumen exporters to West and North Africa?

The main Turkish bitumen exporters targeting African markets include major petroleum refiners, trading companies, and international commodity suppliers. These suppliers serve West and North African markets with various bitumen grades and export solutions. Tiger Bitumen (Turkey Bitumen) provides a direct competitive alternative for African buyers seeking reliable supply, competitive pricing, quality certification, and efficient delivery.

How much bitumen does Turkey export to Africa?

Turkey exported 331,402 MT (USD 140M) to Togo alone in 2023 making Togo Turkey's #1 bitumen export destination globally. Togo's Lomé Port is the primary West Africa re-export hub receiving Turkish bitumen for redistribution to Nigeria, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Mali, Benin, and Niger. Egypt received USD 195M of Turkish bitumen in 2022 Turkey's largest single destination that year. Turkey's total petroleum bitumen exports in 2023 were USD 480.8M on 1.16 billion kg shipped worldwide.

What bitumen grades does Turkey export to Africa?

Turkish bitumen exporters primarily supply Penetration Grade Bitumen 60/70 and 80/100 to West and North Africa the standard paving grades used for road construction across ECOWAS and North African markets. Oxidized bitumen grades (85/25, 115/15) and polymer-modified bitumen (PMB/SBS) are also exported for waterproofing membranes and premium pavement applications. Tiger Bitumen supplies all the same grades SGS/Bureau Veritas certified in 185 kg new steel drums.

What is the bitumen price in West Africa for Turkish origin supply?

Turkish origin bitumen in West Africa is priced at a premium reflecting longer trade routes and intermediary margins. Nigeria's average import price is USD 1,825/MT the highest in Africa. Lomé (Togo) and Tema (Ghana) prices are lower due to the re-export model. Tiger Bitumen offers competitive CFR pricing to Apapa, Tema, Lomé, Dakar, and other West African ports request a full CFR quote via Tiger Bitumen or WhatsApp +92-321-820-8896.

Is Turkey Bitumen affiliated with Turkish bitumen exporters?

No. Turkey Bitumen is a market portal of Tiger Bitumen (HY International Group), headquartered at Karachi Free Zone, Pakistan. We are not affiliated with any Turkish company. Turkey Bitumen is designed to serve West and North African importers who are currently sourcing from Turkish bitumen exporters and seeking a competitive, fully certified alternative supplier. Our parent site is Tiger Bitumen.

What role do Turkish petroleum refiners play in Turkey's bitumen exports?

Turkish petroleum refiners are major contributors to Turkey's bitumen production and exports. They operate large scale refining facilities and produce bitumen alongside fuels and other petroleum products. Turkish refiners and trading companies supply bitumen to international markets, including Africa and Europe. Turkey Bitumen provides African importers with a competitive, fully certified alternative supply option for standard and specialty bitumen grades.

What are the biggest African bitumen importers and how do they source from Turkey?

The top African bitumen importers are Algeria (568K MT), Morocco (407K MT), Egypt (353K MT), South Africa (236K MT), and Nigeria (176K MT). They source Turkish bitumen primarily through commodity trading houses (Geneva/Switzerland), Turkish export agents, and spot vessel fixtures from Turkish Black Sea and Mediterranean ports (Mersin, İskenderun, İzmit). Nigeria and West Africa largely receive Turkish supply via Togo's Lomé Port transshipment. Tiger Bitumen can supply all these markets directly with competitive CFR quotes and faster dispatch from Karachi / Ajman.

How does Tiger Bitumen compare to Turkish bitumen suppliers for African buyers?

Tiger Bitumen matches Turkish suppliers on grade range and quality certification (SGS / Bureau Veritas), while offering advantages in: (1) drum format 185 kg new steel drums accepted at any African port without specialized liquid terminals; (2) dispatch speed 7-day FOB guarantee vs. Turkish refinery loading slots that can be 3–6 weeks; (3) documentation full clean MSDS, COA, certificate of origin, SGS report with no sanctions risk; (4) pricing competitive CFR Africa pricing from both Karachi and Ajman UAE origins. Contact us via Tiger Bitumen to compare.

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