Product classification
HS code for Bitumen rolls: 6807.10
Asphalt or similar material, articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch) in rolls.
Classification of bitumen rolls under HS 6807.10
Bitumen rolls are classified under HS code 6807.10, which covers articles of asphalt or similar material, such as petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch, specifically when they are presented in roll form. This classification is part of Chapter 68, which encompasses articles of stone and other mineral substances. The products under this code are typically composite materials where a substrate—such as glass fiber, polyester, or felt—is heavily coated or impregnated with bitumen to create a flexible, waterproof sheet. The roll format is a defining characteristic for this subheading, distinguishing it from other bituminous articles like tiles or blocks. These rolls are predominantly used in the roofing industry as membranes or underlays to prevent water penetration. The classification depends on the bitumen providing the essential character of the article, serving as the primary waterproofing agent and comprising a significant portion of the product's weight and volume.
- Covers
- Bituminous roofing membranes in rolls
- Asphalt-saturated felt rolls
- Self-adhesive bitumen flashing tapes (in rolls)
- Bituminised waterproofing sheets
- Modified bitumen rolls (SBS or APP)
- Also under 6807.10
- IKO Modified Bitumen Roofing
- GAF Self-Adhering Roofing
- CertainTeed Flintlastic SA
- Soprema Sopralene
- Polyglass Polyflex
Codes often confused with 6807.10
Common mistake. Bitumen rolls are frequently misclassified under 4811.10 (bitumen paper). The distinction is that 4811.10 is for paper-based products, while 6807.10 is for heavier articles where bitumen is the dominant material. Another misclassification is 3919 for self-adhesive rolls; however, if the adhesive and waterproofing properties are derived from bitumen, 6807.10 is the more specific and correct code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680710 (the code used for bitumen rolls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680710 (the code used for bitumen rolls) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 680710, not only bitumen rolls.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $286M 17% of world exports
- 2 Germany $159M 9.4% of world exports
- 3 Canada $129M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $279M 17% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $119M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $108M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for bitumen rolls
Brazil classifies bitumen rolls under NCM 6807.10.00: HS 6807.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bitumen rolls
What is the HS code for Bitumen rolls?
The HS code for Bitumen rolls is 680710 (Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch) in rolls). The HS code for articles of asphalt or bitumen in rolls is 6807.10.
How do I classify Bitumen rolls for customs?
Bitumen rolls is classified under HS code 680710 — Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch) in rolls. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include plastic roofing sheets?
No, roofing sheets made primarily of plastics (like PVC or TPO) are classified under Chapter 39, even if they serve a similar waterproofing purpose.
Which countries are the top exporters of bitumen rolls (HS 680710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680710 (the code used for bitumen rolls) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($286M, 17% of world exports), Germany ($159M) and Canada ($129M). World exports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of bitumen rolls (HS 680710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680710 (the code used for bitumen rolls) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($279M, 17% of world imports), the Netherlands ($119M) and the United Kingdom ($108M). World imports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Bitumen rolls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680710 for Bitumen rolls is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bitumen rolls in Brazil?
In Brazil, bitumen rolls (HS 680710) is classified under NCM 6807.10.00.