In 2022, the United States imported about 8.33 million barrels per day (b/d) of petroleum from 80 countries. Petroleum includes crude oil, hydrocarbon gas liquids (HGLs), refined petroleum products such as gasoline and diesel fuel, and biofuels. Crude oil imports of about 6.28 million b/d accounted for about 75% of U.S. total gross petroleum imports.
In 2022, the United States exported about 9.52 million b/d of petroleum to 180 countries and 4 U.S. territories. Crude oil exports of about 3.60 million b/d accounted for 38% of total U.S. gross petroleum exports. The resulting total net petroleum imports (imports minus exports) were about -1.19 million b/d, which means that the United States was a net petroleum exporter of 1.19 million b/d in 2022.
The top five source countries of U.S. gross petroleum imports in 2022 were Canada, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Colombia.
| Import sources | Gross imports | Exports | Net imports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total, all countries | 8.33 | 9.52 | -1.19 |
| OPEC countries | 1.25 (15%) | 0.04 | 1.22 |
| Persian Gulf countries | 0.98 (12%) | 0.01 | 0.97 |
| Top five countries1 | |||
| Canada | 4.37 (52%) | 0.85 | 3.52 |
| Mexico | 0.81 (10%) | 1.15 | -0.34 |
| Saudi Arabia | 0.56 (7%) | 0.01 | 0.55 |
| Iraq | 0.31 (4%) | <0.01 | 0.31 |
| Colombia | 0.24 (3%) | 0.16 | 0.09 |
| Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Petroleum Supply Annual, August 2023 Note: Ranking in the table is based on gross imports by country of origin. Net import volumes in the table may not equal gross imports minus exports because of independent rounding of data. | |||
The top five destination countries of U.S. total petroleum exports by export volume and percentage share of U.S. total petroleum exports in 2022 were:
- Mexico—1.15 million b/d—12%
- Canada—0.85 million b/d—9%
- China—0.64 million b/d—7%
- South Korea—0.55 million b/d—6%
- The Netherlands—0.53 million b/d—6%
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Last updated: September 22, 2023, with data available at the time of update.
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The information provided in the article for the year 2022 offers a detailed snapshot of the United States' petroleum trade landscape. Let's break down the key concepts mentioned:
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Petroleum Imports and Exports (2022):
- The United States imported approximately 8.33 million barrels per day (b/d) of petroleum in 2022 from 80 countries.
- This petroleum includes crude oil, hydrocarbon gas liquids (HGLs), refined petroleum products (gasoline and diesel fuel), and biofuels.
- Crude oil imports accounted for about 75% of the total gross petroleum imports, amounting to 6.28 million b/d.
- The U.S. exported about 9.52 million b/d of petroleum to 180 countries and 4 U.S. territories.
- Crude oil exports constituted 38% of total U.S. gross petroleum exports, with about 3.60 million b/d.
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Net Petroleum Imports:
- The net petroleum imports (imports minus exports) were approximately -1.19 million b/d in 2022.
- This negative value indicates that the United States was a net petroleum exporter, with a surplus of 1.19 million b/d.
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Top Source Countries for U.S. Petroleum Imports (2022):
- The top five source countries for U.S. gross petroleum imports were Canada, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Colombia.
- Canada was the largest contributor, accounting for 52% of U.S. gross petroleum imports.
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Top Destination Countries for U.S. Petroleum Exports (2022):
- The top five destination countries for U.S. total petroleum exports were Mexico, Canada, China, South Korea, and The Netherlands.
- Mexico received the highest volume, with 1.15 million b/d, constituting 12% of U.S. total petroleum exports.
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Regional Breakdown:
- OPEC countries contributed 15% of U.S. gross petroleum imports, with Persian Gulf countries accounting for 12%.
- The table provides a breakdown of import sources, gross imports, exports, and net imports for various countries and regions.
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Data Source:
- The data is sourced from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), specifically the Petroleum Supply Annual of August 2023.
This information provides a comprehensive overview of the United States' petroleum trade in 2022, highlighting key source and destination countries, as well as the overall balance of imports and exports. It reflects the intricate relationships and dependencies that characterize the global energy landscape.
