Canadian Crude Oil Deepens Market Penetration Along U.S. Gulf Coast
Source Summary
Canada exported a record 4.3 million barrels per day of crude oil in 2025, continuing its dominant position as a U.S. energy supplier. Canadian oil accounts for more than 60% of U.S. crude imports, with approximately 90% of Canada's ~80% crude export volume directed to the United States. In 2024, Canadian energy exports totaled $160 billion, supported by integrated oil infrastructure developed over more than 70 years.
Why it matters
Canada's record crude exports and dominant share of U.S. imports underscore the deep energy interdependence between the two countries and the strategic importance of cross-border oil infrastructure.
