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Penetration Bitumen

Penetration Grade Bitumen (ASTM/EN Standard)

Gold Bitumen factory in Iran produces and exports penetration grade bitumen in grades 40/50, 60/70, 80/100, 100/120, 120/150, and 200/300. It is widely used for hot mix asphalt, road paving, roofing, and waterproofing applications.

Applications

  • Hot mix asphalt (binder & wearing courses)
  • Pavement overlays and patching
  • Roofing, waterproofing membranes
  • Industrial adhesives and sealants
  • Pipe coating and corrosion protection

Advantages

  • Stable viscosity and thermal resistance during asphalt production
  • Excellent adhesion to aggregates
  • Complies with ASTM D946 and EN 12591
  • Multiple grades for different climates

Logistics & Delivery Terms

  • FOB Bandar Abbas — delivery at loading port.
  • CFR/CIF — freight/insurance to destination ports such as Jebel Ali, Mersin, Nhava Sheva, Mombasa, Durban, Lagos, Ho Chi Minh, Santos.
  • DAP/DDP — available for certain countries subject to regulations.

Destination Ports & Customs

  • GCC & MENA — Jebel Ali, Sohar, Dammam, Jeddah, etc.
  • Turkey — Mersin, Iskenderun, Ambarli
  • India & South Asia — Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Chennai
  • East & Southeast Asia — Ho Chi Minh, Haiphong, Manila, Jakarta, China
  • Africa — Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban, Lagos, Tema
  • Europe & Latin America — Rotterdam, Antwerp, Felixstowe, Santos, Chile, Uruguay

Countries We Work With

  • United Arab Emirates — Jebel Ali, Sharjah
  • Turkey — Mersin, Iskenderun
  • Oman — Sohar, Muscat
  • India — Nhava Sheva, Mundra
  • Vietnam — Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi
  • Kenya — Mombasa
  • Nigeria — Lagos / Tin Can
  • Tanzania — Dar es Salaam
  • Brazil — Santos

Technical Specifications

Property Unit Method 40/50 60/70 80/100 100/120 120/150 200/300
Penetration @25°C 0.1 mm ASTM D5 40–50 60–70 80–100 100–120 120–150 200–300
Softening Point °C ASTM D36 48–56 46–54 45–52 43–51 40–48 37–45
Viscosity @135°C cSt ASTM D2170 350–500 300–450 250–400 220–360 180–320 120–250
Ductility @25°C cm ASTM D113 >100 >100 >100 >100 >100 >100
Density @25°C g/cm³ ASTM D70 1.01–1.05 1.01–1.05 1.01–1.05 1.01–1.05 1.01–1.05 1.01–1.05
Solubility in TCE % wt ASTM D2042 >99 >99 >99 >99 >99 >99
Loss on Heating % wt ASTM D1754 <0.5 <0.5 <0.5 <0.5 <0.5 <0.5
Flash Point °C ASTM D92 >250 >250 >240 >240 >230 >220

*Values are typical ranges; final COA is issued per shipment.

Packaging Options

Packaging Type Net Weight Palletization Remarks
New Steel Drums 180–200 Kg Loose or palletized Most common export form
Jumbo Bags 1 MT With/without pallet Economical for bulk projects
Poly Bags 25–50 Kg Standard pallets Convenient for small scale use
Bulk (Bitutainer / IBC) 20–24 MT / container 20’ or 40’ container Maximizes space efficiency

Related Products (Penetration Grades)

  • Bitumen 40/50 — Harder, suitable for hot climates
  • Bitumen 60/70 — Most common grade for moderate climates
  • Bitumen 80/100 — Higher workability
  • Bitumen 100/120 — For cooler climates
  • Bitumen 120/150 — Soft, for cold regions
  • Bitumen 200/300 — Very soft, for extremely cold conditions

FAQ

Here are the most common questions and answers about Penetration Grade Bitumen:

Q1: What is Penetration Grade Bitumen?

A1: Penetration grade bitumen is a standard paving bitumen classified by penetration depth (measured in 0.1 mm). It is mainly used in road construction, asphalt pavements, and flexible surfacing.

Q2: What are the common grades of Penetration Bitumen?

A2: The most widely used grades include 30/40, 40/50, 60/70, 80/100, and 100/120. Each grade is selected based on climate and pavement design requirements.

Q3: What are the main applications of Penetration Bitumen?

A3: It is used in road surfacing, asphalt mixes, hot-mix asphalt, airport runways, highways, and other pavement construction projects where flexibility and adhesion are important.

Q4: How is Penetration Grade Bitumen tested?

A4: The penetration test (ASTM D5) measures the depth a standard needle penetrates the bitumen at 25 °C. This defines the hardness and classification of the grade.

Q5: Does Penetration Bitumen comply with international standards?

A5: Yes. All penetration grades are produced in compliance with ASTM and EN standards. Petro Gold provides COA, MSDS, and third-party inspection certificates upon request.