Bitumen is a black, sticky, and highly viscous form of petroleum used primarily as a binding and waterproofing material. It is most commonly applied in road construction as the key component in asphalt mixtures, but also plays an essential role in roofing, insulation, and industrial sealing. Derived from crude oil refining, bitumen is valued for its adhesive, durable, and weather-resistant properties.

Bitumen is available in various forms, including:

• Standard Penetration Grade Bitumen – used mainly for paving and road construction
• Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) – enhanced elasticity and durability for high-performance roads
• Specialized or Non-Standard Bitumen – customized grades for industrial or climatic requirements
• Performance Grade (PG) Bitumen – classified by climate-specific performance standards for modern

Standard Penetration Grade Bitumen

Standard Penetration Grade Bitumen is one of the most widely used types of bitumen globally. It is classified based on the depth a standard needle penetrates under controlled temperature and load. Known for its consistency and cost-effectiveness, it is commonly used in road construction under normal traffic conditions and is well-suited for tropical and temperate climates.

Product Overview

Chemical Formula: Complex mixture of hydrocarbons

Appearance: Black, semi-solid, and sticky

Packaging Options:

• Bulk
• Jumbo Bags
• Steel Drums / Barrels
• Flexi tank

Delivery Term: EXW/FCA, FOB ,CIF

Common Grades:

• 60/70 ← most popular globally
• 85/100

Applications:

• General-purpose asphalt production
• Widely accepted in tropical and temperate regions
• Road construction under normal traffic conditions

Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB)

Polymer Modified Bitumen is a high-performance bitumen enhanced with polymers such as SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene) or EVA (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate) to improve its elasticity, durability, and resistance to deformation. PMB is specifically designed for applications that demand superior performance under heavy loads, frequent traffic, and extreme temperatures, offering longer service life than conventional grades.

Product Overview

Chemical Formula: Modified blend of hydrocarbons and synthetic polymers

Appearance: Dark, viscous, rubber-like material

Packaging Options:

• Bulk
• Jumbo Bags
• Steel Drums / Barrels
• Flexi tank

Delivery Term: EXW/FCA,  FOB, CIF

Common Types

• PMB PG 76-16

Applications

• High-load roads (e.g., highways, airports, bus lanes)
• Regions with extreme temperature fluctuations
• Projects requiring long-life pavements and superior fatigue resistance

Performance Grade (PG) Bitumen

Performance Grade Bitumen is classified according to its rheological performance under specific climate conditions, following the Superpave system (AASHTO standards). Each grade is labeled based on the maximum and minimum pavement temperature it can withstand (e.g., PG 64-22), ensuring optimal performance across varying weather conditions and traffic loads.

Product Overview

Chemical Formula: Complex hydrocarbon blend modified for temperature-specific performance

Appearance: Dark, viscous, semi-solid

Packaging Options:

• Bulk
• Steel Drums / Barrels
• Flexitank

Delivery Term: FOB

Common Grades

• PG 58-28
• PG 64-22
• PG 76-10

Applications

• Widely used in North America and countries adopting AASHTO/Superpave standards
• Infrastructure projects requiring precise, climate-based performance specifications
• Road networks exposed to extreme or fluctuating weather conditions