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Bitumen and Its Different Grades

What is Bitumen?

Bitumen is a viscous, black, and sticky petroleum-based material primarily used in road construction, waterproofing, and industrial applications. It is produced through the distillation of crude oil and is known for its waterproofing, adhesive, and durability properties.

Different Grades of Bitumen

Bitumen is classified based on its penetration value, viscosity, or performance under specific conditions. The most common types include:

  1. Penetration Grade Bitumen (Most Common for Roads)
    Classified by penetration value (hardness level) measured in 0.1 mm units.
    The lower the penetration number, the harder and more durable the bitumen.
    Common grades & uses:
    – Bitumen 40/50 → Heavy-duty roads, airport runways
    – Bitumen 60/70 → Highways, expressways (best for tropical climates)
    – Bitumen 80/100 → Provincial & city roads, waterproofing
  2. Performance Grade (PG) Bitumen
    Designed to withstand specific temperature ranges.
    Used in regions with extreme temperature fluctuations.
    Example: PG 64-22 (can handle +64°C max and -22°C min temperatures).
  3. Oxidized (Blown) Bitumen
    Produced by blowing air into hot bitumen, making it harder & more resistant to aging.
    Used for roofing, waterproofing, and industrial coatings.
    Grades: Ranging from Bitumen 85/25 to 115/15.
  4. Cutback Bitumen
    Bitumen mixed with solvents (kerosene, diesel) for cold weather applications.
    Used for road repair & spray sealing.
  5. Emulsified Bitumen
    Bitumen mixed with water & emulsifiers for cold applications.
    Used in pothole repairs, surface treatments, and rural roads.

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Jumbo Bag and Drum Packaging for Bitumen Grades 60/70 and 80/100 for Iraq

Bitumen 60/70-80/100 in 1 MT Jumbo Bag with a steel cage and pallet: Loading 20 MT in 20 ft Container
Bitumen 60/70 in 1200 KG Jumbo Bag : Loading 24 MT in 40 ft Container
Bitumen 60/70 in 1300 Kg Jumbo Bag: Loading 26 MT in 40 ft Container
Bitumen 60/70 in 300 Kg BituBag: Loading 24 MT in 20 ft Container
Bitumen 60/70-80/100 in 180kg New Steel Drum: Loading 110 Drum in 20 ft = 20 Ton

Key Ports for Unloading Bitumen from Iraq

Port of Umm Qasr (Iraq) – Origin Point

  • Location: Southern Iraq, near Basra.
  • Role: Iraq’s main commercial seaport. Often used for loading bitumen or transiting cargo to neighboring countries.
  • Mode: Tankers or bulk containers transported overland.

International Bitumen Supplier Iraq

International Bitumen Supplier from Iraq By choosing Zumrut International Kimia, you benefit from consistent quality, professional services and unparalleled expertise in bitumen supply. We are committed to sustainability, innovation and customer satisfaction and are constantly striving to provide advanced solutions in the bitumen industry.

🔹 Zumrut International Kimia is fully prepared to supply and deliver all grades of Iraqi bitumen on CIF and CFR terms to various ports around the world.🔹

Iraq Bitumen Delivery Ports by Zumrut Kimya Company

  1. Bandar Abbas port – Iran
  2. Mersin Port – Turkey
  3. Iskenderun Port – Turkey
  4. Bursa Port – Turkey

Bitumen penetration grade specifications 60/70, 80/100 from Iraq

Property Bitumen 60/70 Bitumen 80/100 Test Method
Penetration (25°C, 100g, 5s) (0.1 mm) 60 – 70 80 – 100 ASTM D5
Softening Point (°C) 48 – 56 45 – 52 ASTM D36
Ductility (25°C, cm) >100 >100 ASTM D113
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.01 – 1.06 1.01 – 1.06 ASTM D70
Flash Point (°C, min) 230 225 ASTM D92
Loss on Heating (% max) 0.5 0.5 ASTM D6
Solubility in Trichloroethylene (% min) 99 99 ASTM D2042
Viscosity @ 135°C (cSt) 200 – 400 150 – 300 ASTM D2170
Spot Test Negative Negative AASHTO T102

 

Iraq Bitumen Penetration Grade 50/70 Specifications

Properties Test method Unit Specification
Penetration – 25°C, 100g, 5s ASTM D5 mm 50-70
Softening Point  ASTM D36 °C 49/58
Ductility At 25°C(Min) ASTM D113 Cm 100
Solubility in Xylene ASTM D2042 % 99 Min
Flashpoint (Cleveland Open) ASTM D92 °C 240 Min
loss on Heating(Max) ASTM D6 % 1 Max
Retained Penetration 25°C, 100g, 5s (% of original) ASTM D5 % 52 Min
Increase in softening point ASTM D36 °C 10 Max

 

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Iraq Bitumen Penetration Grade 50-70 Specifications

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