Bitumen 30/45
Our 30/45 bitumen is a penetration grade paving bitumen with higher hardness and excellent deformation resistance, making it ideal for roads, highways, and pavements exposed to heavy traffic and warm climate conditions.
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Bitumen 30/45 Specification
Black Rock Bitumen 30/45 Specifications
Essential Details
Test Method
Unit
Min.
Max.
- Specific Gravity at 25 °C
- ASTM D70
- –
- 1.01
- 1.06
- Penetration at 25 °C, 100g, 5s
- ASTM D5
- 0.1mm
- 30
- 45
- Softening Point
- ASTM D36
- °C
- 52
- 60
- Ductility at 25 °C
- ASTM D113
- cm
- 100
- –
- Loss on Heating
- ASTM D6
- wt.%
- –
- 0.2
- Drop in Penetration after Heating
- ASTM D5
- %
- –
- 20
- Flash Point
- ASTM D92
- °C
- 250
- –
- Solubility in Trichloroethylene
- ASTM D2042
- wt.%
- 99
- –
- Spot Test
- ASHTO T102
- Negative
Our Packaging
We deliver bitumen in versatile, secure options: economical Jumbo Bags, robust steel Drums, or high-volume Bulk Containers (Bitutainers/Bituboxes).
Terms of Payment
Payment Terms for Smooth Transactions
TT Method
The buyer pays 30% advance, with the balance against B/L draft (CFR) or customs docs (FOB).
LC at Sight
100% irrevocable, non-transferable, confirmed LC at sight, subject to bank approval by Black Rock Bitumen.
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Our faqs
Frequently Asked Questions.
Our 30/45 penetration grade bitumen is a hard paving binder engineered for high-temperature and heavy-traffic asphalt applications.
1. What is 30/45 penetration grade bitumen?
30/45 bitumen is a penetration grade paving bitumen with a penetration value between 30 and 45 (0.1 mm at 25°C), indicating a harder binder.
2. Where is 30/45 bitumen commonly used?
It is commonly used in:
- Highways and expressways
- Heavy-traffic pavements
- Industrial roads
- Warm and hot climate regions
3. How is 30/45 different from 40/60 bitumen?
30/45 is harder and more resistant to rutting than 40/60, making it better suited for heavier loads and higher temperatures.
4. What are the advantages of using 30/45 bitumen?
- Excellent resistance to deformation
- High durability under traffic stress
- Stable performance in hot climates
- Proven paving performance
5. How should 30/45 bitumen be stored and handled?
Store in heated tanks at controlled temperatures, avoid overheating, and keep free from contamination to maintain binder quality.



