VG 40

VG 40 bitumen is a high-viscosity binder designed for heavy traffic and hot climate conditions.

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    Indian Standard VG 40

    Essential Details

    Description

    • Type
    • Viscosity Grade Bitumen
    • Feed Stock
    • Crude Oil
    • HS Code
    • 27132000
    • Spot Test
    • Negative
    • Inspection
    • Included
    • Delivery Term
    • FOB-CFR-CIF
    • Production and Loading Period
    • Maximum 3 Weeks
    • Payment Term
    • TT Method FOB Delivery: 30% advance and balance against customs documents
    • Marking
    • Marking can be customized based on customer request
    • Supply Capacity
    • 50,000 MT/Month
    • Packing
    • -New Steel Drum -Jumbo Bag

    Indian Standard VG 40 Specification

    Indian Standard VG 40 Specifications

    Essential Details

    Test Method

    Unit

    Min.

    Max.

    • Absolute Viscosity, at 60 ◦C
    • ASTM D4402
    • Poise
    • 3200
    • -
    • Kinematic Viscosity, at 135 ◦C
    • ASTM D2170
    • CST
    • 400
    • -
    • Softening Point
    • ASTM D36
    • °C
    • 25
    • -
    • Penetration Value, at 25 ◦C
    • ASTM D5
    • 0.1mm
    • 40
    • 60
    • Viscosity Ratio, at 60 ◦C
    • ASTM D4402
    • -
    • -
    • 4
    • Drop in Penetration after Heating
    • ASTM D5
    • %
    • –
    • -
    • Flash Point
    • ASTM D93
    • °C
    • 220
    • –
    • Solubility in Trichloroethylene
    • ASTM D2042
    • wt.%
    • 99
    • –
    • Ductility at 25 ◦C, after thin film oven test
    • ASTM D113
    • Min 25 cm

    Indian Standard VG 40

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    We deliver bitumen in versatile, secure options: economical Jumbo Bags, robust steel Drums, or high-volume Bulk Containers (Bitutainers/Bituboxes).

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    The buyer pays 30% advance, with the balance against B/L draft (CFR) or customs docs (FOB).

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      Frequently Asked Questions.

      BlackRock Bitumen supplies Indian Standard VG 40 worldwide, delivering consistent quality for global road construction projects.

      VG 40 is a high-viscosity paving grade bitumen specified under Indian Standards (IS 73).

      What are the main applications of VG 40?

      It is used for highways, expressways, intersections, and heavy-traffic roads.

      Its high viscosity provides excellent resistance to rutting and deformation.

      Yes, VG 40 performs well in high-temperature regions.

      VG 40 is specified under IS 73:2013.

      Yes, VG 40 enhances durability and reduces rutting under heavy traffic.