Penetration Grade Bitumen Supplier — EN 12591 & ASTM D946 Certified Export from Dubai, UAE

Penetration grade bitumen is the most widely specified binder in road construction and asphalt paving worldwide, classified by hardness through a standardized needle penetration test at 25°C. Black Rock Bitumen supplies the full penetration grade bitumen range—from stiff, heavy-duty grades like 20/30 to soft, cold-climate grades like 200/300—certified to EN 12591 and ASTM D946, with bulk and drum export from Dubai to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

Whether you're procuring penetration grade bitumen for a highway project, airport runway, or urban road network, our team matches the grade to your climate zone, traffic load, and specification requirements.

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What Is Penetration Grade Bitumen?

Penetration grade bitumen is a refined petroleum derivative classified by its hardness, measured through a standard penetration test at 25°C. A needle is applied to the bitumen under a fixed load for five seconds, and the depth of penetration, in 0.1 mm units, determines the grade.

A lower penetration number, such as 20/30, indicates a harder, stiffer penetration grade bitumen preferred for high-temperature regions and heavy traffic loads. A higher number, such as 160/220, signals a softer, more flexible binder suited for cold climates, waterproofing, and specialised industrial applications requiring extra pliability.

This classification system is governed by EN 12591 in Europe and ASTM D946 in North America, letting engineers and procurement teams specify exact penetration grade bitumen performance for any project. Black Rock Bitumen supplies both standards, tested and certified for export from our Dubai logistics hub.

Penetration Grade Bitumen

Standards & Grades

We reliably supply high-quality bitumen globally for road construction and industrial projects, ensuring competitive pricing and timely delivery.

EN Standard

Superior quality penetration grade bitumen which offers high performance and sustainability through the harshest climates.

ASTM Standard

It offers consistency, durability and sustainable road construction performance.

EN Standard

EN 12591 (European Standard) classifies penetration grade bitumen by its penetration value and softening point range. Black Rock Bitumen supplies all major EN grades, tested and certified for export from our Dubai logistics hub.

Bitumen 20/30

Hard binder with low penetration & high softening point. Used in high-stress pavements, industrial roads, and airport runways in hot climates. Provides rut resistance under extreme thermal and mechanical stress.

Bitumen 30/45

Firm, high-softening-point binder with a penetration of 30–45 (0.1mm at 25°C). Ideal for highways, expressways, and heavily trafficked urban roads in hot climates. Delivers consistent deformation resistance under sustained axle loads.

Bitumen 35/50

A firm, durable grade widely used in base course and binder course layers across GCC, African, South American and South Asian road infrastructure projects. Performs reliably under moderate-to-heavy traffic volumes and varying climate conditions.

Bitumen 40/60

Semi-hard grade with balanced softening point, suited for urban road construction where surface temperatures exceed 50°C. Delivers strong adhesion to aggregate and resists permanent deformation.

Bitumen 50/70

One of the most commonly specified grades globally. Suitable for wearing course and binder course in temperate to hot climates. Widely used in road construction across the UAE, East Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Bitumen 70/100

A medium-grade binder offering a balance between stiffness and flexibility. Preferred for roads with moderate traffic and climate variability — including transitional regions in Central Asia and parts of Africa.

Bitumen 100/150

Softer grades designed for cold climate applications and specialized industrial uses. Lower stiffness allows better flexibility at sub-zero temperatures, making them suitable for waterproofing membranes, cold-region road overlays, and anti-corrosion coatings.

Bitumen 160/220

Penetration 160–220 (0.1mm at 25°C) with softening point 35–43°C. Specified for cold and temperate climate road construction, surface dressing, waterproofing membranes, and industrial coating applications where low-temperature crack resistance is critical.

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ASTM Standard

ASTM D946 classifies bitumen at 25°C and is the dominant standard in North America and many developing markets across Asia and Africa. Black Rock Bitumen supplies the full ASTM penetration range, from ultra-stiff 10/20 to highly flexible 200/300.

Bitumen 10/20
Ultra-hard penetration grade bitumen with extreme rut resistance and a high softening point. Specified for very heavy-duty industrial roads, port pavements, and high-stress applications in hot climate regions.
Bitumen 30/40
Hard ASTM-grade binder with low penetration and strong deformation resistance. This grade is ideal for national highways, heavily congested urban roads, and high-traffic arterials in warm to hot climate zones.
Bitumen 60/70
Widely specified ASTM penetration grade globally. Semi-hard binder with a high softening point & strong aggregate adhesion. Standard grade for highway wearing courses & arterial roads in hot & warm climates.
Bitumen 60/80
Versatile mid-range binder balancing stiffness and workability. Suitable for general road pavements, urban infrastructure projects, and wearing course applications across tropical and subtropical regions.
Bitumen 80/100
This is a balanced penetration grade bitumen offering flexibility and deformation resistance. Widely used for wearing and binder courses on medium-traffic roads across tropical, subtropical, and transitional climate zones.
Bitumen 85/100
Medium-soft ASTM binder with high pliability and good low-temperature performance. Suitable for lower-traffic roads, cooler climate regions, and applications where moderate flexibility is a design requirement.
Bitumen 100/120
Soft penetration grade bitumen with low stiffness and high adaptability. Specified for cold to temperate climate road construction, flexible pavement overlays, and industrial coating applications.
Bitumen 120/150
This grade is a high-penetration soft binder engineered for extreme low-temperature environments and low-traffic rural roads. Provides crack resistance under thermal contraction in cold and sub-zero climate conditions.

Bitumen 200/300

The softest grade in the ASTM penetration range. Very high flexibility and low stiffness make it ideal for extreme cold climate applications, specialty waterproofing membranes, and industrial uses requiring maximum low-temperature pliability.
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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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TT Method

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

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100% irrevocable, non-transferable, confirmed LC at sight, subject to bank approval by Black Rock Bitumen.

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