What is bitumen 85/100 used for?

Bitumen 85/100 is primarily used for hot mix asphalt production in road construction and paving applications. It is specified for highway construction, urban roads, airport runways, parking areas, and maintenance operations. Particularly popular in warm climate regions.

What does the 85/100 mean?

The 85/100 refers to the penetration value of the bitumen measured at 25C. The penetration range of 85-100 (in tenths of a millimeter) indicates the hardness. Bitumen 85/100 is a relatively soft grade, ideal for warm climate applications.

Is bitumen 85/100 suitable for road paving?

Yes, Bitumen 85/100 is one of the most suitable grades for road paving applications. Its penetration range provides the right balance of hardness and flexibility for hot mix asphalt production with excellent aggregate coating and compaction.

How is bitumen 85/100 transported?

Bitumen 85/100 is transported in heated bulk tankers for large project deliveries, sealed steel drums for containerized shipments, or ISO tanks for liquid bulk transport. It requires heated transport to maintain workable viscosity.

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Penetration Grade - Warm Climate

Bitumen 85/100 Supplier
and Bulk Supply for Global Markets

Name: Bitumen 85/100
Brand: Alkenza
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Alkenza supplies Bitumen 85/100 for asphalt paving and road construction projects worldwide. Bitumen 85/100 is a penetration grade bitumen classified by its hardness, with a penetration range of 85-100 at 25 degrees Celsius. This softer grade offers excellent flexibility and adhesion properties, making it ideal for hot mix asphalt production in warm climate regions. Available in steel drums, jumbo bags, and bulk tanker with FOB and CIF delivery worldwide.

Road Paving

Warm climate grade

Flexibility

Excellent adhesion

Bulk Supply

Min 20 MT - up to 2,000 MT

FOB / CIF

Flexible incoterms globally

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Type Bitumen 85/100

Grade Penetration

Penetration 85-100 (0.1mm)

Softening Point 40-48C

Min. Order 20 MT

Delivery FOB / CIF Worldwide

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What is Bitumen 85/100

Bitumen 85/100 is a penetration grade bitumen classified according to its hardness at 25 degrees Celsius, measured in tenths of a millimeter. The penetration value of 85-100 indicates a softer consistency compared to harder grades, providing excellent flexibility and adhesion properties for asphalt mixtures.

The 85/100 grade is produced through the petroleum refining process, where crude oil is distilled to separate the bituminous fraction. The resulting product is then carefully tested to ensure it meets the specified penetration range, providing consistent quality for road construction applications.

Bitumen 85/100 is widely used for asphalt paving in warm climate regions. Its softer consistency makes it particularly suitable for hot mix asphalt production where excellent workability and compaction characteristics are required.

All Bitumen Grades Applications

Road Paving

Widely used grade for asphalt paving.

Warm Climate

Ideal for tropical regions.

Workability

Easy mixing and compaction.

Adhesion

Excellent aggregate coating.

Bitumen 85/100 Specification

Complete technical specification for Bitumen 85/100 penetration grade bitumen per ASTM D946 and international standards.

Property	Unit	Specification	Test Method
Penetration at 25C, 100g, 5s	0.1 mm	85 - 100	ASTM D5
Softening Point (R&B)	C	40 - 48	ASTM D36
Ductility at 25C	cm	Min 100	ASTM D113
Flash Point (COC)	C	Min 225	ASTM D92
Solubility in TCE	%	Min 99	ASTM D2042
Loss on Heating	%	Max 0.2	ASTM D6
Penetration after TFOT	%	Min 54	ASTM D5/D36
Specific Gravity at 25C	-	1.01 - 1.06	ASTM D70

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Applications of Bitumen 85/100

Bitumen 85/100 is widely used for asphalt paving and road construction applications in warm climate regions.

Road Paving

Hot mix asphalt production for road surfaces, highways, and urban streets.

Highway Construction

National highways, expressways, and arterial roads requiring durable surfacing.

Urban Roads

City streets, residential roads, and commercial parking areas.

Base Course

Asphalt base layers for additional structural support.

Maintenance

Road maintenance, resurfacing, and rehabilitation projects.

Industrial Pavements

Factory floors, warehouse yards, and industrial facility surfaces.

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Bitumen 85/100 Packing Options

Bitumen 85/100 is available in multiple packing formats suited for different project scales and handling requirements.

Bulk Tanker

200-2,000 MT

Heated tanker delivery direct to project site. Lowest cost per MT for large infrastructure projects.

Bulk Details

Steel Drums

180-200 kg / drum

New steel drums with sealed lids. 80-100 drums per 20ft container. Standard for smaller projects.

Drum Packing

Jumbo Bags

500-1,000 kg / bag

Polypropylene FIBC jumbo bags. 8-12 bags per 20ft container. Efficient for large project phases.

Jumbo Details

Bitumen Pellets

5-25 kg / bag

Prilled or pelletized bitumen. Easy handling and storage. No heating required until mixing.

Pellets Details

Bitumen 85/100 Shipping and Delivery

Alkenza manages end-to-end shipping coordination for Bitumen 85/100 exports, covering heated transport, quality preservation, and project delivery logistics worldwide.

FOB - Free On Board

Price includes product and loading at origin port. Buyer arranges and pays for heated ocean freight and insurance. Suitable for buyers with existing project logistics infrastructure.

CIF - Cost, Insurance & Freight

Seller covers product, heated ocean freight, and marine insurance to named destination port. Single fixed price for delivered cargo. Recommended for government infrastructure tenders.

7-14

Days to S.Asia

16-24

Days to SE Asia

12-20

Days to Africa

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Shipping Documentation

Bill of Lading (BL)
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Certificate of Origin (COO)
Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Quality Certificate

Transport Requirements

Heated Tanker ISO Tank Drummed Insulated Container

Bitumen 85/100 Buyers and Import Markets

Global demand for Bitumen 85/100 is driven by road construction programs, infrastructure development, and highway modernization across emerging markets.

Road Contractors

Infrastructure construction companies using Bitumen 85/100 for asphalt paving on road maintenance and new construction projects.

Asphalt Plants

Hot mix asphalt plants requiring consistent quality Bitumen 85/100 for commercial and government road projects.

Government Infrastructure

National and provincial road agencies specifying Bitumen 85/100 for highway development programs.

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Major Import Markets

South Asia

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh requiring Bitumen 85/100 for highway construction and road modernization programs.

Southeast Asia

Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines importing Bitumen 85/100 for provincial road development projects.

Middle East

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman requiring Bitumen 85/100 for highway and infrastructure projects.

Africa

Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia requiring Bitumen 85/100 for road infrastructure development programs.

Bitumen 85/100 Price and Market Trends

Bitumen 85/100 pricing reflects crude oil markets, refinery capacity, and global infrastructure investment patterns.

Crude Oil Correlation

Bitumen pricing closely tracks crude oil markets as the primary raw material component in refinery production.

Refinery Capacity

Refinery operations and maintenance schedules impact bitumen supply availability and pricing.

Infrastructure Investment

Government infrastructure spending on roads and highways drives seasonal demand for Bitumen 85/100.

Freight Influence

Ocean freight rates and packaging format impact total landed cost for international buyers.

PRICE TRANSPARENCY

Bitumen 85/100 pricing is quoted in USD per metric ton. Contact our sales team for current market rates tailored to your specifications, volume, and destination.

FOB origin port pricing

CIF destination port pricing

Volume discount programs

Term contract pricing

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Technical Support

Full documentation, EN certification, and mix design support for optimal performance.

Project Delivery

Heated tanker and containerized delivery for infrastructure projects worldwide.

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Bitumen 85/100 Suppliers by Country

Alkenza supplies Bitumen 85/100 directly to road contractors and infrastructure projects worldwide. Find country-specific supplier information and delivery options.

India

Bitumen 85/100 supply for Indian highway construction. Mumbai delivery for NHAI projects.

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Pakistan

Bitumen 85/100 supplier for Pakistani roads. Karachi delivery for NHA and CPEC projects.

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UAE

Bitumen 85/100 supply for UAE highways. Dubai delivery for municipal projects.

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Saudi Arabia

Bitumen 85/100 for Saudi highway projects. Jeddah delivery for national road programs.

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