Bitumen 60/70 – Reliable Supply from UAE & Turkey

Basekim is a global supplier and manufacturer of Bitumen 60/70 from Turkey and UAE, supplying high-quality penetration grade bitumen for asphalt production, road construction, waterproofing, industrial paving, and infrastructure projects worldwide. We export Bitumen 60/70 in drum, jumbo bag, polycube, flexitank, bitutainer, truck tanker, and bulk vessel shipment with stable quality, competitive pricing, and reliable export logistics for international customers.

Bitumen 60/70 is one of the most widely used penetration grade asphalt binders in the construction industry because of its balanced penetration value, strong adhesion properties, durability, flexibility, and resistance against water and weather conditions. This paving grade asphalt is mainly used in highway construction, airport pavement, industrial roads, roofing membranes, waterproofing systems, and hot mix asphalt production.

What is Bitumen 60/70?

Bitumen 60/70 is a penetration grade bitumen produced from vacuum residue through controlled refining and processing methods. The penetration range between 60 and 70 makes this material suitable for moderate climate conditions and heavy traffic roads. Due to its stable viscosity and reliable performance, Bitumen 60/70 remains one of the most demanded asphalt binders for global road infrastructure projects.

This grade is commonly used in asphalt mixing plants where it acts as a binder between aggregates such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone. The material improves pavement flexibility, waterproofing performance, and resistance against traffic pressure and environmental conditions.

Premium, Second, and Third Grade Bitumen 60/70

Basekim supplies premium, second, and third quality Bitumen 60/70 depending on project requirements, application type, and budget conditions.

Premium quality Bitumen 60/70 is produced through a continuous production process using controlled heating and hot air circulation. This method helps maintain stable penetration, proper softening point, high ductility, and reliable TFOT performance according to ASTM standards. Premium grade material is mainly used for highways, airport pavements, industrial roads, and high-performance asphalt production projects.

Second quality Bitumen 60/70 is produced through batch production systems and is mainly used in standard paving projects and industrial applications where lower production cost is required.

Third quality material is produced by blending different soft and hard grades of bitumen. This type usually contains higher wax content and viscosity and is commonly used in insulation materials, waterproofing products, and non-critical paving applications.

Applications of Bitumen 60/70

Bitumen 60/70 is widely used in infrastructure and industrial sectors because of its strong adhesion properties and flexibility under different climate conditions.

Road Construction

One of the main applications of Bitumen 60/70 is asphalt road construction. The material is mixed with aggregates such as sand, gravel, and crushed stone to produce asphalt concrete for highways, urban roads, bridges, and airport pavements. Due to its balanced penetration and viscosity, Bitumen 60/70 provides long-lasting pavement performance and resistance against heavy traffic conditions.

Asphalt Production

Penetration grade asphalt acts as a binder in hot mix asphalt plants and improves pavement flexibility, waterproofing performance, and resistance against cracking and deformation. This grade is widely used in asphalt pavement production for infrastructure and transportation projects worldwide.

Waterproofing and Roofing

Bitumen 60/70 is also used in roofing membranes, insulation systems, waterproofing applications, and protective construction layers because of its strong resistance against moisture penetration and environmental conditions.

Pipe Coating

The material is commonly used as a protective coating for oil, gas, and water pipelines. Bitumen coating helps improve corrosion resistance and thermal insulation performance in industrial pipeline systems.

Industrial Applications

Apart from road construction and waterproofing, Bitumen 60/70 is used in industrial sealants, adhesives, insulation materials, protective coatings, and various industrial manufacturing applications.

Packing Options for Bitumen 60/70

Drum Packing

Approximately 110 drums are loaded in one 20ft container with around 185 kg net weight per drum.

Jumbo Bag Packing

Available in 800 kg, 1000 kg, and 1200 kg jumbo bags for export shipment.

Polycube Packing

Each polycube contains around 300 kg and normally 24 MT can be loaded per container.

Flexitank Shipment

Flexitank shipment can load around 20 to 24 MT inside one 20ft container.

Bitutainer Packing

Bitutainer is used for bulk liquid transportation while maintaining bitumen temperature during transit.

Storage and Heating Conditions

Bitumen 60/70 should be stored in dry and insulated conditions away from direct sunlight, moisture, and contamination. Proper storage helps preserve penetration, viscosity, and overall asphalt performance during long-term storage.

Shelf Life and Expiry Date

Under suitable storage conditions, Bitumen 60/70 can maintain its quality and performance for many years. Since bitumen is a stable hydrocarbon material, it does not have a strict expiration date like many chemical products. However, excessive overheating, oxidation, contamination, and long exposure to sunlight may gradually affect penetration and viscosity properties over time.

Bitumen is also a thermoplastic material, meaning it can be reheated and reused multiple times under controlled temperature conditions without significant quality loss. This makes penetration grade asphalt a durable and cost-effective material for long-term infrastructure projects.

Recommended Heating Temperature

The recommended heating temperature for Bitumen 60/70 is generally between 150°C and 180°C depending on transportation and asphalt production requirements. Controlled heating is recommended to maintain stable product quality and avoid damage caused by excessive overheating.

Bitumen 60/70 Price

The price of Bitumen 60/70 depends on several international market conditions including crude oil prices, shipment volume, packing type, freight cost, vessel availability, destination country, and seasonal construction demand.

Crude oil fluctuation, transportation costs, export logistics, and bulk shipment volume are among the main factors affecting penetration grade bitumen prices in the global market. Basekim supplies Bitumen 60/70 from Turkey and UAE with FOB, CFR, and CNF shipment terms depending on customer requirements and destination ports.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bitumen 60/70

What is Bitumen 60/70 used for?

Bitumen 60/70 is mainly used for asphalt production, road construction, waterproofing systems, industrial paving, airport pavement, and pipe coating applications.

What is the shelf life of Bitumen 60/70?

Under proper storage conditions, Bitumen 60/70 can maintain its quality and performance for many years.

Which packing type is best for export?

The suitable packing depends on destination, unloading facilities, and transportation conditions. Drum, jumbo bag, polycube, flexitank, and bitutainer are commonly used export solutions.

What is the recommended heating temperature?

The recommended heating temperature is generally between 150°C and 180°C.

Can Bitumen 60/70 be reheated?

Yes, Bitumen 60/70 is a thermoplastic material and can be reheated under controlled temperature conditions without significant quality loss.