Cutback Bitumen MC-30

MC-30 Cutback Bitumen Supplier and Exporter

Brazil Bitumen, by Tiger Bitumen, is a trusted supplier and exporter of premium MC-30 Cutback Bitumen for road construction, pavement maintenance, and infrastructure projects. Manufactured to international quality standards, MC-30 is a medium-curing cutback bitumen that provides controlled curing, excellent penetration, and reliable adhesion for prime coat and road base preparation applications.

MC-30 Cutback Bitumen is widely used for prime coats, surface preparation, road base treatment, and pavement maintenance where medium curing ensures effective penetration into granular layers and improves long-term pavement performance. Brazil Bitumen supplies premium MC-30 Bitumen with competitive pricing, flexible packaging, dependable worldwide export, and professional technical support for contractors and infrastructure developers.

Cutback Bitumen MC-30 Specifications

Medium Curing MC-30 Bitumen Cutback
Property Min Max Test Method
KINEMATIC VISCOSITY AT 60°C mm^2/s 30 60 ASTM D2170
FLASH POINT (TAG OPEN-CUP),°C 38 ASTM D3143
DISTILLATE TEST: DISTILLATE, VOLUME PERCENT OF TOTAL DISTILLATE AT 360°C:
TO : 225°C 35 ASTM D402
TO : 260°C 30 75 ASTM D402
TO : 316°C 75 93 ASTM D402
RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION TO 360°C, PERCENT VOLUME BY DIFFERENCE 50 ASTM D402
TEST ON RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION:
PENETRATION AT 25°C 120 300 ASTM D5
DUCTILITY AT 25°C 100 ASTM D113
SOLUBILITY IN TRICHLOROETHYLENE, % 99 ASTM 2042

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cutback Bitumen MC-30 FAQs

What is Cutback Bitumen MC-30?

Cutback Bitumen MC-30 is a medium-curing liquid bitumen produced by blending penetration-grade bitumen with medium-volatility petroleum solvents. It is designed for road construction and maintenance projects that require controlled curing, good workability, and reliable pavement bonding.

What is MC-30 Cutback Bitumen primarily used for?

MC-30 is commonly used for prime coats, light surface treatments, road repairs, patching works, and preparing granular road bases before asphalt paving. It helps improve the adhesion between pavement layers and enhances overall road performance.

Why is MC-30 classified as a medium-curing bitumen?

MC-30 contains medium-evaporating solvents, allowing it to cure faster than slow-curing grades while still providing sufficient time for penetration into the road base. This balance makes it suitable for a wide range of construction applications.

What are the advantages of using MC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

MC-30 offers excellent workability, faster project completion, reliable adhesion, uniform application, reduced construction delays, and improved bonding between pavement layers, making it a practical choice for road contractors.

Is MC-30 suitable for road maintenance projects?

Yes. MC-30 is widely used in road maintenance because it helps restore pavement integrity, improves bonding during repairs, and prepares road surfaces for asphalt overlays and rehabilitation works.

Can MC-30 be applied using standard bitumen spraying equipment?

Yes. MC-30 is formulated for easy application with conventional bitumen distributors and spraying equipment, allowing contractors to achieve consistent coverage and efficient project execution.

Is MC-30 suitable for road construction projects in Brazil?

Yes. MC-30 performs well in Brazil's road construction sector, where it is used for municipal roads, rural highways, infrastructure developments, and pavement maintenance requiring dependable curing characteristics.

How does MC-30 improve construction efficiency?

Its balanced curing rate allows contractors to complete road preparation more efficiently while maintaining strong adhesion and reducing project downtime. This helps improve productivity on construction sites.

What should buyers consider when selecting MC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

Buyers should choose a supplier that provides consistent product quality, international testing standards, export-grade packaging, technical documentation, and reliable logistics to ensure successful project execution.

Why choose Tiger Bitumen for MC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

Tiger Bitumen supplies premium-quality MC-30 Cutback Bitumen manufactured to international standards. We provide strict quality control, export-ready packaging, professional technical support, and dependable delivery services for customers across Brazil and international markets.