Formed naturally over thousands of years.
Does not require refining processes.
Used in specific applications such as insulation and coatings.
Obtained from the distillation of crude oil.
The most widely used type globally.
Applied in road construction, roofing, and waterproofing.
Produced from the distillation of coal tar.
Solid and glossy when fractured.
Used in coatings and electrical insulation.
Classified by needle penetration grades (e.g., 60/70, 80/100).
Commonly used in road paving.
Bitumen blended with solvents to reduce viscosity.
Suitable for cold weather conditions.
Types: Rapid Curing (RC), Medium Curing (MC), Slow Curing (SC).
A mixture of bitumen, water, and an emulsifying agent.
Used for road maintenance and surface treatments.
Types: Cationic (CRS, CMS, CSS) and Anionic.
Bitumen enhanced with polymers to improve performance.
Resistant to cracking and deformation.
Ideal for high-traffic areas.
Produced by blowing hot air through bitumen.
Hard and impermeable.
Used in waterproofing, roofing, and protective coatings.
Bitumen mixed with mineral fillers.
Highly resistant to water and heat.
Applied in flooring and industrial roofing.
