Export quotations for polymer modified bitumen in the EN 14023 45/80 penetration range
PMB 45/80 specifications define the penetration range and the additional performance requirements for polymer modified bitumen. However, the complete EN 14023 designation matters when comparing supplier offers because the specified softening-point class and selected properties must also match.
Send us the designation named in your project specification, or share the relevant contract clause. We will review the requirement and confirm what we can offer, including packing, Incoterm, documents and any agreed inspection arrangements.
PMB 45/80 at a Glance
| Polymer Modified Bitumen 45/80 | |
| Item | Detail |
| Product family | Polymer modified bitumen (PMB) |
| Classification framework | EN 14023 |
| Nominal penetration range | 45–80 (0.1 mm) at 25 °C, tested to EN 1426 |
| Position in the PMB series | Mid-series range that overlaps numerically with ranges such as PMB 25/55, PMB 40/100 and PMB 65/105 |
| Complete designation | Includes the specified softening-point class and any additional classification details required by the applicable specification |
| Additional properties | Requirements selected by the project specification |
| Offered designation | Stated in full in the supplier’s quotation and technical documents |
Matching the Complete PMB 45/80 Designation
The penetration range alone does not establish whether two PMB offers meet the same requirement. Therefore, check the complete designation, including the minimum softening-point class and any additional properties selected by the project specification.
Before comparing quotations, confirm the following details:
- Softening-point class: Check that each offer specifies the same minimum softening-point class required by your project.
- Selected properties: Confirm every additional property and its applicable requirement. For example, elastic recovery may be specified for this PMB range. Read the PMB elastic recovery guide to understand the test.
- Standard and edition: Record the EN 14023 edition and any national annex or supplementary document referenced by the contract.
Consequently, an offer that omits the required class or a selected property may not be comparable with an offer that states it. For more background, consult the EN 14023 PMB classification guide.
Explore our polymer modified bitumen product range for more information about available PMB grades.
PMB 45/80 Compared with Similar Grades
| Binder you may be offered | How it differs | Equivalent to PMB 45/80? |
| PMB 40/100 (EN 14023) | Has a wider nominal penetration range that includes 45–80 | No. It is a different designation. |
| PMB 25/55 (EN 14023) | Its nominal penetration range overlaps with PMB 45/80 between 45 and 55 | No. It is a different designation. |
| PMB 65/105 (EN 14023) | Its nominal penetration range overlaps with PMB 45/80 between 65 and 80 | No. It is a different designation. |
| Penetration grade 50/70 or 60/70 | Unmodified paving bitumen classified under a different system | No. |
| Performance grade, such as PG 64-22 | Uses a performance-grading system such as AASHTO M 320 or M 332 | No direct conversion. |
For example, a PMB 40/100 sample may produce a penetration result between 45 and 80. Nevertheless, that result alone does not make it PMB 45/80. The complete designation and the applicable specification determine compliance.
For other binder classifications, explore our penetration grade bitumen and performance grade bitumen ranges.
Where PMB 45/80 Is Typically Specified
Project specifications may select a PMB in the 45/80 penetration range for different asphalt surfacing applications. Typical examples include:
- Wearing courses and thin surfacing layers on main roads and urban streets.
- Porous and open-graded asphalt, where the project sets specific binder cohesion requirements.
- Resurfacing and overlay programmes that call for a polymer modified binder.
However, the suitable binder depends on the pavement design, climate, traffic conditions and contract requirements. We therefore prepare quotations against the designation and properties stated in your documents.
Quoting PMB 45/80 for Export
To request an export quotation, provide the complete designation, quantity, destination port, and preferred Incoterm. If you are comparing suppliers, include the relevant specification clause so every offer can address the same requirements.
Our quotation can identify the offered designation and applicable standard, technical data sheet (TDS), packing, loading port, Incoterm (FOB, CFR or CIF), available documents, agreed inspection scope, price validity and estimated transit time.
Documents and Inspection for PMB 45/80
Review the documents against the full designation rather than the penetration range alone. In particular, check the following:
- Technical data sheet (TDS): Confirm that it names the complete designation and lists each required property with its test method.
- Certificate of analysis (COA): Check the batch results for penetration (EN 1426), softening point (EN 1427), and each selected property, such as elastic recovery (EN 13398), where applicable. Also match the batch reference to the shipment.
For a practical document review, use the PMB TDS and COA checklist.
If your contract requires third-party inspection, specify the inspection agency or your nominated inspector, sampling point, timing, required tests, and laboratory. Agree on the scope in advance so the resulting inspection report clearly reflects what the inspector checked.
Packing, Shipping and Handling
We agree on the packing arrangement for each PMB 45/80 enquiry and state it in the quotation. Do not assume that packaging used for conventional bitumen automatically suits a particular PMB formulation.
During storage and handling, follow the heating temperatures and maximum holding time stated in the supplier’s TDS. If the binder will remain hot in a storage tank before use, request written storage and agitation guidance. Some PMB formulations may separate if stored incorrectly or without the recommended agitation.
Finally, include any destination-country approval, import documentation, or pre-shipment inspection requirements when requesting your quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two suppliers both quote “PMB 45/80”. Are the offers comparable?
Only if both state the same softening-point class, the same selected properties and the same EN 14023 edition. Ask each supplier for the complete designation and TDS before comparing prices.
Can PMB 40/100 be supplied in place of PMB 45/80?
No. PMB 40/100 is a different designation, even when its penetration falls between 45 and 80. An alternative is possible only if your specification permits it and equivalence is shown with test data.
Is PMB 45/80 the same as 50/70 or 60/70 bitumen?
No. 50/70 and 60/70 are unmodified penetration grades. PMB 45/80 is polymer modified and is completed by a softening-point class.
Which results should the COA for PMB 45/80 report?
Penetration, softening point and every further property your specification selects, each with its test method and a batch reference that matches the cargo.
How should PMB 45/80 be stored after delivery?
Within the temperatures and holding times on the TDS, and under the supplier’s written storage conditions if it will be kept hot in a tank.
Request a PMB 45/80 Quotation
To prepare an accurate offer, send:
- the complete designation, or the specification clause, with standard and edition;
- quantity in metric tons and the required delivery window;
- destination port and Incoterm (FOB, CFR or CIF);
- any packing preference;
- inspection scope and required documents, including destination approvals.
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