Type I / CEM I 42.5
ASTM C150 · EN 197-1
General construction
Construction Materials
HS 2523
- ASTM C150, EN 197-1, IS 269
- Bagged or bulk
- Test certificate per lot
Construction Materials · Cement
Ordinary Portland Cement: grades, packing and delivery
General-purpose cement in bags or bulk for construction projects. Ordinary Portland cement is the general-purpose cement in most construction. It is graded by strength class under national or international standards.
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Product overview
Ordinary Portland cement is the general-purpose cement in most construction. It is graded by strength class under national or international standards.
Cement is heavy and moisture-sensitive, so packing, transit time and storage at destination are central to the deal.
- HS heading
- 2523
- Category
- Construction Materials
- Product group
- Cement
- Commonly sourced from
- Vietnam, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Pakistan
- Trade types
- Import, Export, Bulk
- Typical shipping
- Containers, Break-bulk vessel
Grades and standards
The grades most often specified in international trade. Name the standard as well as the grade.
CEM I 52.5
EN 197-1
High early strength
OPC 43 / OPC 53
IS 269
Indian-standard projects
Clinker
Semi-finished
Grinding units
Specifications
What buyers usually specify, with common examples. Confirmed values come from the supplier for each requirement.
| Standard and grade | For example ASTM C150 Type I, EN 197-1 CEM I 42.5, or OPC 43 / 53 (IS 269) |
|---|---|
| Packaging | 50 kg bags, jumbo bags or bulk |
| Documents | Test certificate, certificate of origin |
| Shipping | Containers, bulk or break-bulk vessels |
| HS heading | 2523 (confirm the full tariff code for your exact product and destination) |
Commonly sourced from
Market information, not confirmed availability.
VietnamCountry guide
TurkeyCountry guide
United Arab EmiratesCountry guide
- PakistanSourcing origin
No verified supplier listings are published for this product yet. Request it and TP4 works on the requirement directly.
Where it is used
- BuildingsConcrete, mortar and plaster.
- InfrastructureRoads, bridges and dams.
- PrecastBlocks, pipes and panels.
Quality checks
- 1Compressive strength
- 2Setting time
- 3Fineness
- 4Chemical composition
- 5Bag weight and condition
Documents
- Test certificate
- Certificate of origin
- Commercial invoice & packing list
- Inspection certificate
Packaging and shipping
- 50 kg bags
- Jumbo bags
- Bulk
Shipping modes for construction materials
ContainersBreak-bulk vesselBulk cement carriersRoad to site
Delivery terms decide who books the freight. Buying FOB or FCA? TP4 can coordinate the freight on your side. Buying CFR or CIF? The supplier books it and TP4 keeps the documents aligned.
Plan logisticsWhat moves the price
TP4 does not publish prices: they change with the market and depend on your exact requirement. These are the factors behind every quote.
- 01Energy and clinker costs
- 02Grade
- 03Packing
- 04Freight (heavy cargo)
- 05Shelf life and timing
Before you request ordinary portland cement
Have these ready and the first conversation becomes a quote, not a list of questions.
- Standard and grade
- Packing
- Monthly quantity
- Discharge port and storage
- Delivery schedule
Ordinary Portland Cement: frequently asked questions
How long can cement be stored?
Bagged cement is best used within a few months, kept dry and off the ground.
Bulk or bagged?
Bulk suits terminals with silos; bags suit direct project supply and distribution.
What is clinker?
The kiln product before grinding; some buyers import clinker and grind locally.
Can deliveries be phased?
Yes, to match project demand and storage.
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