Bitumen, Asphalt &
Energy Product Supply
International supply solutions for road bitumen and asphalt applications, Vacuum Residue (VR), Fuel Oil, and Sulfur—supported by clear commercial terms, quality documentation, and coordinated export logistics.
Qualified supply networkQuality-focused executionInternational logistics
About Crude Link
Dependable international supply, managed with discipline.
Crude Link Trading L.L.C. S.O.C. is an international energy and commodity trading company based in Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, serving infrastructure, refining, marine, manufacturing, chemical, agricultural, and distribution markets.
Every inquiry is treated as an individual commercial project. We coordinate sourcing, technical documentation, packaging, inspection requirements, export procedures, logistics, and customer communication from initial inquiry through delivery follow-up.
See our commercial process →Our Products
A focused commodity portfolio.
Road & Asphalt Materials
Bitumen
Penetration, viscosity, modified, oxidized, emulsion, and cutback bitumen grades for asphalt roads, paving, waterproofing, roofing, and industrial applications.
Refining
Vacuum Residue
Heavy petroleum feedstock for bitumen production, fuel-oil blending, refinery processing, and related industrial applications.
Industrial & Marine
Fuel Oil
Energy solutions aligned with agreed viscosity, density, sulfur content, flash point, and other operational requirements.
Agriculture & Industry
Sulfur
Granular, prilled, lump, and powder sulfur for fertilizer, chemical, mining, rubber, and industrial applications.
Product descriptions are indicative. Final availability, origin, specifications, documentation, packaging, pricing, and delivery terms remain subject to confirmation and contract.
Packaging in Practice
Real product packaging. Real operational context.
Representative jumbo-bag and steel-drum packaging imagery for commercial presentation. Final packaging, loading method, quantity, and shipment configuration are confirmed for each transaction.
Commercial Strength
Built for complex supply requirements.
Transparent termsProfessional documentationResponsive supportFlexible shipment planning
Industries We Serve
Commercial solutions shaped around the application.
Infrastructure
Roads, airports, bridges, waterproofing, and construction programs.
Refining & Energy
Feedstocks, blending components, and industrial energy requirements.
Marine & Shipping
Fuel and logistics solutions aligned with marine operations.
Manufacturing
Energy and raw materials for cement, steel, heating, and heavy industry.
Chemicals & Agriculture
Sulfur and petroleum-derived materials for chemical and fertilizer production.
Trading & Distribution
Structured supply partnerships for traders and regional distributors.
Quality Assurance
Confidence through documented requirements.
Specifications, supporting documents, inspection arrangements, and acceptance criteria are reviewed before transaction confirmation and defined by the applicable quotation and contract.
- Certificate of Analysis or Quality Certificate
- Certificate of Origin and quantity documentation
- Commercial invoice, packing list, and transport documents
- Independent inspection where contractually agreed
International Logistics
Coordinated from origin to destination.
Shipment planning is developed with customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, terminals, and logistics partners according to product, volume, origin, destination, and schedule.
Bulk vesselsContainersTanker trucksISO tanksPort-to-portMultimodal
Discuss logistics requirements →Sample Quality Documentation
Reference values for current bitumen inquiries.
60/70Analytical Test Results
Bitumen Penetration Grade 60/70
Crude Link-branded laboratory evaluation summary presenting penetration, softening point, flash point, solubility, ductility, heating-loss, and related results.
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50/70Quality Specification Summary
Bitumen Penetration Grade 50/70
Indicative commercial quality profile based on supporting test values supplied for the offered material, including reference ranges and ASTM methods.
Open full PDF →These documents are provided as reference material for preliminary commercial discussion. They do not replace transaction-specific manufacturer, laboratory, or inspection certificates. Final product specification, document issuer, origin, inspection, and acceptance criteria are confirmed in the applicable quotation and contract.
How We Work
A structured approach to international trade.
Inquiry
We review the product, specification, quantity, packaging, destination, and schedule.
Quotation
We prepare a structured commercial proposal with clear terms and validity.
Review
Both parties align on technical, commercial, documentation, and inspection requirements.
Agreement
The transaction proceeds under mutually accepted contractual documentation.
Shipment
Allocation, documents, freight, booking, and customer updates are coordinated.
Support
We remain available for delivery follow-up and future procurement planning.
Global Markets
Based in Erbil.
Connected across key trade corridors.
Crude Link develops supply opportunities for bitumen, asphalt materials, Fuel Oil, Vacuum Residue, and Sulfur across Iraq and selected international markets.
IraqKurdistan RegionUnited Arab EmiratesEuropeAsia
View supply coverage across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region →Bitumen supply and export services in Erbil →
Buyer Resources
Useful guidance for a better-prepared inquiry.
01
RFQ Preparation Guide
The technical, commercial, logistics, and documentation details that make an inquiry actionable.
02Export Documentation
An overview of commercial, quality, origin, quantity, packing, inspection, and transport records.
03Inspection & Testing
How specifications, test methods, sampling, quantity verification, and acceptance may be aligned.
04Packaging Solutions
Commercial considerations for drums, jumbo bags, smaller bags, tankers, ISO tanks, and bulk cargo.
05Commercial Process
From initial inquiry and quotation through agreement, shipment coordination, and follow-up.
06Buyer FAQs
Practical answers about products, specifications, origins, inspection, documents, and quotations.
Buyer Information
Practical answers before you request a quotation.
Every transaction is reviewed individually. These answers explain the usual inquiry process without replacing the terms of a formal quotation or contract.
What information should an RFQ include?
Provide the product and specification, quantity, preferred packaging, destination, requested Incoterm, target shipment or delivery period, intended application, and any inspection or documentation requirements.
Are product specifications and origins fixed?
No. Availability, origin, allocation, specification, packaging, and schedule depend on the confirmed supply opportunity. The applicable details are stated in the quotation and contract.
Which commercial documents may be available?
The agreed document set may include a commercial invoice, packing list, Certificate of Origin, quality certificate or Certificate of Analysis, quantity or weight documentation, and transport documents.
Can independent inspection be arranged?
Independent inspection may be coordinated when the inspection company, scope, location, timing, acceptance criteria, and cost allocation are mutually agreed.
Which Incoterms can be considered?
EXW, FCA, FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP may be considered where commercially and operationally suitable. The final delivery basis is confirmed for each transaction.
How quickly will Crude Link respond?
The commercial team aims to acknowledge inquiries promptly and normally responds within one business day, although a complete quotation may require additional technical or supply confirmation.
Request for Quotation
Let's discuss your supply requirements.
Share the essential commercial details. Our team will review your inquiry and contact you if additional technical or contractual information is required.