Nghi Son Cement PCB40 is a premium Portland blended cement, produced by Nghi Son Cement Corporation – a joint venture between Vietnam National Cement Corporation and two leading Japanese groups: Taiheiyo Cement and Mitsubishi Materials. PCB40 is one of the most widely used cement types in Vietnam, trusted for both residential and large-scale construction projects.
Type: Portland Blended Cement (PCB40)
Weight: 50kg/bag
Compressive strength after 3 days (R3): ~24 MPa
Compressive strength after 28 days (R28): ~46 MPa
Setting time: Initial ~140 min, Final ~165 min
Fineness: Specific surface area ~4,292 cm²/g
Standards: TCVN 6260:2020, QCVN 16:2019/BXD, ASTM C1157 (Type GU), BS EN 197-1 (CEM II/A-M)
High strength – enhances durability and structural stability
Excellent workability – smooth, easy-to-apply mortar and concrete
Consistent quality – uniform performance throughout construction
Adapted to Vietnam’s climate – including cooler regions such as the Central Highlands
Versatile applications – suitable for foundations, beams, slabs, plastering, tiling, etc.
Residential housing and public works
Roads, bridges, and infrastructure projects
Foundations, structural concrete, and mortar works