BS EN 1871:2020 Thermoplastic Road Marking Paint | Factory Supply, OEM & Distributors
BS EN 1871:2020 is the European (and adopted British) standard that specifies laboratory test methods for the physical properties of road marking materials including white/yellow paints, thermoplastic (hot-melt) and cold-plastic materials, with or without premix glass beads; it replaces earlier versions and consolidates test methods used by procurement authorities and laboratories.
Market relevance: procurement & tender impact
Many public tenders and national procurement specifications now reference EN 1871:2020 (or national adoptions) to ensure consistent, testable performance of thermoplastic pavement markings; suppliers who can demonstrate compliance and provide test reports are therefore more competitive in EU and internationally-aligned tenders.
Key physical properties covered (summary)
The standard covers laboratory methods for properties such as melting characteristics, softening temperature, density, abrasion resistance, binder content, glass bead retention (if premixed), and other physical attributes that influence field performance and longevity of thermoplastic road markings.
What buyers should request from suppliers
When purchasing thermoplastic paint for pavement marking, require: certified test reports referencing BS EN 1871:2020 clauses used, batch traceability, glass bead conformity (where premix used), and a pilot-sample validation under local plate/traffic/winter conditions. Suppliers offering documented EN 1871 test data reduce procurement risk and ease acceptance testing.
Distributor & commercial policy — ship first, friendly credit terms
We invite distributors and regional partners to join our network under a partner-friendly policy: initial ship-first shipments for qualified partners, tailored credit terms aligning with tender payment cycles, technical/datasheet support, and priority allocation for project windows. This policy helps partners meet urgent tender timelines while managing cashflow.
Joint-venture & local production opportunities
For regions with high infrastructure volume, we seek JV partners to establish local or regional thermoplastic blending and bagging facilities. JV partners receive formula transfer, production training, equipment sourcing assistance, and quality-control procedures aligned with BS EN 1871:2020 to facilitate local tender competitiveness and lower landed cost.
OEM & private-label services
OEM services include private-label packaging, formula tuning for climate (cold-region / temperate / hot climates), bead premix customization, and bespoke bag sizes. We support sample production and laboratory testing according to EN 1871:2020 so your brand can present compliant technical documentation to buyers.
Factory price & supply details (typical, FOB factory)
| Product | Thermoplastic (Hot-Melt) Pavement Marking Paint |
| Standards / Compliance | BS EN 1871:2020 test methods (test reports available on request) |
| Price Range (FOB) | USD 270 – 700 per ton (depends on resin content, bead premix, certification, and order volume) |
| Typical MOQ | 1 × 20ft container (≈18–20 tons); pilot/sample batches negotiable |
| Packaging | 25 kg / 30 kg meltable bags; bulk bags and OEM-labeled options |
| Annual Supply Capacity | Scalable; factory baseline 50,000–70,000+ tons per year; expandable with JV |
| Lead Time | 7–21 days after order confirmation / credit approval |
| Testing & Documentation | Batch-level EN 1871 test reports, MSDS, and QA certificates available for tender submission |
Applications and suitability
EN 1871-compliant thermoplastic paint is ideal for highways, urban roads, airports, parking areas and other high-wear zones where longevity, retro-reflectivity (with beads), and resistance to weather and maintenance traffic are required.
How to evaluate supplier claims
Ask suppliers for: (1) the specific EN 1871:2020 clauses their test reports reference; (2) recent laboratory reports with batch numbers; (3) evidence of glass bead premix retention testing if applicable; and (4) references from past projects where EN 1871-style testing was used for acceptance.
Why choose an EN 1871:2020-backed supplier
Suppliers who provide transparent EN 1871 test data reduce procurement risk, speed up technical evaluation in tenders, and improve confidence in long-term performance — especially for government and large-scale infrastructure contracts.
Call to action
For BS EN 1871:2020-compliant thermoplastic pavement marking paint, OEM supply, distributor terms, or JV discussions—contact us with your tender or project details. We supply test reports, samples, and commercial proposals tailored to EN 1871 requirements to help you win and deliver projects.
