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Adhesion agents (M13)

Published: | Category: Construction , Chipsealing , Specifications | Audiences: Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors

M13 specification for adhesion agents (version 2) sets out the requirements for the testing and use of adhesion (anti-stripping) agents in cutback bitumen used for chip sealing.

The areas covered by the specification include:

  • processes for approval
  • requirements for testing.

M13: 2025 specification replaces the version issued in 1989.

Publication details

  • Author:
  • Published: June 2025
  • Reference: NZTA M13
  • Contact: pavements@nzta.govt.nz
  • Conditions: This specification is mandatory for state highways and recommended for local roads.
  • Also known as: M/13