Here’s a detailed table of cement types (brands and their products) available in the Indian market, categorized by their suitability and limitations for different construction purposes.
| Brand | Product Name | Suitable For | Not Suitable For | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UltraTech | UltraTech OPC 43 | Residential & commercial buildings, RCC structures | High-rise buildings, marine works | Standard quality, good strength |
| UltraTech OPC 53 | Bridges, high-rise buildings, precast concrete | Plastering, masonry work | High strength, fast setting | |
| UltraTech PPC | Plastering, brickwork, mass concrete, dams | High-strength structures | Improved workability, eco-friendly | |
| UltraTech Super Cement | Residential & commercial structures | High-rise buildings | Enhanced durability, better cohesion | |
| ACC | ACC Gold Water Shield | Water-prone structures, foundations | High-rise buildings | Best for waterproofing needs |
| ACC Suraksha Power | Small-scale construction, rural housing | Heavy-duty structures | Affordable, good for basic structures | |
| ACC F2R | Brick masonry, plastering | Heavy load-bearing structures | Finely blended for smooth finishing | |
| Ambuja | Ambuja Plus Roof Special | Roofing, slabs, beams | Large dams, bridges | Superior heat resistance, crack-free roofs |
| Ambuja Compocem | Foundations, marine works | Quick setting applications | Blended with slag for durability | |
| Shree Cement | Bangur Powermax | Bridges, highways, large structures | Small-scale work | Superior strength and early setting |
| Bangur Magna | Industrial, commercial projects | Decorative work | High compressive strength | |
| Dalmia | Dalmia DSP | Dams, coastal structures, RCC | Decorative finishing | Anti-corrosion, sulfate resistant |
| Dalmia PPC | Housing, mass construction | Heavy industrial structures | Environment-friendly and economical | |
| JK Cement | JK Super OPC 53 | High-strength concrete, roads | Masonry, plastering | High performance for load-bearing |
| JK Super Strong Cement | Large infrastructure projects | Decorative interior work | Enhanced durability, strength | |
| Birla Cement | Birla A1 Premium Cement | Multi-purpose, housing, commercial | Heavy industrial construction | Uniform consistency, crack resistance |
| Mycem | Mycem Primo | General residential & commercial structures | High-rise buildings, bridges | Durable with good setting time |
| Ramco Cement | Ramco Supercrete | Roads, bridges, metro projects | Small house construction | High-strength, self-curing |
| Ramco OPC 43 & 53 | General construction, precast concrete | Not ideal for marine exposure | Reliable and widely used |
Key Takeaways:
- OPC 53: Best for high-strength structures (bridges, skyscrapers).
- OPC 43: Ideal for residential & commercial buildings.
- PPC (Portland Pozzolana Cement): Best for masonry, plastering, and water resistance.
- Blended Cement (Slag, Composite): Used in coastal, industrial, and large-scale projects for durability.
