| abstract |
Asphalt additive compositions are described which comprise (A) a metallic organic strength improving compound and (B) an anti-strip compound. The metal of said metallic organic compound is selected from the group consisting of manganese, cobalt, copper, vanadium, molybdenum, cerium, iron, nickel, lead, zirconium, barium, calcium and zinc. The preferred metal is manganese. The anti-strip compound is designed to reduce water-induced damage to asphalt paving mixtures. |