Steel Rebar Export to Tunisia
German B500B reinforcing steel to EN 10080 — technically comparable to Tunisia’s NT standard — supplied with EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate, Certificate of Origin, and seaworthy packing to Radès and Sfax.
Rebar Tunisia: Construction Market and Import Context
Tunisia occupies a strategic position in North Africa, with a construction sector supported by government investment in infrastructure, social housing, tourism facilities, and industrial zones. Major port infrastructure at Radès (Tunis) and Sfax provides good connectivity to Mediterranean shipping lanes, making the country accessible for European rebar exporters. International project developers and Tunisian importers sourcing steel look to European suppliers when documented quality and traceable EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates are specified.
Tunisia’s reinforcing steel standardisation references the NT (Norme Tunisienne) series for construction materials, aligned with EN 10080 principles. Our B500B, produced and tested to EN 10080, is technically comparable in mechanical properties to the Tunisian B500B designation. We do not claim formal NT type-approval; buyers should confirm project acceptance with their engineer of record before ordering.
B500B Product Specification
Hot-rolled deformed B500B bar — the standard high-ductility reinforcing grade for structural concrete work:
- Characteristic yield strength Re,k: 500 MPa minimum
- Strength ratio k (Rm/Re): ≥ 1.08
- Uniform elongation at maximum force Agt: ≥ 5.0 %
- Transverse rib geometry per DIN 488 / EN 10080
Diameter, Weight, and Section Reference
| Diameter (mm) | Weight (kg/m) | Cross-section (mm²) |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | 0.395 | 50.3 |
| 10 | 0.617 | 78.5 |
| 12 | 0.888 | 113 |
| 16 | 1.58 | 201 |
| 20 | 2.47 | 314 |
| 25 | 3.85 | 491 |
| 32 | 6.31 | 804 |
Standard stock lengths 6–18 m; cut-and-bent to project drawings available on request. B500B product details →
Shipping to Tunisia — Radès and Sfax
Mediterranean routing gives Tunisia strong connectivity to northern European load ports.
Port of Radès (Tunis)
The principal commercial port serving the Greater Tunis region and central Tunisia. Well-equipped for container and general cargo, with good inland road and rail connections.
Port of Sfax
Tunisia’s second-largest port, serving central and southern Tunisia. Useful for projects in the Sfax industrial zone and the interior south. Regular Mediterranean feeder services operate from major hubs.
Shipping Mode
Containerised (20 ft / 40 ft) for smaller parcels and mixed loads. Break-bulk for large-volume project deliveries, especially long-bar formats (12–18 m). Seaworthy strapping and wrapping arranged to Mediterranean standards.
Export Documentation for Tunisian Customs
Every shipment is accompanied by a complete export document set:
- EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate — heat-traceable, manufacturer-inspector certified, covering chemical and mechanical test results per bundle marking.
- Certificate of Origin — issued by a German Chamber of Commerce. Potentially relevant to Tunisia’s Association Agreement with the EU on preferential import tariffs — consult your customs broker.
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List — with HS codes (7214.20 straight bar; 7213.10 coil), bundle identifiers, weights, and dimensions.
- Bill of Lading / Sea Waybill — coordinated through Mediterranean shipping partners with Radès and Sfax port experience.
- Declaration of Performance (DoP) — for CE-marked EN 10080 product where required by specification.
Export & Delivery overview →
Advantages of German Rebar for Tunisia Projects
European Mill Origin
Consistent hot-rolled B500B from German and EU mills — reliable chemistry, rib pattern, and dimensional tolerances across all deliveries.
Audit-Ready MTC
Heat-numbered 3.1 Certificates allow full traceability from bar to melt — essential for IFI-financed and internationally audited Tunisian projects.
Mediterranean Proximity
Short sailing distances from northern European or Mediterranean load ports to Radès and Sfax reduce transit time compared to more distant origins.
Flexible Supply
Straight bar 8–40 mm, coil 6–16 mm, cut-and-bent, mesh. Full range to cover any Tunisian project bill of quantities.
How to Order
Submit Specification
Send diameter schedule, tonnage, lengths, and destination port (Radès or Sfax) together with any engineer’s standard reference.
Receive Quotation
We issue pricing (EXW / FOB / CIF), lead time, incoterms options, and the full document list — typically within two business days.
Confirm Order
On agreed terms we raise an order confirmation, allocate mill production or warehouse stock, and co-ordinate third-party inspection if required.
Dispatch & Handover
Seaworthy bundles loaded; full document set (MTC, CO, packing list, B/L) dispatched to buyer on sail date.
Frequently Asked Questions — Rebar Tunisia
Is B500B to EN 10080 comparable to the Tunisian NT reinforcing steel standard?
What are the main ports for rebar import into Tunisia?
Does the EU–Tunisia Association Agreement provide tariff preferences on German rebar?
Can you supply rebar cut and bent for Tunisian projects?
How do you pack rebar for Mediterranean export?
Source German-standard rebar with full export documentation
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