Steel Rebar Export to Myanmar
German-quality B500B reinforcing steel to EN 10080 — technically comparable to BS 4449 Grade 500 used across Myanmar’s construction sector. Full export documentation, seaworthy packaging, containerised and break-bulk shipment via Yangon.
Rebar Myanmar: Why Specify German B500B
Myanmar’s construction industry predominantly references BS 4449 for reinforcing steel, specifying Grade 500 with characteristic yield strength of 500 MPa and defined ductility. German B500B produced to EN 10080 shares the same 500 MPa minimum yield stress and is hot-rolled with ribbed surface geometry that delivers reliable bond performance. The strain-hardening ratio (k = ft/fy ≥ 1.08) and uniform elongation at maximum force (Agt ≥ 5.0%) meet or exceed the mechanical property profile of BS 4449 Grade 500B bars.
It is important to note that B500B is certified under European standards and carries CE marking under EN 10080; it is not formally certified to BS 4449, and buyers should confirm with their structural engineer and local authority that the equivalent European grade is accepted for their specific project. Technical comparability does not constitute formal local approval. With that clarification, German B500B is routinely accepted on internationally financed infrastructure and commercial projects where the engineering specification allows EN 10080 or equivalent.
Key Mechanical Properties — B500B vs BS 4449 Grade 500B
| Property | B500B (EN 10080) | BS 4449 Gr 500B |
|---|---|---|
| Min. yield strength (fyk) | 500 MPa | 500 MPa |
| Strain-hardening ratio k | ≥ 1.08 | ≥ 1.08 |
| Uniform elongation Agt | ≥ 5.0% | ≥ 5.0% |
| Surface profile | Ribbed (hot-rolled) | Ribbed (hot-rolled) |
| Weldability standard | DIN EN ISO 17660 | BS EN ISO 17660 |
Available Dimensions & Section Data
Hot-rolled B500B bars available from 8 mm to 40 mm diameter, standard lengths 6–18 m (12 m most common). Weight per metre calculated as d²(mm) × 0.00617.
| 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 |
| 40 | 9.86 | 1257 |
Cut-and-bend schedules to DIN 488 shape codes are available on request, reducing site waste and accelerating fixing programmes for foundations, columns, beams and slabs.
Shipping to Yangon: Container & Break-Bulk Options
Myanmar’s principal import gateway is Yangon Port (Thilawa Container Terminal and the conventional wharves). We accommodate both containerised and break-bulk shipments depending on order volume and bar length.
20ft & 40ft Container
Bars up to 12 m length load into 40ft HC containers in bundled form. Typical bundle weight ~2 t, strapped and tagged. Suitable for smaller programme releases or mixed-diameter orders.
Break-Bulk / Ro-Ro
Larger tonnages and 14–18 m bars ship break-bulk via European feeder to transshipment hub (Singapore or Port Klang), then onward to Yangon. Seaworthy bundles wrapped in woven PP sheeting.
Transit Time
Hamburg or Bremerhaven to Yangon typically 18–28 days depending on routing and transshipment schedule. Exact vessel booking and ETA provided at order confirmation stage.
Export Documentation Package
Every Myanmar shipment is supplied with a complete documentation set to satisfy customs, port authority and project requirements.
EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate
Third-party validated certificate from the producing mill confirming chemical composition, mechanical test results and heat/cast traceability for every batch supplied.
Certificate of Origin
EUR.1 or Chamber of Commerce Certificate of Origin confirming German manufacture — relevant for applicable duty preference schemes and project requirements.
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Detailed packing list per bundle/coil with HS code 7214.20 (deformed bars) or 7213.10 (coils in irregularly wound coils), aligned with Myanmar Customs Tariff Schedule.
CE Declaration of Performance
CE marking documentation under EN 10080 demonstrating conformity with EU Construction Products Regulation — supporting project specification compliance on internationally financed works.
Standards & Comparability: EN 10080 and BS 4449
Both EN 10080 (European) and BS 4449 (British, widely adopted across former Commonwealth markets including Myanmar) are performance-based reinforcing steel standards that define yield strength, ductility class and surface bond requirements. At the 500 MPa yield class and ductility class B, the mechanical targets are numerically identical. The main differences are administrative: designation system (B500B vs Grade 500B), testing frequency protocols, and the certification body overseeing the conformity declaration.
For projects that explicitly require BS 4449 certification, buyers should seek confirmation from the engineer of record that EN 10080 B500B with full MTC documentation is an acceptable substitute — this is commonly granted on infrastructure and commercial developments but requires formal sign-off. We provide all technical data sheets and MTC documentation needed to support that submission.
Related resources: Standards & Certification · B500B Product Page · Export & Delivery
Frequently Asked Questions — Rebar Export to Myanmar
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