Steel Rebar Export to Pakistan

Rebar Pakistan: Construction Sector and Import Demand

Pakistan is one of South Asia’s largest construction markets, with significant ongoing demand for reinforcing steel driven by residential housing, infrastructure programmes, CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) projects, industrial development, and commercial real estate. Total steel consumption in Pakistan runs into several million tonnes annually, with rebar forming the largest product category.

While Pakistan has a domestic steel industry, import demand for certified, high-quality rebar — particularly for internationally funded projects requiring full documentation — remains substantial. The two main cargo ports, Karachi (KPT) and Port Qasim, both have established facilities for handling steel in containers and break-bulk.

Standard Comparability: EN 10080 B500B vs PS 1879 / BS 4449 Grade 500

Pakistan references both PS 1879 (the Pakistan Standard for high-strength deformed bars) and BS 4449, the British Standard. Both define a Grade 500 deformed bar with the following core mechanical parameters:

The mechanical performance of EN 10080 B500B is technically comparable to BS 4449 / PS 1879 Grade B500B. We do not claim formal PS 1879 or Pakistani statutory approval; buyers and their structural engineers should confirm acceptability with the relevant authority prior to procurement.

Available Diameters and Weights

• 8 mm — 0.395 kg/m, 50.3 mm² — stirrups, light mesh
• 10 mm — 0.617 kg/m, 78.5 mm² — slabs, walls
• 12 mm — 0.888 kg/m, 113 mm² — beams, slabs
• 16 mm — 1.58 kg/m, 201 mm² — columns, piles
• 20 mm — 2.47 kg/m, 314 mm² — heavy columns, footings
• 25 mm — 3.85 kg/m, 491 mm² — bridge decks, transfer beams
• 32 mm — 6.31 kg/m, 804 mm² — large structural sections
• 40 mm — 9.86 kg/m, 1257 mm² — mass concrete, deep piling caps

Stock lengths 6 m and 12 m. Cut-and-bend to DIN 488 shape codes available. See the complete B500B product page for full specification.

Shipping to Karachi and Port Qasim

Both Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Port Muhammad Bin Qasim handle steel imports efficiently, with established customs procedures for bulk and containerised cargo. Regular container services operate from Hamburg and other North European ports to Karachi/Port Qasim via the Suez Canal, with transit times typically in the range of 20–28 days depending on service and vessel calls.

We ship in 20 ft and 40 ft containers, with rebar in seaworthy bundles of approximately 2 tonnes, strapped, tagged, and heat-marked. For large project tonnages, break-bulk options can be discussed. The HS code for ribbed reinforcing bar is typically 7214.20; local customs classification should be confirmed with your Pakistan customs agent.

Export Documentation Package

• EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate — heat-traceable, third-party inspected
• Certificate of Origin — Germany / EU (Form A or standard CO as required)
• Commercial Invoice and Packing List
• Bill of Lading
• CE Declaration of Performance (available on request)

Review our full documentation approach at Export & Delivery and Standards & Certification.