Steel Rebar Export to Panama — B500B from Germany
Supplying DIN 488 / EN 10080 compliant reinforcing steel to Panama’s construction and infrastructure market — with full export documentation to Balboa and Colón ports.
Rebar Panama: German-Standard Reinforcing Steel for a Strategic Market
Panama’s position as a regional logistics and finance hub — anchored by the Panama Canal — drives continuous construction activity: port expansions, high-rise towers in Panama City, logistics parks, infrastructure upgrades, and residential developments. The country’s construction standards reference ASTM A615 (American standard for deformed carbon-steel bars, Grade 60) as the primary reinforcing steel specification.
German-origin B500B to EN 10080 / DIN 488 is not formally certified under ASTM A615, and we do not claim that designation. However, both B500B and ASTM A615 Grade 60 specify deformed surface geometry for concrete bond, high-ductility elongation, and a minimum yield strength in the 500 MPa range (Grade 60 nominally 414 MPa minimum, with typical mill production at 500 MPa+). International project buyers and engineers assessing the two standards will find the mechanical performance closely comparable. Projects under Eurocode 2 or EN 10080-referencing specifications can source directly; others should obtain project engineer confirmation before substituting.
Products for Export to Panama
- B500B deformed bars — 8–40 mm diameter, 6 m and 12 m standard lengths, ~2 t seaworthy bundles
- B500A coils — 6–16 mm, hot- or cold-rolled, for automated processing
- Reinforcing mesh — DIN 488-4 standard panels (Q/R types) and bespoke
- Mechanical couplers — parallel-thread, 12–40 mm diameter
- Cut-and-bend — to DIN 488 or BS 8666 shape codes
B500B Reference Data — Weight and Cross-Section
| 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 |
Ports & Logistics: Shipping Rebar to Panama
Panama’s dual-coast access makes it one of the most logistically efficient destinations in the Americas.
Port Balboa & Port Colón
Panama has two major deep-water port complexes: Balboa on the Pacific side and Colón (including Manzanillo International Terminal) on the Atlantic side. European origin cargo typically routes via Colón or via transshipment through Caribbean hubs.
Export Documentation
Shipments include: EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate, Certificate of Origin (Germany/EU), commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and HS code documentation (7214/7213 for bars and coils).
Containerised Packing
Steel-strapped bundles (~2 t each) load into 20 ft or 40 ft containers. Full container loads (FCL) and groupage (LCL) options available depending on order volume. Seaworthy packaging suitable for tropical maritime transit.
Why Source Rebar from Germany for Panama Projects?
Full Traceability
EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates link every bundle to the producing mill’s heat number — supporting quality audits, project records, and insurance requirements.
Wide Diameter Range
8 mm through 40 mm in a single source — covering column ties, foundation bars, beam reinforcement, and heavy structural elements.
Coupler Technology
Parallel-thread mechanical couplers eliminate congested lap zones in dense high-rise or bridge column reinforcement cages.
Export Experience
German rebar is routinely shipped to construction projects across Latin America, the Caribbean, and beyond — with documentation packages designed for international customs clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions — Rebar Export to Panama
Is B500B rebar approved for use under ASTM A615 in Panama?
Which port does rebar typically arrive at in Panama?
What documentation is included with a shipment?
What is the transit time from Germany to Panama?
Can you supply rebar cut and bent to shape codes?
Source German-standard rebar with full export documentation
Tell us your specification and destination port — we’ll respond with a detailed quotation for Panama delivery.
