| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Steel Bars for Construction | Hot-rolled deformed and plain steel bars used in reinforced concrete structures |
| Material Grade | HRB400 / HRB500 / SD400 / Grade 60 | International equivalents: ASTM A615 Gr.60, EN 10080 B500B, JIS G3112 SD400, GB/T 1499.2 HRB400 |
| Standard Compliance | ASTM A615 / EN 10080 / JIS G3112 / GB/T 1499.2 | Meets major international construction and structural reinforcement standards |
| Chemical Composition – C | ≤ 0.25% | Carbon content controlled to ensure weldability and ductility |
| Chemical Composition – Mn | 0.60% – 1.60% | Manganese enhances strength and hardenability |
| Chemical Composition – Si | 0.10% – 0.80% | Silicon improves deoxidation and strength |
| Chemical Composition – P & S | P ≤ 0.045%, S ≤ 0.045% | Low phosphorus and sulfur minimize brittleness and hot-shortness |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 570 MPa (HRB400) / ≥ 630 MPa (HRB500) | Per GB/T 1499.2; ASTM A615 Gr.60: ≥ 620 MPa; EN B500B: ≥ 540 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥ 400 MPa (HRB400) / ≥ 500 MPa (HRB500) | ASTM A615 Gr.60: ≥ 420 MPa; EN B500B: ≥ 500 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 16% (HRB400) / ≥ 15% (HRB500) | Minimum elongation at fracture ensuring structural ductility per GB/T 1499.2 |
| Diameter Range | 6 mm – 50 mm | Common sizes: Φ6, Φ8, Φ10, Φ12, Φ16, Φ20, Φ25, Φ32, Φ40, Φ50 mm |
| Length | 6 m / 9 m / 12 m (customizable) | Standard mill lengths; custom cutting available upon request |
| Surface Finish | Deformed (ribbed) / Plain round | Deformed bars provide superior bond strength with concrete; plain bars for stirrups and ties |
| Application | Reinforced concrete, bridges, high-rise buildings, tunnels, foundations | Widely used in civil engineering, infrastructure, and residential construction projects |
| Certification | ISO 9001, CE Marking, BIS, SGS, Mill Test Certificate (MTC) | Third-party inspection and material traceability documentation available |
| Packaging | Bundled in 2–5 MT bundles, steel-strapped | Seaworthy packing available; bare or with waterproof wrapping per buyer requirement |
| MOQ | 25 MT per size | Mixed container orders accepted; bulk shipment negotiable for large projects |
We ordered 50 tons of 19 mm ASTM A615 Grade 60 rebar for a commercial slab project in Atlanta. The bars themselves tested correctly – yield at 430 MPa, elongation at 10% – and concrete bond performance on site has been good. However, the initial shipment documentation included MTRs referencing a different heat number than the bundles received, which flagged in our QC review and stalled acceptance for three days. After escalating, the supplier issued corrected documentation within 24 hours and clarified the administrative error. Issue fully resolved, but it added stress to our schedule. Quality control on paperwork should match the material quality.


