Rebar price in Cameroon: 8, 10 and 12 mm
In Cameroon, rebar (reinforcing steel) costs from 825 FCFA / kg (indicative supply price, excluding transport and installation), according to the SangoImmo costing catalog.
| Material | Unit | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Rebar Ø8 (stirrups) | kg | 900 FCFA |
| Rebar Ø10 | kg | 850 FCFA |
| Rebar Ø12 | kg | 825 FCFA |
Indicative 2026 prices in FCFA, excluding transport and installation, as used by default in the SangoImmo costing engine. Real prices vary by supplier, city and quantity — in the app you can adjust every unit price to your local suppliers.
The price in the unit you actually buy
| Diameter | Per kg | Bar weight | Per bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebar Ø8 (stirrups) | 900 FCFA | 4.7 kg | 4 275 FCFA |
| Rebar Ø10 | 850 FCFA | 7.4 kg | 6 300 FCFA |
| Rebar Ø12 | 825 FCFA | 10.7 kg | 8 800 FCFA |
Bars are sold in 12 m lengths. The bar price is the catalogue price per kg multiplied by the bar's own weight (standard linear mass: Ø8 0.395, Ø10 0.617, Ø12 0.888 kg/m) — check it against the merchant's quote per tonne, which is usually cheaper.
What it is used for
Rebar (reinforcing steel) carries tension in reinforced concrete: footings, columns, ring beams and lintels. Count about 90 kg of steel per m³ of reinforced concrete for common load-bearing elements.
Quantities, brands and buying tips
Which diameter for which use?
| Diameter | Common use | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Ø8 | Stirrups, links, mesh | 0.40 kg/m |
| Ø10 | Ring beams, common columns | 0.62 kg/m |
| Ø12 | Load-bearing columns, ground beams | 0.89 kg/m |
Count about 90 kg of steel per m³ of reinforced concrete for common load-bearing elements. Bars are sold in 12 m lengths.
Brands and grades
Local steel Prometal and Ferpac are available, plus imported steel (Turkey, Ukraine). Prefer a FeE400 or 500 grade (high bond) and a consistent diameter.
Buying tips
- Buy by the tonne on larger sites: the per-kilo price drops markedly.
- Check the actual diameter (under-sized "light" bars exist) and the grade.
- Reject deeply rusted steel (flaking rust).
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the price of rebar (reinforcing steel) in Cameroon in 2026?
- Rebar Ø8 (stirrups): 900 FCFA / kg ; Rebar Ø10: 850 FCFA / kg ; Rebar Ø12: 825 FCFA / kg. Indicative prices excluding transport and installation, used by default in the SangoImmo estimator.
- Do these prices include installation and transport?
- No. These are indicative supply prices. Transport (often significant by distance) and installation labour are added. SangoImmo applies labour of about 35% of materials cost in its quotes.
- How do I work out the quantity I need?
- SangoImmo computes quantities automatically from your plan (areas, wall lengths, roof) and multiplies them by your prices. You can adjust each unit price to your local suppliers. Free and offline.
Sources and references
- Figures: SangoImmo costing engine, 2026 materials catalogue — see the full methodology. Open data, CC BY 4.0.
- National statistics and price indices for Cameroon: Institut National de la Statistique du Cameroun (INS).
- Housing policy and building permits: Ministère de l'Habitat et du Développement Urbain (MINHDU).
- Compliance rules checked by the app: SANS 10400 (building regulations), French NF DTU codes of practice, CEMAC-region practice.
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