Steel Prices from China to Africa (April 2026) – Reliable Supply & Competitive Offers
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China Steel Supplier to Africa | HRC, Rebar & Billet Prices April 2026 | ITG Metals
If you are importing steel into Africa, understanding the latest price trends from China can help you secure better deals and stay ahead of competitors. Based on the newest April 2026 market data, China continues to be the top supplier of steel products to Africa, offering competitive pricing, stable supply, and flexible export terms.
At ITG Metals, we help African buyers source high-quality steel directly from trusted Chinese mills.
🌍 Why African Buyers Choose China for Steel
China remains the preferred sourcing destination for many African countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and Tanzania because of:
Competitive FOB, CFR, and CIF pricing
Large production capacity (fast order fulfillment)
Wide product range (HRC, rebar, billets, GI, wire rod)
Flexible specifications and customization
🔹 Latest China Steel Export Deals (April 2026)
Recent transactions show strong export flows from China to global markets:
HRC SAE1006 → $535/t CFR
HRC Q235 → $495/t FOB
HRC Q195 → $500/t CFR
Pickled & Oiled HRC (1mm) → $575/t CFR
👉 These price levels are highly relevant for African importers, especially for bulk infrastructure and construction projects.
🔹 Current Steel Price Levels (Key Products)
Hot Rolled Coil (HRC)
China FOB: ~$499/t (+3 increase)
Vietnam CFR (reference market): ~$605/t
Steel Billet
China EXW: ~$440/t equivalent
Rebar
Export levels: ~$600/t range
Wire Rod
China FOB: ~$500/t
📊 Prices remain stable, with slight upward momentum in flat products like HRC.
🔹 Raw Material Trends (Impacting Steel Prices)
Iron Ore (62% Fe CFR China): ~$106/t
Coking Coal (Australia FOB): ~$231/t
📉 Falling raw material costs may create opportunities for better steel offers in the near term.
🚢 What This Means for African Importers
✔ Stable pricing makes it a good time to secure contracts✔ China offers better availability than many alternative suppliers✔ Bulk orders (10,000–50,000 tons) get the best pricing✔ Flexible shipping to major African ports (Djibouti, Lagos, Mombasa, Durban, Tema)
🔹 Our Steel Supply to Africa
At ITG Metals, we supply:
Hot Rolled Coil (HRC)
Cold Rolled Steel (CRC)
Galvanized Steel (GI)
Steel Billets
Rebar & Wire Rod
We work directly with Chinese mills to ensure:
Competitive pricing
Reliable quality
On-time delivery
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