Live Scrap Rates in Adyar
Market Insight
Today, the Iron scrap price in Adyar is ₹37.99/kg.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹100.65 |
| Aluminum | ₹153.29 |
| Brass | ₹439.65 |
| Car Battery | ₹67.11 |
| Car Body | ₹27.21 |
| Cardboard | ₹8.16 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1218.22 |
| Copper | ₹627.53 |
| E-Waste | ₹46.40 |
| Iron | ₹37.99 |
| Newspaper | ₹14.86 |
| Plastic | ₹12.72 |
| Radiator | ₹184.98 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹132.29 |
| Tin | ₹18.31 |
Verified Buyers in Adyar
J.J Metal
Old No.27, New No.61, Second Main Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020, India
Sathish Waste Paper Mart
X7V3+74V, Indira Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020, India
Mahalakshmi Old Paper Mart
X7V7+C2Q, Beach Rd, Lakshmipuram, Radhakrishnan Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600041, India
Ponrani Waste Paper Mart
54/48, 28th Cross St., Indira Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020, India
About the Scrap Market in Adyar
Adyar, a town in Karnataka's Udupi district along the coastal belt, operates within a scrap market influenced by the region's fishing industry, tile manufacturing heritage, and brisk construction activity. Boat repairs, net-making equipment maintenance, and the replacement of old Mangalore tile roofs with concrete create distinctive scrap streams. The coastal climate accelerates metal corrosion, generating a steady replacement cycle for iron and steel fixtures in homes and commercial buildings.
Corrosion-affected marine-grade scrap including boat fittings, anchor chains, and hull plates trades at INR 20-25 per kilogram, somewhat below inland rates due to rust content. Clean construction steel and iron scrap fetches INR 24-29 per kilogram, while copper from marine electrical systems and household wiring commands INR 610-680 per kilogram. Stainless steel scrap from fish processing equipment is a notable local specialty at INR 65-85 per kilogram.
Coastal sellers should prioritize removing salt deposits and surface corrosion from scrap metal before selling, as buyers apply significant discounts for heavily oxidized material. The Udupi-Mangalore corridor hosts several established scrap dealers who offer pickup services for loads above 200 kg. Fishermen replacing boat equipment can often negotiate better rates by selling directly to marine hardware refurbishers rather than general scrap dealers.
Frequently Asked Questions — Adyar Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Adyar?
Today's scrap rates in Adyar, Karnataka are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹37.99/kg, Copper at ₹627.53/kg, and Aluminum at ₹153.29/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Adyar?
To sell scrap in Adyar, check the current rates above, then contact a verified dealer from our directory. Most dealers offer doorstep pickup for quantities above 10-20 kg. Sort your scrap by material type (metal, paper, plastic) for better rates. Ensure you get digital weighing and agree on the per-kg rate before handing over your material.
Which scrap material is most valuable in Adyar?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Adyar, trading at ₹550-750/kg depending on grade. This is followed by brass, stainless steel, aluminum (₹100-170/kg), and iron (₹24-36/kg). Even paper and plastic (₹8-16/kg) have meaningful value when sold in bulk.
Do scrap dealers in Adyar offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Adyar offer free doorstep pickup for scrap above a minimum quantity (usually 10-20 kg). Some dealers may charge a small pickup fee for very small quantities. Contact the dealers listed in our directory above for their specific pickup policies and minimum requirements.
When is the best time to sell scrap in Adyar?
Scrap metal prices in Adyar typically peak during October to March (construction season) and dip during the off-season months. If you can store your scrap safely, timing your sale to the peak season can earn you 10-20% more. Check scraprates.in daily to track price trends in Adyar.
Disclaimer: All scrap prices displayed on this page are indicative market rates provided for informational purposes only. Actual transaction prices in Adyar may vary based on material quality, quantity, and individual dealer policies. ScrapRates.in does not guarantee any specific price from any dealer. We recommend contacting multiple dealers and comparing quotes before making a selling decision.
Explore Scrap Rates by Material in Adyar
AC Compressor
₹100.65/kg
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Aluminum
₹153.29/kg
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Brass
₹439.65/kg
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Car Battery
₹67.11/kg
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Car Body
₹27.21/kg
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Cardboard
₹8.16/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1218.22/kg
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Copper
₹627.53/kg
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E-Waste
₹46.40/kg
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Iron
₹37.99/kg
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Newspaper
₹14.86/kg
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Plastic
₹12.72/kg
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Radiator
₹184.98/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹132.29/kg
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Tin
₹18.31/kg
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