Live Scrap Rates in Chennai
Market Insight
Today, the Iron scrap price in Chennai is ₹38.92/kg.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹102.31 |
| Aluminum | ₹160.22 |
| Brass | ₹448.82 |
| Car Battery | ₹69.31 |
| Car Body | ₹29.14 |
| Cardboard | ₹8.60 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1258.00 |
| Copper | ₹651.57 |
| E-Waste | ₹47.60 |
| Iron | ₹38.92 |
| Newspaper | ₹15.54 |
| Plastic | ₹13.33 |
| Radiator | ₹195.90 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹136.27 |
| Tin | ₹19.28 |
Verified Buyers in Chennai
Plot No.8, KGL Nagar, Thanigai Nagar, Edayanchavadi, New Manali, Chennai - 600 103.
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No. 12, G.S.T Road, Guindy, Chennai - 600032
Sri Sai Scrap Buyers
45, Velachery Main Road, Velachery, Chennai - 600042
Modern Recycling Co.
88, Mount Road, Nandanam, Chennai - 600035
Annai Scrap Mart
No. 5, Red Hills Road, Ambattur, Chennai - 600053
Balu Metal Scrap
22, Arcot Road, Kodambakkam, Chennai - 600024
Global Waste Management
Plot No. 10, SIPCOT, Oragadam, Chennai - 602105
City Scrap Buyers
15, Poonamallee High Road, Koyambedu, Chennai - 600107
Jaya Recycling Solutions
No. 3, ECR Road, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai - 600041
Sakthi Scrap Traders
12, OMR, Navalur, Chennai - 600130
Metro Metal Buyers
No. 9, Anna Salai, Saidapet, Chennai - 600015
About the Scrap Market in Chennai
Chennai, Tamil Nadu's capital and a major port city, is the hub of South India's scrap metal trade. The city's automobile manufacturing corridor — home to Hyundai, Ford, Renault, and numerous auto ancillaries — generates enormous industrial scrap. Chennai Port and Ennore Port facilitate significant scrap metal imports, while industrial zones in Ambattur, Guindy, and Sriperumbudur drive recycling demand.
Automotive-grade steel and iron scrap are Chennai's forte, reflecting the city's status as India's Detroit. Copper from electrical and electronics manufacturing, aluminum from the auto parts industry, and growing volumes of e-waste from the IT corridor along OMR are actively traded. Chennai's scrap prices are typically 3-5% above the Tamil Nadu average, benefiting from strong port-driven export demand.
Major scrap markets in Chennai are concentrated around Sowcarpet, Royapuram, and the Ambattur industrial area. Dealers generally offer free pickup for 20 kg and above. Cash-on-pickup is standard for household quantities, while industrial sellers often work on weekly payment cycles. Getting quotes from both local kabadiwalas and industrial recyclers can yield significantly different prices — especially for copper and aluminum.
Frequently Asked Questions — Chennai Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Chennai?
Today's scrap rates in Chennai, Tamil Nadu are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹38.92/kg, Copper at ₹651.57/kg, and Aluminum at ₹160.22/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Chennai?
To sell scrap in Chennai, 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 Chennai?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Chennai, 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 Chennai offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Chennai 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 Chennai?
Scrap metal prices in Chennai 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 Chennai.
Disclaimer: All scrap prices displayed on this page are indicative market rates provided for informational purposes only. Actual transaction prices in Chennai 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 Chennai
AC Compressor
₹102.31/kg
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Aluminum
₹160.22/kg
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Brass
₹448.82/kg
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Car Battery
₹69.31/kg
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Car Body
₹29.14/kg
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Cardboard
₹8.60/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1258.00/kg
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Copper
₹651.57/kg
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E-Waste
₹47.60/kg
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Iron
₹38.92/kg
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Newspaper
₹15.54/kg
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Plastic
₹13.33/kg
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Radiator
₹195.90/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹136.27/kg
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Tin
₹19.28/kg
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