Live Scrap Rates in Darjiling
Market Insight
Today, the Iron scrap price in Darjiling is ₹37.33/kg.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹97.82 |
| Aluminum | ₹149.09 |
| Brass | ₹427.56 |
| Car Battery | ₹66.06 |
| Car Body | ₹26.38 |
| Cardboard | ₹7.97 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1180.10 |
| Copper | ₹618.59 |
| E-Waste | ₹44.49 |
| Iron | ₹37.33 |
| Newspaper | ₹14.39 |
| Plastic | ₹12.25 |
| Radiator | ₹180.50 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹125.93 |
| Tin | ₹18.32 |
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About the Scrap Market in Darjiling
Darjiling (Darjeeling) in West Bengal is the famous hill station known for Darjeeling tea. Tea garden machinery, tourism infrastructure, and the historic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway generate distinctive scrap.
Tea processing equipment, heritage railway parts, and tourism infrastructure scrap are traded. Transportation challenges mean prices are 15-20% below Siliguri (80 km downhill).
Trading around Chowk Bazar and main market. Limited dealers due to terrain. Cash is standard.
Frequently Asked Questions — Darjiling Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Darjiling?
Today's scrap rates in Darjiling, West Bengal are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹37.33/kg, Copper at ₹618.59/kg, and Aluminum at ₹149.09/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Darjiling?
To sell scrap in Darjiling, 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 Darjiling?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Darjiling, 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 Darjiling offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Darjiling 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 Darjiling?
Scrap metal prices in Darjiling 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 Darjiling.
Disclaimer: All scrap prices displayed on this page are indicative market rates provided for informational purposes only. Actual transaction prices in Darjiling 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 Darjiling
AC Compressor
₹97.82/kg
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Aluminum
₹149.09/kg
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Brass
₹427.56/kg
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Car Battery
₹66.06/kg
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Car Body
₹26.38/kg
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Cardboard
₹7.97/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1180.10/kg
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Copper
₹618.59/kg
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E-Waste
₹44.49/kg
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Iron
₹37.33/kg
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Newspaper
₹14.39/kg
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Plastic
₹12.25/kg
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Radiator
₹180.50/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹125.93/kg
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Tin
₹18.32/kg
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