Live Scrap Rates in Neyveli
Market Insight
Today, the Iron scrap price in Neyveli is ₹36.96/kg.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹95.75 |
| Aluminum | ₹149.59 |
| Brass | ₹428.07 |
| Car Battery | ₹66.22 |
| Car Body | ₹26.36 |
| Cardboard | ₹8.14 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1184.96 |
| Copper | ₹609.10 |
| E-Waste | ₹43.58 |
| Iron | ₹36.96 |
| Newspaper | ₹14.42 |
| Plastic | ₹12.37 |
| Radiator | ₹179.41 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹125.12 |
| Tin | ₹18.14 |
Verified Buyers in Neyveli
U K Traders
304, Cuddalore Main Road, Gangaikondan, M.K Colony, Neyveli, Tamil Nadu 607802, India
AUTO_BOTS
86, Cuddalore Main Rd, Nanthanar Nagar, Neyveli, Tamil Nadu 607802, India
MR AutoLube & Scrap Traders
4/20, kalaimagalsaba, Nanthanar Nagar, Neyveli, Tamil Nadu 607802, India
About the Scrap Market in Neyveli
Neyveli, a planned township in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district, is built around the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC India). The city's thermal power stations, lignite mining operations, and associated heavy industries generate substantial volumes of industrial scrap. Being a company-owned township, the scrap market here is structured differently from other cities, with NLC's disposal channels playing a central role.
Heavy mining equipment scrap, power plant components, and lignite processing machinery are Neyveli's primary scrap categories. Copper from transformer and generator scrap, aluminum from power plant cooling equipment, and heavy steel structures from mine infrastructure are high-value materials. Neyveli's scrap prices for PSU-grade equipment often exceed regional averages by 10-15% due to superior metal quality from maintained industrial equipment.
Scrap trading in Neyveli is concentrated around the NLC township periphery and Panruti Road. Much of the industrial scrap moves through NLC's official tender and auction process. For household scrap, local dealers near the bus stand area pick up from 10 kg. Cash is standard. Sellers should monitor NLC's tender announcements — auction periods create price benchmarks that influence the broader local market for several weeks afterward.
Frequently Asked Questions — Neyveli Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Neyveli?
Today's scrap rates in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹36.96/kg, Copper at ₹609.10/kg, and Aluminum at ₹149.59/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Neyveli?
To sell scrap in Neyveli, 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 Neyveli?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Neyveli, 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 Neyveli offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Neyveli 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 Neyveli?
Scrap metal prices in Neyveli 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 Neyveli.
Disclaimer: All scrap prices displayed on this page are indicative market rates provided for informational purposes only. Actual transaction prices in Neyveli 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 Neyveli
AC Compressor
₹95.75/kg
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Aluminum
₹149.59/kg
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Brass
₹428.07/kg
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Car Battery
₹66.22/kg
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Car Body
₹26.36/kg
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Cardboard
₹8.14/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1184.96/kg
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Copper
₹609.10/kg
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E-Waste
₹43.58/kg
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Iron
₹36.96/kg
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Newspaper
₹14.42/kg
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Plastic
₹12.37/kg
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Radiator
₹179.41/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹125.12/kg
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Tin
₹18.14/kg
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