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Key Takeaways
- Live, city-level pricing for 1,266+ India cities \u2014 updated daily on business days.
- 3,838+ verified dealers \u2014 each goes through our verification process before listing.
- Sorted scrap fetches 20\u201330% more than unsorted mixed scrap. Sort by material type before pickup.
- Most dealers offer free doorstep pickup for quantities above 10\u201320 kg.
- Stainless steel (SS 304) is worth up to 4\u00D7 regular iron \u2014 never sell it at iron rates. A magnet test distinguishes them.
Today's India Snapshot
Indicative all-India prices. City-level rates vary \u2014 check your city for the live local price.
| Material | ₹/kg |
|---|---|
| AC Compressor | ₹99.84 |
| Aluminum | ₹157.05 |
| Brass | ₹427.82 |
| Car Battery | ₹69.5 |
| Car Body | ₹26.67 |
| Cardboard | ₹8.1 |
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How to Sell Scrap
Whether you're clearing out your home, office, or factory — selling scrap is simple when you know the right steps.
Check Today's Rate
Search your city above to see the latest scrap prices for iron, copper, aluminum, paper, plastic, and more. Rates are updated daily based on LME, MCX, and local market data, so you always know what your scrap is worth before contacting a dealer.
Sort and Prepare
Separate your scrap by material type — keep iron, copper, aluminum, paper, and plastic in different groups. Remove non-metal attachments where possible. Sorted, clean scrap fetches 20-30% higher rates than unsorted mixed scrap because it saves the dealer processing time.
Contact a Verified Dealer
Browse verified dealers in your city, compare their services, and call directly — no middlemen. Most dealers offer free doorstep pickup for quantities above 10-20 kg. Insist on digital weighing and agree on the per-kg rate before handing over your material.
Scrap Materials We Track
ScrapRates.in provides daily pricing for the most commonly traded scrap materials across India. Here's what you can sell and what determines the price.
Iron & Steel Scrap
The largest scrap segment by volume. Iron scrap comes from old furniture, bed frames, construction debris (rebar, pipes), vehicle bodies, and industrial equipment. Prices range from ₹24-36/kg based on grade — HMS 1 (heavy structural steel) fetches premium rates while light tin scrap is at the lower end.
Common sources: Almirahs, gates, pipes, construction rebarCopper Scrap
The most valuable common scrap metal at ₹550-750/kg. Copper is found in electrical wiring, AC/refrigerator coils, motors, transformers, and plumbing pipes. Grade matters significantly — bright stripped wire (Millberry) commands top prices, while insulated wire is priced based on copper recovery percentage.
Common sources: Old wiring, AC units, motors, transformersAluminum Scrap
Lightweight but valuable at ₹100-170/kg. Old aluminum utensils, window frames, beverage cans, and vehicle parts are common household sources. Cast aluminum (engine blocks) and wrought aluminum (sheets, frames) are graded differently. Aluminum can be recycled infinitely without quality loss.
Common sources: Utensils, window frames, cans, vehicle partsNewspaper & Cardboard
Paper scrap (₹15-25/kg newspapers, ₹5-8/kg cardboard) is the most accessible recyclable material in households. Keep newspapers dry and bundled — wet paper loses 50-70% of its value. Office white paper (A4 sheets) is actually worth more than newsprint. Cardboard from e-commerce deliveries should be flattened and stored separately.
Common sources: Newspapers, Amazon boxes, office paperPlastic Scrap
Prices vary widely by plastic type — PET bottles are the most valuable (₹8-16/kg), followed by HDPE containers and PP caps. Sort by resin code for best rates; mixed plastic fetches much less while sorted single-resin plastic is worth 2-3x more. Clean and dry plastic without food contamination is preferred by recyclers.
Common sources: PET bottles, milk jugs, detergent containersE-Waste
Old phones, laptops, printers, and batteries contain recoverable precious metals including gold, silver, and copper. A desktop computer can yield ₹800-2,500 in scrap value. Always factory-reset devices before selling and use authorized e-waste recyclers to ensure toxic materials like lead and mercury are handled safely.
Common sources: Phones, laptops, printers, car batteriesUnderstanding Scrap Prices
India's scrap and recycling industry is a massive sector employing millions across the collection, aggregation, processing, and manufacturing chain. Yet for individual sellers — whether households, offices, or small businesses — the market has traditionally been opaque, with prices varying widely between dealers and cities.
Scrap metal prices in India are driven by a combination of global and local factors. International commodity exchanges like the LME (London Metal Exchange) and domestic platforms like MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange of India) set the baseline for metals like copper, aluminum, and zinc. On top of this, local supply-demand dynamics, proximity to steel mills and recycling facilities, transportation costs, and seasonal construction activity all influence what dealers actually pay in your city.
For most households, the best approach to selling scrap is straightforward: check the current rate for your city on scraprates.in, sort your materials by type, accumulate a reasonable quantity (10-20 kg minimum for doorstep pickup), and contact 2-3 verified dealers to compare offers. Timing also matters — metal prices typically peak during October to March (construction season) and soften during the off-season months.
One of the most common and costly mistakes is selling stainless steel at regular iron rates. Stainless steel (SS 304 grade, found in utensils, sinks, and cookware) is worth ₹80-120/kg — up to 4x the price of regular iron. A simple magnet test can help distinguish them: regular iron is strongly magnetic, while most stainless steel grades are non-magnetic or weakly magnetic. Always separate stainless steel items and sell them to specialized dealers for fair value.
Top Questions About Selling Scrap
Quick answers to the most-asked questions. Full guide on the FAQ page.
How are scrap rates determined?
How often are scrap prices updated?
What is the minimum quantity needed to sell scrap?
How can I get the best price for my scrap?
- Sort materials by type — mixed scrap fetches lower rates.
- Clean and prepare — remove non-metal attachments, keep paper dry.
- Accumulate volume — bulk gets better per-kg rates.
- Get quotes from 2-3 dealers and compare.
- Insist on a digital weighing scale and agree on the per-kg rate before handing over.
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