Live Scrap Rates in Shimla

Market Insight

Today, the Iron scrap price in Shimla is ₹36.44/kg.

Today Price Index

AC Compressor₹93.68
Aluminum₹148.75
Brass₹421.95
Car Battery₹63.87
Car Body₹26.93
Cardboard₹8.06
Catalytic Converter₹1165.98
Copper₹622.24
E-Waste₹43.42
Iron₹36.44
Newspaper₹14.36
Plastic₹11.89
Radiator₹178.76
Stainless Steel₹122.44
Tin₹17.34

Verified Buyers in Shimla

Roshan Lal Sood & Sons

Shop No. 3, Old Bus Stand, Cart Rd, opposite Panchayat Bhawan, Ram Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India

Scrap dealers

Singh enterprises, C/o, sri brama nand shrma, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171219, India

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About the Scrap Market in Shimla

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh's capital perched in the Himalayas, has a small scrap market constrained by its hilly terrain and limited industrial base. The city's scrap mainly comes from government building maintenance, tourism infrastructure renovations, and household consumption. Transportation challenges due to narrow mountain roads impact scrap economics significantly.

Iron and steel from construction and renovation are the primary materials. Copper from electrical infrastructure and aluminum from household goods are traded in modest volumes. Shimla's prices are 15-20% below Delhi due to transportation costs and low demand.

Scrap trading is limited to a few dealers near the bus stand and Lower Bazar. Most dealers pick up from 15 kg. Cash is standard. The steep terrain means bulk scrap transportation is expensive — lighter, high-value metals offer better returns.

Frequently Asked Questions — Shimla Scrap Market

What is today's scrap rate in Shimla?

Today's scrap rates in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹36.44/kg, Copper at ₹622.24/kg, and Aluminum at ₹148.75/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.

How do I sell scrap in Shimla?

To sell scrap in Shimla, 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 Shimla?

Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Shimla, 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 Shimla offer doorstep pickup?

Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Shimla 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 Shimla?

Scrap metal prices in Shimla 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 Shimla.

Disclaimer: All scrap prices displayed on this page are indicative market rates provided for informational purposes only. Actual transaction prices in Shimla 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.

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