Scrap Rates in Jammu and Kashmir
Today's average scrap rates and verified dealers across Jammu and Kashmir. See state-wide prices for iron, copper, brass, aluminum and more below — or pick your city for local rates.
Jammu and Kashmir is an active scrap-metal market, powered by carpet weaving and horticulture equipment and supported by ongoing construction and vehicle scrappage. With trade concentrated near the Kathua industrial estate, the state sees consistent year-round demand for both ferrous and non-ferrous metal.
Common scrap in Jammu and Kashmir ranges from construction steel scrap and household metals to routine iron, brass and aluminium from homes and workshops. Rates are generally below the national average on remote location and higher transport costs. Industrial lots usually fetch more per kilo than mixed household scrap — the table above gives the current state average for each material.
Within Jammu and Kashmir, each city has its own dealer network and price level. Select your city below for verified buyers and current per-kilo rates. Where possible, get quotes from more than one dealer — rates can vary 5–10% between buyers in the same town.
Today's Average Scrap Rates in Jammu and Kashmir
Average price per kg across 9 cities in Jammu and Kashmir, updated 23 June 2026. Tap a material for city-by-city prices.
| Material | Avg Rate | City Range |
|---|---|---|
| AC Compressor | ₹95.47/kg | ₹90.34 – ₹98.61 |
| Aluminum | ₹146.39/kg | ₹139.63 – ₹150.22 |
| Brass | ₹405.50/kg | ₹391.83 – ₹422.37 |
| Car Battery | ₹62.89/kg | ₹60.19 – ₹65.33 |
| Car Body | ₹24.84/kg | ₹23.59 – ₹25.92 |
| Cardboard | ₹7.56/kg | ₹7.25 – ₹7.89 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1,130.28/kg | ₹1,090.26 – ₹1,200.07 |
| Copper | ₹562.41/kg | ₹538.81 – ₹578.95 |
| E-Waste | ₹42.61/kg | ₹41.25 – ₹44.64 |
| Inverter Battery | ₹68.87/kg | ₹66.38 – ₹71.29 |
| Iron | ₹31.79/kg | ₹30.96 – ₹33.11 |
| Lead Acid Battery | ₹63.57/kg | ₹61.23 – ₹65.85 |
| Lithium Ion Battery | ₹86.67/kg | ₹84.63 – ₹88.25 |
| Newspaper | ₹13.62/kg | ₹13.28 – ₹14.06 |
| Plastic | ₹12.76/kg | ₹12.19 – ₹13.45 |
| Radiator | ₹178.76/kg | ₹171.62 – ₹184.47 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹126.99/kg | ₹122.34 – ₹131.84 |
| Tin | ₹16.73/kg | ₹16.16 – ₹17.44 |
| Two Wheeler Battery | ₹58.84/kg | ₹57.42 – ₹60.69 |
| UPS Battery | ₹63.29/kg | ₹60.20 – ₹65.49 |