Live Scrap Rates in Thoothukudi
Today's prices across 20 scrap materials · Updated 20 May 2026 · 1+ verified buyers
Market Insight
Thoothukudi scrap rates today — Brass ₹408.38/kg, Copper ₹619.18/kg, Iron ₹36.35/kg, Aluminum ₹152.78/kg. Compare with neighbouring cities and request live quotes from 1+ verified scrap buyers below.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹96.86 |
| Aluminum | ₹152.78 |
| Brass | ₹408.38 |
| Car Battery | ₹64.45 |
| Car Body | ₹26.64 |
| Cardboard | ₹7.83 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1173.46 |
| Copper | ₹619.18 |
| E-Waste | ₹42.56 |
| Inverter Battery | ₹68.65 |
| Iron | ₹36.35 |
| Lead Acid Battery | ₹67.70 |
| Lithium Ion Battery | ₹87.42 |
| Newspaper | ₹14.53 |
| Plastic | ₹12.39 |
| Radiator | ₹174.87 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹131.87 |
| Tin | ₹17.77 |
| Two Wheeler Battery | ₹60.81 |
| UPS Battery | ₹64.29 |
Verified Buyers in Thoothukudi
Kavinanbu Waste Paper Shop
267/I, Madhavanayar Colony, Threspuram, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu 628001, India
About the Scrap Market in Thoothukudi
Thoothukudi (Tuticorin), a major port city and industrial hub in southern Tamil Nadu, has a vibrant scrap market powered by its heavy industries and port operations. The city houses Sterlite Copper (Vedanta), chemical plants, salt works, and thermal power stations. Tuticorin Port handles significant cargo including scrap metal imports. The SIPCOT industrial complex adds chemical and engineering scrap to the local market.
Copper slag and copper scrap from the Sterlite smelter area are Thoothukudi's unique local specialties. Steel from port and industrial infrastructure, stainless steel from chemical processing plants, and aluminum from power plant equipment are also actively traded. Thoothukudi's copper scrap prices are competitive with Chennai due to local smelter demand, while ferrous scrap tracks southern Tamil Nadu averages.
Major scrap markets include Bryant Nagar, the port area, and dealers near the SIPCOT industrial zone. For copper and chemical plant scrap, specialized dealers near the Sterlite area offer premium rates. Most dealers pick up from 20 kg. Cash is standard. Thoothukudi sellers benefit from port proximity — imported scrap creates price competition that keeps local rates fair. Industrial scrap sellers should time sales around port clearance cycles for best pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Thoothukudi Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Thoothukudi?
Today's scrap rates in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹36.35/kg, Copper at ₹619.18/kg, and Aluminum at ₹152.78/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Thoothukudi?
To sell scrap in Thoothukudi, 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 Thoothukudi?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Thoothukudi, 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 Thoothukudi offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Thoothukudi 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 Thoothukudi?
Scrap metal prices in Thoothukudi 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 Thoothukudi.
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Explore Scrap Rates by Material in Thoothukudi
AC Compressor
₹96.86/kg
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Aluminum
₹152.78/kg
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Brass
₹408.38/kg
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Car Battery
₹64.45/kg
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Car Body
₹26.64/kg
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Cardboard
₹7.83/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1173.46/kg
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Copper
₹619.18/kg
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E-Waste
₹42.56/kg
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Inverter Battery
₹68.65/kg
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Iron
₹36.35/kg
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Lead Acid Battery
₹67.70/kg
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Lithium Ion Battery
₹87.42/kg
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Newspaper
₹14.53/kg
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Plastic
₹12.39/kg
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Radiator
₹174.87/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹131.87/kg
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Tin
₹17.77/kg
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Two Wheeler Battery
₹60.81/kg
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UPS Battery
₹64.29/kg
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