Live Scrap Rates in Tirunelveli
Today's prices across 20 scrap materials · Updated 20 May 2026 · 3+ verified buyers
Market Insight
Tirunelveli scrap rates today — Brass ₹402.29/kg, Copper ₹617.44/kg, Iron ₹36.51/kg, Aluminum ₹153.91/kg. Compare with neighbouring cities and request live quotes from 3+ verified scrap buyers below.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | ₹96.51 |
| Aluminum | ₹153.91 |
| Brass | ₹402.29 |
| Car Battery | ₹66.35 |
| Car Body | ₹26.84 |
| Cardboard | ₹7.94 |
| Catalytic Converter | ₹1134.32 |
| Copper | ₹617.44 |
| E-Waste | ₹43.29 |
| Inverter Battery | ₹67.82 |
| Iron | ₹36.51 |
| Lead Acid Battery | ₹66.35 |
| Lithium Ion Battery | ₹86.70 |
| Newspaper | ₹14.85 |
| Plastic | ₹12.90 |
| Radiator | ₹177.40 |
| Stainless Steel | ₹135.38 |
| Tin | ₹18.10 |
| Two Wheeler Battery | ₹60.83 |
| UPS Battery | ₹64.88 |
Verified Buyers in Tirunelveli
JOHN Steel&Metal
Nethaji Rd, Engineers Colony, Melapalayam, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu 627006, India
RAMESH METAL
alwar store, 1 Oorudaiyan, Kudierupu road, opposite Thachanallur, tachanallur, Valaja Pettai, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu 627358, India
RR Scrap
111 A2, Nadar St, Tiruvengadanathapuram, Tirunelveli, Melapattam, Tamil Nadu 627353, India
About the Scrap Market in Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli, a major city in southern Tamil Nadu on the banks of the Thamiraparani river, has a scrap market driven by its match and fireworks industries, rice mills, and growing urban infrastructure. The SIDCO industrial estate and the Tirunelveli-Thoothukudi industrial corridor generate consistent industrial scrap. The city serves as a commercial hub for the southernmost districts of Tamil Nadu.
Iron and steel from rice mill equipment and construction are the primary materials traded. Copper from electrical workshops and motor rewinding, aluminum from household and industrial use, and chemicals containers from the match and fireworks industry are also common. Tirunelveli's prices track southern Tamil Nadu averages, sitting 3-5% below Madurai but competitive within the Tirunelveli-Thoothukudi region.
Key scrap markets include Palayamkottai market, Junction area, and dealers near the SIDCO Industrial Estate. For match industry and chemical containers, specialized recyclers near Kovilpatti handle these materials. Most dealers pick up from 10 kg. Cash is standard. Sellers should separate metal scrap from chemical containers, as specialized recyclers pay better for each category than general dealers.
Frequently Asked Questions — Tirunelveli Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Tirunelveli?
Today's scrap rates in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at ₹36.51/kg, Copper at ₹617.44/kg, and Aluminum at ₹153.91/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Tirunelveli?
To sell scrap in Tirunelveli, 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 Tirunelveli?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Tirunelveli, 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 Tirunelveli offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Tirunelveli 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 Tirunelveli?
Scrap metal prices in Tirunelveli 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 Tirunelveli.
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Explore Scrap Rates by Material in Tirunelveli
AC Compressor
₹96.51/kg
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Aluminum
₹153.91/kg
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Brass
₹402.29/kg
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Car Battery
₹66.35/kg
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Car Body
₹26.84/kg
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Cardboard
₹7.94/kg
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Catalytic Converter
₹1134.32/kg
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Copper
₹617.44/kg
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E-Waste
₹43.29/kg
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Inverter Battery
₹67.82/kg
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Iron
₹36.51/kg
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Lead Acid Battery
₹66.35/kg
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Lithium Ion Battery
₹86.70/kg
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Newspaper
₹14.85/kg
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Plastic
₹12.90/kg
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Radiator
₹177.40/kg
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Stainless Steel
₹135.38/kg
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Tin
₹18.10/kg
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Two Wheeler Battery
₹60.83/kg
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UPS Battery
₹64.88/kg
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