Lead Scrap Rate Today

Lead scrap is a heavy non-ferrous scrap metal in India, valued for its use in batteries and industrial products. It comes from old batteries, cable sheathing, and industrial waste. Because lead is hazardous, its recycling is regulated and should happen only at authorised plants. This page covers grades, uses, and pricing. For daily numbers, see today's metal rates.

What is the lead scrap rate in India today?

The lead scrap rate in India today is published in the rate table on this page, quoted in rupees per kilogram for mixed grade. Prices are updated daily and follow global lead prices closely. Lead scrap usually trades above aluminium but below copper and brass among non-ferrous metals.

The table shows indicative dealer rates for standard material. Your selling price depends on purity and form — clean lead sheets and pipes sell better than mixed or contaminated lots. Because lead is heavy, even small lots can have good total value.

What grades of lead scrap are traded in India?

Indian dealers trade lead scrap in a few common categories, sorted by purity and form.

Soft, clean lead gets the best rate. Battery lead is handled by licensed smelters because of the acid and residue involved. Never melt lead at home — the fumes are dangerous.

What is lead scrap used for?

Recycled lead is mainly used to make lead-acid batteries for vehicles and inverters. It is also used for cable sheathing, which protects underground power and telecom cables. Other uses include radiation shielding in hospitals and weights for industrial equipment. Because lead can be recycled repeatedly without quality loss, the industry depends heavily on scrap supply.

• Batteries — vehicle and inverter batteries use recycled lead.
• Cable sheathing — protects underground power cables.
• Shielding — hospitals use lead for X-ray room protection.
• Industrial weights — counterweights and ballast use lead.

Which Indian cities have the most lead scrap trading?

Lead scrap trading is strongest in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai — cities with large vehicle populations, cable industries, and port access. Delhi's inverter and vehicle battery market creates steady supply of battery lead. Compare city prices: lead scrap rate in Delhi, lead scrap rate in Mumbai, and lead scrap rate in Kolkata.

How do lead scrap rates change in India?

Lead scrap rates are updated daily and track global lead prices and the dollar-rupee rate. Battery demand is the biggest driver — strong vehicle and inverter sales support lead prices. Regulatory crackdowns on unlicensed smelting can also tighten supply and lift rates. Study past movement on the rate history page, and estimate your lot value with the scrap value calculator.