Aluminium Scrap Rate Today

Aluminium scrap is one of the most widely traded scrap metals in India. It comes from utensils, window frames, vehicle parts, and industrial waste. Because aluminium can be recycled again and again without losing quality, its scrap market is active in every major city. This page covers grades, uses, and pricing factors. For daily numbers, see today's metal rates.

What is the aluminium scrap rate in India today?

The aluminium 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 every day and differ by city because of transport cost and local demand. Aluminium scrap trades at a moderate price — below copper and brass but well above iron and steel.

The rate table shows indicative dealer prices for standard material. Your actual selling price depends on the type of aluminium scrap you have, its cleanliness, and the quantity. Clean, sorted scrap always sells for more than mixed, dirty scrap.

What grades of aluminium scrap are traded in India?

The Indian scrap market trades aluminium in several common categories. Knowing your category helps you ask for the right price.

Clean extrusions and wire usually sell at a small premium over general mixed scrap. Separating utensils from frames before selling helps you get the best rate for each lot.

What is aluminium scrap used for?

Recycled aluminium is melted and cast into new products. It is used to make utensils, window and door extrusions, and auto parts such as wheels and engine components. Aluminium is light in weight and resists rust, so it is popular in vehicles, buildings, and household goods. Recycling aluminium uses far less energy than making new metal, which keeps demand for scrap strong.

• Utensils — pots, pans, and kitchen containers are made from recycled aluminium.
• Extrusions — window frames, door frames, and railings use recycled metal.
• Auto parts — wheels, engine parts, and body panels use aluminium.
• Electrical — wires and cables use aluminium where weight matters.

Which Indian cities have the most aluminium scrap trading?

Aluminium scrap moves in large volumes in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bangalore. Delhi's construction boom creates constant demand for extrusions, while Chennai's automotive industry uses aluminium parts in large numbers. Compare city prices: aluminium scrap rate in Delhi, aluminium scrap rate in Chennai, and aluminium scrap rate in Mumbai.

How do aluminium scrap rates change in India?

Aluminium scrap rates are updated daily and follow global aluminium prices, the dollar-rupee rate, and domestic demand from construction and auto makers. Festival-season construction demand can push rates up, while slow industrial months can cool them. Track the movement on the rate history page, and estimate your scrap value with the scrap value calculator.