Scrap metal prices per kg in Pakistan
| Scrap type | Price (PKR) | Change | Global reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-ferrous (per kg) | |||
| Copper Scrap | Rs 3,058 / kg | ▲ +1.22% | $5.81 / lb |
| Aluminum Scrap | Rs 458 / kg | ▲ +1.16% | $0.87 / lb |
| Brass Scrap | Rs 1,863 / kg | ▲ +1.14% | $3.54 / lb |
| Stainless Steel Scrap | Rs 300 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.57 / lb |
| Lead Scrap | Rs 311 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.59 / lb |
| Zinc Scrap | Rs 474 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.90 / lb |
| Battery Scrap | Rs 121 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.23 / lb |
| Radiator Scrap | Rs 1,758 / kg | ▲ +1.21% | $3.34 / lb |
| Wire Scrap | Rs 1,479 / kg | ▲ +1.44% | $2.81 / lb |
| Cable Scrap | Rs 984 / kg | ▲ +1.08% | $1.87 / lb |
| Electronic Scrap | Rs 421 / kg | ▲ +1.27% | $0.80 / lb |
| Ferrous and bulk (per tonne) | |||
| Steel Scrap | Rs 78,954 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $300 / ton |
| Iron Scrap | Rs 69,480 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $264 / ton |
| Car Scrap | Rs 94,745 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $360 / ton |
| Cast Iron | Rs 75,796 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $288 / ton |
Indicative dealer prices for clean, sorted scrap. Global reference is the US board in US dollars; the Pakistan figure applies the exchange rate (1 USD = 277.62 PKR) and a local market factor of 0.86.
Dealers quote non-ferrous scrap in rupees per kilogram and ferrous scrap per tonne (or per maund of 40 kilograms in some markets). Import quotes are in US dollars per tonne CFR Karachi.
Pakistan scrap price chart (PKR)
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Copper scrap prices by grade in Pakistan
Copper is not one price. Yards grade it by cleanliness, coating and gauge, and the spread from the top grade to the bottom runs 25 to 35 percent. These are the same grades used on export contracts, converted to PKR.
The scrap market in Pakistan
Pakistan imports large volumes of ferrous scrap through Karachi to feed re-rolling and electric steel mills in Karachi, Lahore and Punjab, and the Gadani yards in Balochistan recycle ships into plate. Imported scrap in US dollars per tonne is the benchmark, converted at the rupee rate.
Non-ferrous scrap is traded through Karachi's Shershah market and Lahore's Misri Shah market, priced off international quotes; supply is thin, so copper and brass command firm prices.
- Currency
- Pakistani rupee (PKR)
- Price units
- Per kg for non-ferrous, per tonne for ferrous
- Benchmarks
- Imported scrap in USD per tonne CFR Karachi, LME in rupees
- Main hubs
- Karachi, Lahore, Gadani, Faisalabad
- Trade position
- Net importer of ferrous scrap
The most valuable scrap by weight in Pakistan today: Copper at Rs 3,058 per kg, Brass at Rs 1,863 per kg, Radiator at Rs 1,758 per kg, Wire at Rs 1,479 per kg, Cable at Rs 984 per kg.
Selling scrap metal in Pakistan: rules, ID and payment
Scrap imports require import permits and are subject to customs duty and sales tax; ship recycling at Gadani is regulated provincially. Domestic collection is informal, so use established dealers and keep receipts for larger lots.
Before you sell
- Check whether the quote is per kilogram or per maund.
- Karachi importers set the ferrous benchmark; inland prices are lower.
- Copper and brass are scarce and pay close to international prices.
Scrap prices by city in Pakistan
City pages for Pakistan are being added; the country board above already reflects prices in its main hubs: Karachi, Lahore, Gadani, Faisalabad.
Scrap yards in Pakistan
Find a yard by region or city, or use your location to see the nearest. Every listing shows where its details came from and when they were checked.
Yard listings for Pakistan are being added from official dealer registers and trade directories. Nothing is published until it has been verified against a named source, which is why this section is not yet populated.
Pakistan scrap price FAQ
What is the scrap copper price per kg in Pakistan today?
As of September 7, 2026, the indicative scrap copper price in Pakistan is Rs 3,058 per kg ($5.81 per lb on the global board). Bare bright and clean number 1 copper earn the top of the range; insulated wire, tubing with solder and mixed copper pay less.
What are scrap metal prices in Pakistan today?
Today's indicative non-ferrous prices in Pakistan are Copper Rs 3,058 per kg, Brass Rs 1,863 per kg, Radiator Rs 1,758 per kg, Wire Rs 1,479 per kg, with steel scrap at Rs 78,954 per tonne. The full board above lists all 15 scrap types with the change against the previous close.
How are scrap prices quoted in Pakistan?
Non-ferrous scrap is quoted in PKR per kg and ferrous scrap per tonne. Dealers quote non-ferrous scrap in rupees per kilogram and ferrous scrap per tonne (or per maund of 40 kilograms in some markets). Import quotes are in US dollars per tonne CFR Karachi.
Do I need ID to sell scrap metal in Pakistan?
Scrap imports require import permits and are subject to customs duty and sales tax; ship recycling at Gadani is regulated provincially. Domestic collection is informal, so use established dealers and keep receipts for larger lots.
Which scrap metals pay the most in Pakistan?
By weight, copper, then brass, then radiator, then wire. Ferrous scrap such as steel and iron pays far less per kg but moves in much larger volumes, which is why it is quoted per tonne.
Why are scrap prices in Pakistan different from US prices?
Metals are priced in US dollars on the world market, but local prices reflect the PKR exchange rate, freight to the nearest mills and smelters, import and export rules and how many buyers compete for material. Pakistani prices in rupees sit below the US reference for non-ferrous scrap and track imported material for ferrous.
Sources and methodology
Prices on this page start from the global reference board (US dollars per pound or per ton), are multiplied by a Pakistan market factor of 0.86 that reflects local demand, freight and trade rules, and are converted to PKR at 1 USD = 277.62 and to metric units (kilograms and tonnes). The board refreshes daily, with the time of the latest update shown at the top of the page.
Reference sources
- Pakistan Ship Breakers Association
- Mill purchase prices and State Bank of Pakistan exchange rates
Prices are indicative and for information only; they are not offers to buy or sell. Actual yard prices depend on grade, quantity, location and the buyer. Spotted an error? Tell us and we will check it against our sources.