Scrap metal prices per kg in the United Arab Emirates
| Scrap type | Price (AED) | Change | Global reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-ferrous (per kg) | |||
| Copper Scrap | AED 44.69 / kg | ▲ +1.22% | $5.81 / lb |
| Aluminum Scrap | AED 6.69 / kg | ▲ +1.16% | $0.87 / lb |
| Brass Scrap | AED 27.23 / kg | ▲ +1.14% | $3.54 / lb |
| Stainless Steel Scrap | AED 4.38 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.57 / lb |
| Lead Scrap | AED 4.54 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.59 / lb |
| Zinc Scrap | AED 6.92 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.90 / lb |
| Battery Scrap | AED 1.77 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.23 / lb |
| Radiator Scrap | AED 25.69 / kg | ▲ +1.21% | $3.34 / lb |
| Wire Scrap | AED 21.61 / kg | ▲ +1.44% | $2.81 / lb |
| Cable Scrap | AED 14.38 / kg | ▲ +1.08% | $1.87 / lb |
| Electronic Scrap | AED 6.15 / kg | ▲ +1.27% | $0.80 / lb |
| Ferrous and bulk (per tonne) | |||
| Steel Scrap | AED 1,154 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $300 / ton |
| Iron Scrap | AED 1,015 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $264 / ton |
| Car Scrap | AED 1,384 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $360 / ton |
| Cast Iron | AED 1,108 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $288 / ton |
Indicative dealer prices for clean, sorted scrap. Global reference is the US board in US dollars; the United Arab Emirates figure applies the exchange rate (1 USD = 3.67 AED) and a local market factor of 0.95.
Dealers quote non-ferrous scrap in dirhams per kilogram and ferrous scrap per tonne, and larger export deals in US dollars per tonne. With the dirham pegged at 3.67 to the dollar, conversion is straightforward.
United Arab Emirates scrap price chart (AED)
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Copper scrap prices by grade in the United Arab Emirates
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 AED.
The scrap market in the United Arab Emirates
The UAE is the Gulf's scrap trading centre: Sharjah's industrial areas and Dubai's yards collect from the Emirates and re-export non-ferrous scrap through Jebel Ali, while the domestic steel industry absorbs ferrous scrap. The dirham's peg to the US dollar means local prices move almost exactly with international quotes.
Ferrous export rules change with domestic mill demand, and the government has restricted or taxed scrap exports at times to protect local supply, which can widen the gap between local and international ferrous prices.
- Currency
- UAE dirham (AED), pegged to the US dollar
- Price units
- Per kg for non-ferrous, per tonne for ferrous
- Benchmarks
- LME prices in dirhams, Jebel Ali export bids
- Main hubs
- Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jebel Ali
- Trade position
- Regional trading hub; ferrous exports regulated
The most valuable scrap by weight in the United Arab Emirates today: Copper at AED 44.69 per kg, Brass at AED 27.23 per kg, Radiator at AED 25.69 per kg, Wire at AED 21.61 per kg, Cable at AED 14.38 per kg.
Selling scrap metal in the United Arab Emirates: rules, ID and payment
Dealers need municipal and economic department licences, and scrap exports require permits; ferrous exports have been restricted or subject to fees in recent years. Sellers should expect ID checks and paperwork for vehicle scrap.
Before you sell
- Local prices follow US dollar quotes closely because of the currency peg.
- Check the current export rules before assuming export bids apply.
- Sharjah industrial area yards are the busiest buyers.
Scrap prices by city in the United Arab Emirates
City pages carry local yard prices and directories for the main scrap markets. Pages that are not live yet are shown without a link.
Scrap yards in the United Arab Emirates
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 United Arab Emirates 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.
United Arab Emirates scrap price FAQ
What is the scrap copper price per kg in the United Arab Emirates today?
As of September 7, 2026, the indicative scrap copper price in the United Arab Emirates is AED 44.69 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 the United Arab Emirates today?
Today's indicative non-ferrous prices in the United Arab Emirates are Copper AED 44.69 per kg, Brass AED 27.23 per kg, Radiator AED 25.69 per kg, Wire AED 21.61 per kg, with steel scrap at AED 1,154 per tonne. The full board above lists all 15 scrap types with the change against the previous close.
How are scrap prices quoted in the United Arab Emirates?
Non-ferrous scrap is quoted in AED per kg and ferrous scrap per tonne. Dealers quote non-ferrous scrap in dirhams per kilogram and ferrous scrap per tonne, and larger export deals in US dollars per tonne. With the dirham pegged at 3.67 to the dollar, conversion is straightforward.
Do I need ID to sell scrap metal in the United Arab Emirates?
Dealers need municipal and economic department licences, and scrap exports require permits; ferrous exports have been restricted or subject to fees in recent years. Sellers should expect ID checks and paperwork for vehicle scrap.
Which scrap metals pay the most in the United Arab Emirates?
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 the United Arab Emirates different from US prices?
Metals are priced in US dollars on the world market, but local prices reflect the AED exchange rate, freight to the nearest mills and smelters, import and export rules and how many buyers compete for material. UAE prices track the US reference closely thanks to the dollar peg, less a regional discount on ferrous grades.
Sources and methodology
Prices on this page start from the global reference board (US dollars per pound or per ton), are multiplied by a United Arab Emirates market factor of 0.95 that reflects local demand, freight and trade rules, and are converted to AED at 1 USD = 3.67 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
- Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) reports for the Middle East
- LME settlement prices
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.