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Apr-18-21
Jan-16-14
Apr-10-19
Buyer From Oman, Oman
Jan-09-25
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Iron Scrap   |   Automotive Batteries   |   Stainless Steel Plates   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Brass Sheets   |   Copper Scrap   |   Brass Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Sheet Scrap   |   Berries   |   Stainless Steel Pipes & Pipe Fittings   |   Iron Scrap   |   Aluminium Shredded Scrap   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Zinc Scrap   |   4 Ply Face Mask   |   Aluminum Wires   |   Stainless Steel Coils   |   Steel Tire Wire Scrap   |   Plywood   |   Steel Sheets   |   Automobile Radiators/Anti Freeze/Coolants   |   Lead   |   Fresh Beef   |   Copper Millberry Scrap   |   Used Rail Scrap   |   Urea   |   Aluminum Scrap   |   Aluminium Radiator Scrap   |   Aluminium Wire Scrap   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Motor Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Tin Plate   |   Steel Shredded Scrap   |   Steel Billets   |   Aluminium Dross   |   Copper Cable Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Turning Scrap   |   Frozen Beef   |   Soft Drinks   |   Solar LED Street Lights   |   Tyre Scrap   |   Non Ferrous Metal Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Wire Scrap   |   Plastic Scrap   |   Steel Scraps   |   Red Brass Scrap   |   Copper Turnings   |   PCB Scrap   |   Construction Blocks   |   Nickel Alloy   |   Copper Cathode Scrap   |   Automobile Tyres, Tubes & Wheels   |   Metal Alloys   |   Lead Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Zinc   |   Metal Scraps   |   Marble Slabs   |   Stainless Steel Coil Scrap   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Battery Scraps   |   Copper Wires   |   Tin Scrap   |   Aluminium Alloy   |   Aluminium Extrusion Scrap   |   Copper Cathode   |   Steel Plates   |   Aluminium Plates Scrap   |   Lead Ingots   |   Stainless Steel Sheets   |   Batteries & Chargers   |   Steel Coils   |   Stainless Steel Plate Scrap   |   Copper Rods   |   Ferrous Metals, Non Ferrous Metals
Apr-23-22
Buyer From Oman
Sep-20-23
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Plywood   |   Non Ferrous Metal Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Wire Scrap   |   Wheel Rims, Wheel Hubs   |   Copper Millberry Scrap   |   Tyre Scrap   |   Granite Slabs   |   Granite & Marble Products   |   Marble Slabs   |   Iron Scrap   |   Steel Coils   |   Stainless Steel Bars   |   Fridge Compressor Scrap   |   Aluminum Wires   |   Used Rail Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Plastic Raw Materials   |   Steel Billets   |   Zinc   |   Plastic Scrap   |   Automobile Radiators/Anti Freeze/Coolants   |   Stainless Steel Coils   |   Tin Scrap   |   Metal Scraps   |   Stainless Steel Sheet Scrap   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   Batteries & Chargers   |   Stainless Steel Pipes & Pipe Fittings   |   Brass Scrap   |   Used tyres   |   Aluminium Wire Scrap   |   Locomotive / Railway Equipments & Components   |   Brass Sheets   |   Copper Scrap   |   Construction Blocks   |   Metal Alloys   |   Copper Scrap   |   Copper Cathode   |   Steel Plates   |   Cobalt Alloy   |   Aluminium Plates Scrap   |   Urea   |   Zinc Oxide   |   Steel Pipes   |   Stainless Steel Plate Scrap   |   Battery Scraps   |   Automobile Tyres, Tubes & Wheels   |   Steel Sheets   |   Aluminium Tense Scrap   |   Aluminium Shredded Scrap   |   Brass Honey Scrap   |   Berries   |   Copper Wire Scrap   |   Fresh Chicken   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Brass Scrap   |   Steel Scraps   |   Nickel Alloy   |   Copper Rods   |   4 Ply Face Mask   |   Copper Cathode Scrap   |   Lead   |   Steel Scrap   |   Lead Ingots   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Tin Scrap   |   Motor Scrap   |   Steel Tire Wire Scrap   |   Iron Scrap   |   Aluminum Scrap   |   Light Melting Scrap (LMS)   |   Compressor Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Pipe Scrap   |   Lead Scrap   |   Zinc Ingots   |   Zinc Oxide   |   Aluminium Coil Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Railway Fittings   |   Stainless Steel Tubes   |   Cobalt Scrap   |   Aluminium Wheel Scrap   |   Aluminium Radiator Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Sheets   |   Red Brass Scrap   |   Aluminium Alloy   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Copper Turnings   |   Aluminium Extrusion Scrap   |   Tungsten Scrap   |   Fresh Beef   |   Tin Plate   |   Aluminium Can Scrap   |   Ferrous Metals, Non Ferrous Metals   |   PCB Scrap   |   Zinc Scrap   |   Copper Wires   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Copper Cable Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Coil Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Turning Scrap   |   Nickel Scrap   |   Frozen Chicken   |   Aluminium Dross   |   Steel Shredded Scrap   |   Brass   |   Aluminium UBC Scrap   |   Aluminum Sheets   |   Stainless Steel Plates   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Aluminium Scrap   |   Frozen Beef   |   Soft Drinks   |   Solar LED Street Lights
Sep-14-23
Buyer From Oman
Aug-05-24
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Agricultural Chemicals   |   Zinc   |   Plastic Drum & Barrel   |   Used tyres   |   Steel Billets   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Plastic Scrap   |   Iron Scrap   |   Brass Scrap   |   Brass Scrap   |   Automotive Batteries   |   Tyre Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Wire Scrap   |   Batteries & Chargers   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Magnesium Sulphate   |   Zinc Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Sheet Scrap   |   Packaging Drums & Barrels   |   Ammonium Sulphate   |   Battery Scraps   |   Bitumen, Asphalt   |   Aluminium Scrap   |   Lead Ingots   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Phosphate Rock   |   Metal Scraps   |   Aluminium UBC Scrap   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Coil Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Turning Scrap   |   Aluminium Alloy   |   Copper Scrap   |   Copper Rods   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Steel Drum & Barrel   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Sulphur   |   Brass   |   Steel Scrap   |   Lead Scrap   |   Corn   |   Copper Cathode   |   Iron Scrap   |   Corn Oil   |   Red Brass Scrap   |   Soya Oil   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Palm Oil   |   Sugar   |   Soybean   |   Coconut Oil   |   Urea   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Fertilizers   |   Coke   |   NPK   |   Soybean Oil   |   Canola Oil   |   Olive Oil   |   Soft Drinks   |   DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)   |   Brass Honey Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Plate Scrap   |   Edible Oils   |   Copper Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Lead   |   Bauxite & Aluminium Ore
Sep-03-22
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Plastic Scrap   |   Copper Rods   |   Aluminium Scrap   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Wire Scrap   |   Packaging Drums & Barrels   |   Stainless Steel Sheet Scrap   |   Ammonium Sulphate   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Brass Scrap   |   Copper Scrap   |   Lead   |   Lead Ingots   |   Phosphate Rock   |   Stainless Steel Plate Scrap   |   Soybean   |   Brass   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Battery Scraps   |   Stainless Steel Coil Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Copper Cathode   |   Lead Scrap   |   Agricultural Chemicals   |   Tyre Scrap   |   Brass Honey Scrap   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Steel Drum & Barrel   |   Steel Billets   |   Sulphur   |   Plastic Drum & Barrel   |   Used tyres   |   Corn   |   Sugar   |   Soya Oil   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Edible Oils   |   Urea   |   Olive Oil   |   Fertilizers   |   Coconut Oil   |   Batteries & Chargers   |   Soft Drinks   |   Bitumen, Asphalt   |   Aluminium Alloy   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Bauxite & Aluminium Ore   |   Iron Scrap   |   Canola Oil   |   Copper Scrap   |   Zinc   |   Red Brass Scrap   |   Aluminium UBC Scrap   |   Steel Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Turning Scrap   |   Metal Scraps   |   Iron Scrap   |   DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)   |   Brass Scrap   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Palm Oil   |   Soybean Oil   |   Corn Oil   |   Coke   |   Sunflower Oil   |   NPK
Oct-13-20
Buyer From Oman
Jul-16-23
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Urea   |   Copper Cable Scrap   |   Copper Turnings   |   PCB Scrap   |   Tin Scrap   |   Compressor Scrap   |   Steel Scraps   |   Aluminium Extrusion Scrap   |   Lead Ingots   |   Red Brass Scrap   |   Tin Scrap   |   Cobalt Scrap   |   Aluminium Scrap   |   Copper Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Pipe Scrap   |   Used Rail Scrap   |   Steel Coils   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Aluminum Scrap   |   Metal Alloys   |   Copper Wire Scrap   |   Aluminium Tense Scrap   |   Aluminium Coil Scrap   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Aluminium Shredded Scrap   |   Used tyres   |   Aluminum Wires   |   Iron Scrap   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Steel Billets   |   Fridge Compressor Scrap   |   Light Melting Scrap (LMS)   |   Stainless Steel Wire Scrap   |   Brass Scrap   |   Aluminium Wire Scrap   |   Cast Iron Scrap   |   Zinc Oxide   |   Copper Wires   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Lead Scrap   |   Plastic Scrap   |   Aluminium Dross   |   Stainless Steel Sheets   |   Steel Scrap   |   Aluminium Wheel Scrap   |   Steel Pipes   |   Cast Iron Boring Scrap   |   Aluminium Radiator Scrap   |   Copper Cathode Scrap   |   Motor Scrap   |   Brass Scrap   |   Nickel Scrap   |   Heavy Melting Scrap (HMS)   |   Copper Cathode   |   Aluminium Can Scrap   |   Metal Scraps   |   Iron Scrap   |   Steel Shredded Scrap   |   Aluminium UBC Scrap   |   Tungsten Scrap   |   Copper Scrap   |   Tin Plate   |   Copper Rods   |   Copper Millberry Scrap
Apr-20-22
Buyer From Oman
Buyer Of Metal Scraps   |   Zinc   |   Steel Scrap   |   Medical Equipment & Machinery   |   Aluminium Alloy   |   NPK   |   Zinc Ingots   |   Aluminium Extrusion Scrap   |   Soybean Oil   |   Petrochemicals   |   Other Edible Oils   |   Rapeseed Oil   |   Aluminium UBC Scrap   |   Steel Scraps   |   DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)   |   Stainless Steel Turning Scrap   |   Industrial Alcohol   |   Filter Paper   |   LPG/LNG & CNG   |   Stainless Steel Sheets   |   Coke   |   Other Medical Equipments   |   Palm Oil   |   Construction Blocks   |   Bitumen, Asphalt   |   Aviation Supplies   |   Laboratory Equipments & Instruments   |   Marble Slabs   |   Granite Slabs   |   Petroleum By Products   |   Plastic Raw Materials   |   Copper Scrap   |   Methanol   |   White Rice   |   Aluminium Scrap   |   Copper Plate Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Coil Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Marble & Granite   |   Zinc Scrap   |   Lubricants   |   Stainless Steel Plate Scrap   |   Glassware   |   Sanitary Wares   |   Laboratory Reagents   |   Sulphur   |   Steel Alloy Scrap   |   Stainless Steel Scrap   |   Aluminum Ingots   |   Crude Oil   |   Cooking Gas Stoves, Regulators & Burners   |   Soybean   |   Industrial Chemicals   |   LPG Cylinders   |   Kerosene Oil   |   Granite & Marble Products   |   Gas Lighters   |   Stainless Steel Sheet Scrap   |   Aluminum Scrap   |   Zinc Oxide   |   Sunflower Oil   |   Urea   |   Aluminium Dross   |   Diesel   |   Medical Face Masks   |   Used Oil   |   Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizer
Jul-23-24
Buyer From Oman
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Nov-08-20
Buyer From Oman
Feb-18-23
Buyer From Oman
Aug-11-21
Buyer From Oman
Jan-16-25
Buyer From Oman
Mar-05-20
Buyer From Oman
Mar-07-20
Buyer From Oman
Jul-13-20
Buyer From Oman
Discuss sourcing & trends in Stainless Steel Scrap import export community

What is Stainless Steel Scrap?

Stainless steel scrap is a cluster of discarded stainless steel materials that are used for recycling. It is a valuable resource for many industries, including construction, medical, and automotive. Besides, it is also useful in several renewable energy projects. Though it is melted and refined to create new stainless steel products, it retains all the properties of this metal. As industries shift towards the use of more sustainable materials, scrap metal, and recycling have become really important in the metal supply chain. The cost-effectiveness and recyclability of these stainless steel scrap metals make them popular as trade commodities. Let's move forward and discuss why these scraps are a profitable business choice for manufacturers, exporters, and traders. 



Why is There a Growing Demand For Stainless Steel Scrap in the Market?

Sustainability has become a key goal of almost every industry today. In this scenario, the role of recycled materials such as stainless steel scrap, has become more critical than ever. It significantly reduces the need for raw materials, thus cutting down the production cost. The stainless steel scrap market ensures a steady supply of materials to industries like manufacturing. It is collected from end-of-life products, industrial by-products, as well as manufacturing waste. After being collected from these sources, they are recycled and reintroduced into the supply chain. There are several economic and environmental benefits of these scrap metals which increase their demand in the market. Let's explore some of these benefits. 


Environmental Advantages: 

  • No need to source or mine new raw materials. 
  • Helps preserve natural resources
  • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions


Minimum Waste: 

  • Recycling means reduced landfill waste 
  • Lowers environmental pollution 
  • Promotes sustainability
  • Less energy is needed than producing new materials


Economic Benefits:

  • More cost-effective than new stainless steel
  • Lower production costs
  • Saves cost for manufacturers
  • Generates jobs and economic activity


These are the key drivers for the growing market demand for scrap metals. Consequently, they motivate stainless steel scrap importers and buyers to actively look for it to meet this demand. Apart from these, there are many industries that rely on stainless steel scrap for their production process. The major ones include manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, food, medical, construction, and infrastructure. From sterilized surgical tools and food-grade containers to engine parts, aircraft components, and pipes, stainless steel scrap has a vast range of applications.



Which Types of Stainless Steel Scrap are Most Sought After in Global Trade?

Stainless steel scrap can be divided based on various factors. For example, based on composition and industry use, it is categorized into five common types. These varieties comprise austenitic stainless steel scrap, ferritic stainless steel scrap, martensitic stainless steel scrap, duplex stainless steel scrap, and lastly, precipitation-hardening stainless steel scrap. All these types have different industrial applications. However, we can also classify them into different grades based on their chemical composition. It’s important to know the commonly recycled grades that are most sought after by stainless steel scrap buyers.


  • 302 Stainless Steel Scrap: This type comes with slightly higher carbon content. Majorly used in applications that require high tensile strength.

  • 304 Stainless Steel Scrap: The most popular type, widely used in kitchen equipment, architectural structures, chemical containers, etc. The 304 stainless steel scrap price ranges between $1.05 and $1.15 per kg. 

  • 316 Stainless Steel Scrap: Mainly used in marine and aviation industries because of its durability, anti-corrosive nature, and high-temperature resistance. 


Though you will find the maximum number of stainless steel scrap 304 316 buyers, there is also demand for other grades such as 430 and 201 stainless steel scrap. Now that you're familiar with the most popular grades of stainless steel scrap, it's also beneficial to know the specific product forms buyers often look for within these categories. These include:




Expand Your Offerings Across Diversified Scrap Categories for Growth

Both stainless steel and stainless steel scraps are important trade commodities. However, in addition to these, there are other scrap categories that you can explore to diversify your offerings and capture more markets. Here are the categories that buyers commonly inquire about for various applications.




Global Trends: Key Market Insights for Traders

We cannot underestimate the stainless steel scrap value amid rising environmental challenges. It's a valuable resource that is reused to make new products. The positive impact of stainless steel scrap on the environment and economy makes it widely popular. In fact, advanced technologies enhance metallurgical processes, leading to the production of high-quality steel scrap. Talking about the market size of steel scrap, it was valued at 543.2 million metric tons in 2024. It is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2030, reaching 727.1 million metric tons. The stainless steel scrap price per kg may vary based on location, market conditions, and grade type, but it generally ranges between $0.70 and $2.20 per kg. It is important to note that the pricing is also affected by the global metal prices., especially those of nickel, iron, and chromium. Here are the other key market indicators to keep in mind when supplying this commodity. 


Top 3 Stainless Steel Scrap Importing Countries

Country NameShipments
India204,233
Vietnam36,789
Taiwan13,435



Other Key Market Indicators

MetricValue
Total Import Shipments315,184
Total Exporting Countries184
Total Importing Countries122
Total Buyers7,079
Total Suppliers16,145
Stainless Steel Scrap HSN Code7204

Source: Volza


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Looking to Connect with Verified Stainless Steel Scrap Buyers?


The following ways can help you find and connect with stainless steel scrap importers and buyers.


  • You can become a member of associations like ISRIBIR, or MRAI, which can give you access to industry networks and buyer directories as they host exclusive seminars and networking events.

  • Another powerful way to reach your prospective buyers is through LinkedIn. You can find and engage with potential scrap metal traders and importers. All you need to do is post regularly about your product offerings and send out personalized connection requests.


You can follow the above ways, but the most reliable and faster way to reach out to stainless steel scrap buyers is through online B2B marketplaces like go4WorldBusiness. Go to the platform and sign up! Or, you can click here for direct access. 



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):


1. Where to sell scrap stainless steel?

You can sell scrap stainless steel to local scrap yards, recycling companies, or on B2B platforms like go4WorldBusiness, where you can list your product and get a list of verified buyers.


2. How much is scrap stainless steel worth?

The price depends on the grade (like 304 or 316), purity, and global market demand. As of now, it usually ranges from $0.70 to $2.20 per kg.


3. Is there scrap value in stainless steel?

Yes, stainless steel has good scrap value because it contains valuable metals like nickel and chromium, which can be recovered and reused.


4. What is 304 stainless steel worth?

Grade 304 is the most common and valuable stainless steel scrap. Its price often falls between $0.70 to $1.20 per pound, depending on market conditions.


5. Is the stainless steel scrap export business a profitable and growing business?

Yes, it's a profitable and growing business due to:

  • High global demand
  • Good scrap value (particularly grades like 304 and 316)
  • Environmental & economic benefits
  • Low entry barrier
  • Emerging market growth


6. What types of stainless steel scrap products are exported from the world?

Common products exported from the world are stainless steel turning scrap, coils, pipes, plates, wires, and sheets (mainly in grades like 302, 304, 316, 430, and 201).


7. How to locate buyers for stainless steel scrap products?

There are several ways to locate stainless steel scrap buyers, but the most effective ones include:

  • Attending trade shows or networking events
  • Using social media channels like LinkedIn
  • Participating in recycling forums
  • Connecting with scrap dealers or agents in your region
  • Listing your products on B2B platforms like go4WorldBusiness


8. What are the HSN Codes Used for Exporting Stainless Steel Scrap?

The HSN code for stainless steel scrap is 7204. Sub-codes may apply based on the specific type of scrap.


9. Which countries are the largest importers of Stainless Steel Scrap?

The largest importing countries of stainless steel scrap are:

  • India
  • Vietnam
  • Taiwan


10. Can we export scrap metal from India?

Yes, scrap metal can be exported from India, but it requires proper documentation and must follow the DGFT and customs regulations.


11. Which country is best for copper scrap?

China, India, and Germany are top destinations for copper scrap due to their strong demand for recycled metal in manufacturing.



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