Today's Scrap Rates in Abu Dhabi
Today's prices across 20 scrap materials · Updated 9 September 2026 · 33+ verified buyers
Market Insight
Abu Dhabi scrap rates today — Brass د.إ402.13/kg, Copper د.إ693.03/kg, Iron د.إ36.42/kg, Aluminum د.إ137.53/kg. Compare with neighbouring cities and request live quotes from 33+ verified scrap buyers below.
Today Price Index
| AC Compressor | د.إ4.47 |
| Aluminum | د.إ137.53 |
| Brass | د.إ402.13 |
| Car Battery | د.إ2.83 |
| Car Body | د.إ1.40 |
| Cardboard | د.إ8.82 |
| Catalytic Converter | د.إ53.15 |
| Copper | د.إ693.03 |
| E-Waste | د.إ1.83 |
| Inverter Battery | د.إ4.10 |
| Iron | د.إ36.42 |
| Lead Acid Battery | د.إ2.67 |
| Lithium Ion Battery | د.إ3.66 |
| Newspaper | د.إ13.71 |
| Plastic | د.إ14.53 |
| Radiator | د.إ8.78 |
| Stainless Steel | د.إ6.06 |
| Tin | د.إ0.85 |
| Two Wheeler Battery | د.إ3.09 |
| UPS Battery | د.إ3.44 |
Verified Buyers in Abu Dhabi
MUSSAFAH M 13, SANAIYA PLOT 20 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Musaffah - Musaffah Industrial - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Building No: 14 Al Baydar St - Musaffah South - ICAD III - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →MUSSAFAH SANAIYA M 11 - PLOT 71 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Street 1 - Musaffah - M5 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Ath Thiqa 8th Street - near Musaffah City Hypermarket - Musaffah Industrial - M17 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Musaffah - Musaffah Industrial - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Musaffah - m32 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →41 Al Hiraf 8 St - Musaffah - M11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →406 Zayed The First St - Al Khalidiyah - W9 01 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →35 Al Hiraf 8 St - Musaffah - M11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Abu Dhabi Musaffah 27 - 7 Ad Dar'asi 1 St - Musaffah - Mussafah 32/1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Musaffah - M35 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
View Full Profile →Musaffah - M11 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
8 Al Hatoun St - Khalifa City - Sector 32 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Musaffah - M44 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Plot Number 4 M-12 - Musaffah - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
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About the Scrap Market in Abu Dhabi
As the UAE's capital and the seat of government-backed industrial diversification, Abu Dhabi drives scrap demand through large-scale oil and gas infrastructure, defense manufacturing, and continuous urban development on Saadiyat and Yas Islands. The emirate's push toward sustainable waste management under the Abu Dhabi Waste Management Center (Tadweer) framework has formalized the scrap recycling sector significantly.
Oil and gas decommissioning projects yield high-value stainless steel pipes and Inconel alloys, while construction sites supply rebar, structural beams, and copper cabling. Stainless steel 304 scrap trades at approximately AED 4–6/kg in Abu Dhabi, and clean bright copper wire can reach AED 22–28/kg depending on quantity and purity.
Before selling scrap in Abu Dhabi, register with Tadweer's approved transporter list to avoid fines for unauthorized waste movement. Obtaining multiple written quotations is advisable, as prices between Mussafah-based dealers and city-center buyers can differ by 10–15%. Large industrial generators should consider annual contracts with recyclers, which often lock in better rates and guarantee timely collection.
Frequently Asked Questions — Abu Dhabi Scrap Market
What is today's scrap rate in Abu Dhabi?
Today's scrap rates in Abu Dhabi are listed in the price index above. Iron scrap is currently at د.إ36.42/kg, Copper at د.إ693.03/kg, and Aluminum at د.إ137.53/kg. These rates are updated daily based on market conditions.
How do I sell scrap in Abu Dhabi?
To sell scrap in Abu Dhabi, check the current rates above, then contact a verified dealer from our directory. Most dealers offer doorstep pickup for quantities above 10-20 kg. Sort your scrap by material type (metal, paper, plastic) for better rates. Ensure you get digital weighing and agree on the per-kg rate before handing over your material.
Which scrap material is most valuable in Abu Dhabi?
Copper is the most valuable common scrap metal in Abu Dhabi, trading at AED 10-14/kg depending on grade. This is followed by brass, stainless steel, aluminum (AED 2.50-4.50/kg), and iron (AED 0.60-0.90/kg). Even paper and plastic (AED 0.40-0.80/kg) have meaningful value when sold in bulk.
Do scrap dealers in Abu Dhabi offer doorstep pickup?
Yes, most verified scrap dealers in Abu Dhabi offer free doorstep pickup for scrap above a minimum quantity (usually 10-20 kg). Some dealers may charge a small pickup fee for very small quantities. Contact the dealers listed in our directory above for their specific pickup policies and minimum requirements.
When is the best time to sell scrap in Abu Dhabi?
Scrap metal prices in Abu Dhabi typically peak during October to April (peak construction season) and dip during the off-season months. If you can store your scrap safely, timing your sale to the peak season can earn you 10-20% more. Check getscraprate.com daily to track price trends in Abu Dhabi.
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AC Compressor
د.إ4.47/kg
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Aluminum
د.إ137.53/kg
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Brass
د.إ402.13/kg
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Car Battery
د.إ2.83/kg
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Car Body
د.إ1.40/kg
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Cardboard
د.إ8.82/kg
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Catalytic Converter
د.إ53.15/kg
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Copper
د.إ693.03/kg
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E-Waste
د.إ1.83/kg
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Inverter Battery
د.إ4.10/kg
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Iron
د.إ36.42/kg
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Lead Acid Battery
د.إ2.67/kg
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Lithium Ion Battery
د.إ3.66/kg
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Newspaper
د.إ13.71/kg
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Plastic
د.إ14.53/kg
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Radiator
د.إ8.78/kg
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Stainless Steel
د.إ6.06/kg
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Tin
د.إ0.85/kg
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Two Wheeler Battery
د.إ3.09/kg
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UPS Battery
د.إ3.44/kg
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