Mirpur Khas, Saddar6 Oct 2026
Gatta / raddi
Cardboard and raddi paper rate per kg in Pakistan
Today's rate
Rs 20 – 30per kg
Updated:
Cardboard cartons (gatta) and waste paper (raddi) are collected from shops, offices and homes and sold to paper mills, which pulp them into new board and paper. Dry, sorted cartons get the best rate.
Cardboard and paper scrap rate by grade
| Grade | Per kg | Per maund (40 kg) | Per ton (1,000 kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartons (OCC) | Rs 28 | Rs 1,120 | Rs 28,000 |
| Newspaper | Rs 20 – 25 | Rs 800 – 1,000 | Rs 20,000 – 25,000 |
| Office and book paper | Rs 25 – 30 | Rs 1,000 – 1,200 | Rs 25,000 – 30,000 |
That is about Rs 14 per pound (0.4536 kg) at the top of the range.
How to identify each grade
Cartons (OCC)
Brown corrugated boxes, flattened and dry.
Newspaper
Old newspapers kept dry.
Office and book paper
White paper, copies and books without hard covers.
What affects the cardboard and paper scrap price?
- Moisture: wet paper is discounted.
- Sorting: white office paper beats mixed paper.
- Demand from paper and board mills.
Where does cardboard and paper scrap come from?
- Shops, markets and warehouses (cartons).
- Homes (newspapers, books).
- Schools and offices (copies, files).
How to get a better price
- 1Flatten boxes and tie them in bundles.
- 2Keep paper dry and off the floor.
- 3Shred confidential documents before selling.
Recent rate changes
| Date | Grade | Rate per kg |
|---|---|---|
| Office and book paper | Rs 25 – 30 | |
| Newspaper | Rs 20 – 25 | |
| Cartons (OCC) | Rs 28 |
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What is the cardboard and paper scrap rate per kg today?
On 23 October 2026, cardboard and paper scrap in Pakistan is selling for Rs 20 – 30 per kg depending on grade. Prices change with the international market, so check this page before you sell.
What is OCC?
OCC stands for old corrugated containers, the trade name for used brown cardboard boxes.
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