Sikka
Lead scrap price per kg in Pakistan
Today's rate
Rs 330 – 370per kg
Updated:
Lead (sikka) is a soft, very heavy grey metal. Most lead scrap in Pakistan comes from old batteries, cable sheathing and wheel weights. Licensed smelters recover it to make new batteries.
Lead scrap rate by grade
| Grade | Per kg | Per maund (40 kg) | Per ton (1,000 kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soft lead | Rs 330 – 370 | Rs 13,200 – 14,800 | Rs 330,000 – 370,000 |
That is about Rs 168 per pound (0.4536 kg) at the top of the range.
How to identify each grade
Soft lead
Clean pipe, sheet and cable sheathing.
Battery plates
Plates and grids from opened batteries.
Mixed lead and wheel weights
Wheel balancing weights and mixed pieces.
What affects the lead scrap price?
- International lead price.
- Purity and how much iron, plastic or dirt is attached.
- Demand from battery recyclers.
Where does lead scrap come from?
- Old car, UPS and solar batteries.
- Underground cable sheathing.
- Tyre shop wheel weights.
- Old plumbing and roofing.
How to get a better price
- 1Do not melt or burn lead at home; lead fumes and dust are poisonous.
- 2Wear gloves and wash hands after handling lead.
- 3Sell whole batteries as batteries rather than breaking them open.
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What is the lead scrap rate per kg today?
On 23 October 2026, lead scrap in Pakistan is selling for Rs 330 – 370 per kg depending on grade. Prices change with the international market, so check this page before you sell.
Is it safe to open a battery to take out the lead?
No. Batteries contain sulphuric acid and lead dust. Sell them whole to a battery buyer; the battery scrap rate already accounts for the lead inside.
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