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Jast

Zinc scrap price per kg in Pakistan

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Zinc (jast) is used to galvanise steel and to die-cast small parts such as taps, handles and carburettors. Zinc scrap is a smaller market than copper or aluminium, so finding the right buyer matters.

How to identify each grade

Die-cast zinc

Handles, carburettors and cheap tap bodies.

Zinc sheet and dross

Sheet off-cuts and galvanising dross.

What affects the zinc scrap price?

  • International zinc price.
  • Iron inserts and plating on die-cast parts.
  • Local demand from foundries and galvanisers.

Where does zinc scrap come from?

  • Galvanising plants.
  • Old carburettors, handles and locks.
  • Battery and dry-cell casings.

How to get a better price

  1. 1Check with a magnet and remove steel inserts.
  2. 2Keep zinc separate from aluminium; they can look similar.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I tell zinc from aluminium?

Zinc is much heavier for the same size and has a duller, bluish-grey colour. Aluminium is light and brighter.

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