Brass Scrap Buyers & Sellers in India – Honey, Turnings, Valves and Gunmetal
Brass is one of the most traded non-ferrous metals in Indian industry. Kabadi24 grades brass, gunmetal and bronze separately so each lot earns its proper price, and connects sellers with brass rod makers, foundries and traders.
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Indicative rates
| Material | Typical form | Indicative rate |
|---|---|---|
| Brass (Honey) | Clean yellow brass solids | ₹400–430 /kg |
Indicative only · rates move daily
Brass grades we trade
| Grade | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Honey | Clean yellow brass solids: valves, fittings, castings, rod | Benchmark grade |
| Brass turnings | Machining chips from brass components | Must be dry and oil-free |
| Plated brass | Chrome or nickel plated sanitary fittings | Slight discount |
| Ebony (red brass / gunmetal) | Copper–tin–zinc castings, pump impellers, bushes | Usually higher than yellow brass |
| Mixed brass with iron | Valves with iron handles, fittings on pipe | Separate for a better price |
Typical sources
Machine shops producing turned brass parts, pump and valve repair workshops, plumbing and sanitary contractors, electrical terminal makers, water works and irrigation projects, and dismantled machinery with brass bushes and bearings. Uttar Pradesh has a long brass tradition, so local demand for clean brass is strong.
Preparation checklist
- Separate yellow brass from gunmetal and bronze using colour and, if needed, an XRF test.
- Unscrew iron handles, nuts and inserts; remove rubber seals and plastic.
- Dry turnings under cover and drain cutting oil.
- Keep plated fittings apart from unplated solids.
- Store brass in a locked area – it is compact and frequently stolen.
Regular brass turnings? Use a rate contract
Machine shops that produce turnings every week benefit from a contract linked to copper and zinc benchmarks, with agreed rules for moisture and oil deductions and scheduled pickups. Kabadi24 offers this in Varanasi, Purvanchal and Gurugram, and connects shops elsewhere with buyers through the marketplace.
Buying brass scrap
Brass rod mills and fittings makers can post requirements specifying alloy, lead content limits, form (solids or turnings) and monthly volume. We source from verified sellers and share grade photos before dispatch.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Honey brass scrap?
Honey is the ISRI name for clean mixed yellow brass solids – valves, fittings, castings and rod – free of iron and non-metallic attachments.
Is gunmetal priced higher than brass?
Usually yes. Gunmetal (red brass) contains more copper plus tin, so it is normally priced above yellow brass. Keep it separate to get its proper rate.
Do you buy brass turnings from machine shops?
Yes. Kabadi24 buys dry, clean brass turnings and offers monthly rate contracts for regular generators.
How can I check whether a metal is brass?
Brass is yellow to gold, heavy and non-magnetic. Scratching the surface shows the true colour under tarnish; an XRF analyser confirms the alloy.
Who is a good brass scrap buyer for factory lots?
Brass rod and ingot makers, gunmetal foundries and non-ferrous traders buy brass scrap in bulk. On Kabadi24 you list honey brass, turnings, valves or gunmetal with photos and quantity and receive offers from verified brass scrap buyers.
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