Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap: Specifications, Pricing, and Where to Sell It
Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap is a widely traded non-ferrous grade made up of used zinc base die castings. Because pricing and acceptance depend on how closely a load matches ISRI specifications, sellers who understand the grading rules typically secure better returns at the scrap yard.
What Readers Should Know
- Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap consists of miscellaneous old zinc base die castings, with or without iron and other foreign attachments.
- Iron content should ideally not exceed 30% of the load.
- The material must be free of borings, turnings, dross pieces, chunks, melted pieces, and skimmings.
- ISRI's Scrap Specifications Circular 2017 references this grade under the code "Saves."
- As of mid-August 2020, ScrapMonster listed export prices at $0.69 per Lb across the US East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast.
- Scrap yards pay less for this used material than for new or unused zinc die cast.
What Is Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap?
Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap consists of miscellaneous old zinc base die castings, with or without iron and other foreign attachments. Ideally, the material should not contain iron in excess of 30%.
The scrap must be free of borings, turnings, dross pieces, chunks, melted pieces, and skimmings to meet grading standards.
Because it can be remelted and reused to make new products, Old Zinc Die Cast retains significant scrap value even after its first use cycle ends.
How Is It Classified Under ISRI Standards?
Per the latest Scrap Specifications Circular 2017 released by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap is referenced by the code "Saves."
For the complete list of scrap materials specifications, refer to ISRI's Scrap Specifications Circular.
What the Regional Price Data Shows
Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap can be sold at nearby local scrap yards, provided the material conforms to the specifications each yard requires. Scrap yards will always offer a lower price for used Old Zinc Die Cast than for new or unused zinc die cast.
The table below shows Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap export prices as of mid-August, 2020.
| Region | Price |
|---|---|
| North America, US East Coast | $0.69 per Lb |
| US Midwest, US West Coast | $0.69 per Lb |
Source: ScrapMonster
For detailed zinc scrap export pricing, visit ScrapMonster's Zinc Scrap Prices section. For the latest price of Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap in various scrap yards, visit the Scrap Yard Prices section.
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Where to Sell Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap
There is little reason to hold on to even small quantities of Old Zinc Die Cast scrap. It can easily be dropped off at any nearby local scrap yard in exchange for cash.
The following US scrap yards accept Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap:
- Wyatts Recycling, Grand Lake, Colorado
- J&J Recycling (WV), Milton, West Virginia
- Valley Metals Inc., Logan, Utah
- Jace Metals & Minerals, Tucson, Arizona
Use ScrapMonster's Scrap Yard Finder to search for more scrap yards near your location. The US Scrap Yard Directory lists scrap yards across the United States, while Scrap Yards in Canada covers Canadian locations.
Selling Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap in Bulk
Full-fledged recycling centers and large scrap yards often accept bulk quantities of Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap. Large purchases of such material are typically stored at yards and transported in bulk to manufacturing facilities and foundries.
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People Also Ask
What is the maximum iron content allowed in Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap?
Ideally, iron content should not exceed 30% of the load.
What ISRI code applies to Old Zinc Die Cast Scrap?
It is referenced by the code "Saves" under ISRI's Scrap Specifications Circular 2017.
What materials disqualify a load from this grade?
Borings, turnings, dross pieces, chunks, melted pieces, and skimmings are excluded from the grade.
How does Old Zinc Die Cast pricing compare with new zinc die cast?
Scrap yards pay less for used Old Zinc Die Cast than for new or unused zinc die cast.
Where can sellers check current regional prices for this material?
ScrapMonster's Zinc Scrap Prices and Scrap Yard Prices sections list regional and yard-level figures.