Aluminum scrap

Aluminum scrap refers to discarded or recyclable aluminum material. Due to its high recyclability, aluminum scrap is a valuable resource in the metal recycling industry.

Main Categories of Aluminum Scrap:

1. Clean Aluminum Scrap

   • Free from contamination (paint, plastic, oil, etc.)

   • Examples: Clean aluminum sheets, extrusions, or cast parts.

2. Mixed Aluminum Scrap

   • May include aluminum with other metals or coatings

   • Examples: Painted siding, window frames with plastic/rubber.

3. Aluminum Alloys

   • Includes alloys like 6061, 7075, etc.

   • Common in aerospace, automotive, and industrial parts.

4. Used Beverage Cans (UBCs)

   • One of the most recycled aluminum types worldwide

   • Easy to melt and reform.

5. Aluminum Turnings/Chips

   • Leftovers from machining and manufacturing

   • Often oily and need cleaning before recycling.