Electronics Scrap in the UK

Electronics scrap is one of the fastest-growing areas of the secondary metals market. It includes circuit boards, cables, connectors, power supplies, and mixed electronic components. Unlike traditional scrap categories, its value is not determined by weight alone, but by recoverable metal content and processing complexity. Unlike standardized commodities, electronics scrap varies significantly in quality.

Electronics Scrap Prices

Prices for electronics scrap vary depending on metal content, sorting level, and volume. Clean, well-separated boards and cable fractions usually achieve better rates. In today’s market, pricing is usually calculated based on estimated recoverable metal content and current exchange prices. Delivery terms matter as well. EXW pricing shifts transportation responsibility to the buyer, while delivered offers provide clearer cost visibility. VAT treatment depends on jurisdiction, but in international scrap trade it is commonly excluded from quoted prices.