My fellow Nigerian I’ve got a quick question for you. Did you know that you have another source of income sitting at home with you? 

Yes, YOU.

That thing you call “scraps?” I am delighted to inform you that I see an opportunity to earn while being a part of the environmental sustainability movement. In other words, you can sell your “scraps” while at the same time cleaning your environment. Profitable in both ways, right?

Now what exactly is referred to as “scrap”? According to the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary, “scrap” can be defined as things that are not wanted or cannot be used for their original purpose; in plain words, trash/scrap. Not just any kind of trash “Recyclable trash” examples are electronic scrap, plastics scrap, and the infamous metal scraps.

I know you’re probably wondering…

“Just give me my money!!!”

Let’s get back on track, shall we?

Now that you’re probably wondering?

• How can I sell scraps?
• What types of scrap can I sell in Nigeria?
• What is the best scrap to sell? 
• How much is a kg of scrap metal in Nigeria? 
• Is it profitable to sell scrap in Nigeria?
• Where can I find local scrap dealers or yards?
• Are there any safety precautions to consider when selling scrap?
• What is the environmental impact of scrap recycling? 

And the most important: Where exactly can I sell scraps in Nigeria for cash and at the best price?

Wondering how I can read your mind? I am no magician, but I come bearing sustainable solutions, so let’s get into it one at a time.

How can I sell scraps? 

Step 1: This requires you to first intentionally gather your scraps. No more dumping into the gutters, dumping on streets. It’s time to switch to practicing intentional scrap/trash keeping and sorting. To make this process easier for you, when next you’re about to throw something out, group it into the following categories. 

• Degradable (the kind that goes rotten with worms after a period of time) 
• Non-degradable (the kind that we say stays kampe! And stays unaffected) in this category we have metal scraps, plastic scraps, aluminium scraps, which can be gotten from aluminium, zinc pieces, metal rods, foams, plastic chairs, bottles, cups, even up to the metal cork covers found on Coca-Cola products, to the used or broken television… 

This list is endless, which means you have endless sources of income sitting at home, yes or yes?

Step 2: After this sorting process, the next step is cleaning; this is to prevent bacteria from growing on the disposed plastic, preventing your family from getting in contact with bacterial infections, and to prevent rust from getting on the metals so you can get the best prices for your scraps. 

Step 3: After which you’d need to contact local scrap dealers, or you can go as far as getting in contact with the scrap yards to know their physical drop-off point or getting in touch with an amazing online scrap market that can provide you with the quality service and buy your scraps from you for the best price. Guess what? I’ve got the answer to that question, but you have to stay with me as I’ll be letting you in on the amazing secret and dropping the contact information of the best company to deal with.

Amazing, right? Let’s get into the next question.

What types of scrap can I sell in Nigeria?

The major categories you can sell based on demand in the market include:

• Metal scrap: iron, used pots and pans, copper, aluminium, furniture made of iron, auto batteries, stainless steel, brass, lead auto batteries, spare parts of vehicles, nickel, copper wires, etc.
• Plastic scrap: such as plastic water bottles, chairs, tables, spoons, plates, plastic drink containers, plastic nylons, etc.
• Electronic scrap: yes, you heard me right—used mobile devices, appliances, computers, monitors, CPUs, keyboards, used microphones, televisions, and even system units.

What is the best scrap to sell?

Copper is popularly considered the most valuable scrap metal to sell. This is because of its weight, and it is high in demand. Other valuable scrap items to sell include lead, aluminium, brass, and stainless steel.

How much is a kg of scrap metal in Nigeria? The price of scrap metal varies with time and with the certain category of metal. Below is a table of the type of metal and the average cost in order of descending price.

Is It Profitable to Sell Scrap in Nigeria? 

The answer is yes! I’m going to let you in on a secret. Do you know how much those scavengers shouting “iron condemn” collectors make a month? An average of 200,000 naira per month! Shocking, isn’t it? Now you know why they push their cargo tirelessly, because for that price, who wouldn’t? Remember I said “an average,” meaning they make more than that a month on certain occasions. Imagine selling 500 kg worth of copper every month! That’s a whopping 5,000,000 million naira!!!

Are there any safety precautions to consider while scrap recycling?

Yes, a few safety precautions to take note of before you go into this lucrative scrap recycling and selling.

1. The use of safety gloves and safety glasses while sorting out your metals. This is to prevent cuts and also protect your eyes from the dust and flying debris during the collection and sorting process.
2. Make use of sorting bags. This aids in the separating of the different types of scrap metals and other forms of scrap. Thereby making transportation and the weighing process easier.

Where can I find local scrap dealers or yards? 

Remember the “secret” I mentioned earlier on? Dearest gentle reader, I am proud to introduce you to BuyScrap Nigeria, the best scrap dealers in the market that provide you with not just an amazing online scrap market; BuySc  is rap is the brand that is trustworthy and will pay you to sell your scraps for cash. We are all about the positive environmental impact of recycling. At BuyScrap, we are scrap recycling enthusiasts! We love to see our land and nature in Nigeria thrive, and our top priority is keeping our country forever green. We patronize Nigerians to sell their scrap for cash. As a resourceful way for environmental sustainability while combating effective waste management in Nigeria.

We also have our physical drop-off point at

• 593 Agege Motor Road, Shogunle, Lagos, 

• and 5 Shomide Street, Idi-Mangoro, Mangoro, Agege, Lagos.

At these locations we have our dealers ready and waiting to give you the best deals for your scrap. The entire process will be transparent, and you will be getting the best prices for your scrap. Don’t forget that the higher the weight, the higher the pay! So it’s best that you take your time to gather a reasonable amount of scrap items. Contact us online by visiting www.buyscrap.com.ng, and we’d be delighted to hear from you!

Conclusion: 

Where exactly can I sell scraps in Nigeria for cash and at the best price?

At BuyScrap. Our transparency process and customer service experience cannot be overlooked. We celebrate all who play an active role in the recycling process. So next time you find scrap metal, plastic, a chair, a cabinet, old newspapers, or used pots or iron in your homes or offices? Think BuyScraps. Our physical drop-off point remains:

• 593 Agege Motor Road, Shogunle, Lagos, 

• and 5 Shomide Street, Idi-Mangoro, Mangoro, Agege, Lagos.

For customers outside Lagos, we have a digital marketplace for users to buy and sell their scraps. Visit www.buyscrap.com.ng to sell your scrap anywhere you are in Nigeria. 

Now that you know the value of that “scrap” in your house, don’t you think it’s high time you make a profit from it by paying a visit to BuyScrap? If you snooze, you lose!

We look forward to you selling your scraps for cash!