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A commercial client unloading heavy tungsten and carbide scrap from a truck at a weighbridge.
A commercial client unloading heavy tungsten and carbide scrap from a truck at a weighbridge.

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Sell Tungsten Carbide Scrap

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Sell tungsten carbide scrap. We buy inserts, HSS & tooling, weigh on our own calibrated scales and pay instant EFT. Bring your ID.

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We buy tungsten carbide scrap, paying R200 to R270 per kg for sorted carbide inserts and tips, and R150 to R220 per kg for mixed carbide tooling. Drop your load at our yard or book a collection, and we weigh it on calibrated scales and pay instant EFT once it's graded against daily LME rates.

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Looking to offload high-value industrial metals from your manufacturing operations - Sell Tungsten Carbide Scrap . As 's dedicated buyer of specialized tooling alloys, we process premium CNC machining waste, high-speed steel (HSS), and heavy metal offcuts.

We provide engineering workshops with transparent alloy grading, reliable weighbridge services, and highly profitable recycling returns for specialty metals.

A scrap metal dealer discussing current LME market prices for carbide inserts with a B2B client.
A scrap metal dealer discussing current LME market prices for carbide inserts with a B2B client.

Quick Facts: Tungsten & Carbide Recycling (2026)

  • Average Payouts: Tungsten carbide inserts and tips yield between R200 and R270 per kg, while mixed carbide tooling ranges from R150 to R220 per kg depending on daily LME rates.
  • Metals Accepted: Tungsten carbide inserts, pure tungsten wire, mixed carbide tooling, drill bits, and high-speed steel (HSS).
  • Legal Compliance: Strictly aligned with the Second-Hand Goods Act; valid ID, Passport, or Traffic Register required for all transactions.
  • Service Areas: and the greater industrial nodes.
  • Payment Methods: Instant EFT payments processed securely immediately upon weighbridge verification.

How Much is Tungsten and Carbide Scrap Worth?

Sorted tungsten carbide inserts and tips typically sell for between R200 and R270 per kilogram, while mixed carbide tooling yields between R150 and R220 per kilogram. These premium prices are driven by global London Metal Exchange (LME) demand for critical tooling alloys.

Unlike standard ferrous metals, pricing for specialized heavy metals relies heavily on purity and exact alloy composition. We utilize advanced spectrometry testing and certified commercial scales to grade your materials accurately. Below is our consolidated guide to current tungsten carbide prices for high-yield industrial scrap.

Material GradeCommon ExamplesEstimated Price Range (per kg)
Pure Tungsten ScrapClean industrial pure tungsten, high-grade manufacturing offcutsR200 - R270
Tungsten Carbide InsertsClean, sorted CNC machining inserts, lathe toolingR200 - R270
Mixed Carbide & ToolingMixed drill bits, milling cutters, unsorted industrial toolsR150 - R220
Tungsten Wire & SludgeFilaments, specialized industrial wire, processing sludgeR120 - R180

Common Industrial Tooling Alloys We Recycle

Sorting your engineering waste by metal type ensures you receive the maximum payout. We regularly purchase the following high-value alloys from manufacturing facilities:

  • Pure tungsten scrap including heavy high-grade manufacturing offcuts
  • Tungsten carbide inserts used extensively in CNC machining and lathing
  • Mixed carbide tooling such as worn drill bits, end mills, and milling cutters
  • Tungsten wire, industrial filaments, and specialized metal processing sludge
  • High-speed steel (HSS) and heavy industrial structural steel and iron
A certified metal inspector checking a heavy stack of sorted tungsten and carbide scrap metal before processing payment.
A certified metal inspector checking a heavy stack of sorted tungsten and carbide scrap metal before processing payment.

Commercial Scrap Management Manufacturers

Tungsten and carbide are critical components in modern manufacturing, renowned for their extreme hardness and heat resistance. Because mining virgin tungsten is energy-intensive, recycling these alloys is vital for sustaining the industrial supply chain. Proper processing also prevents heavy metals from contaminating local soil and groundwater.

For factories operating in heavily industrialized areas like Alrode, and Spartan, offloading spent cutting tools transforms industrial waste into a reliable revenue stream. We assist engineering firms in reducing their waste disposal costs while meeting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance targets.

B2B Drop-Off and Skip Bin Logistics

We provide flexible scrap collection logistics. For manufacturing plants generating continuous machining waste, we supply scheduled heavy-duty skip bin placements and ongoing site clearance services for firms that also sell scrap machinery and plant. If you operate a smaller workshop and have a concentrated load of carbide inserts, simply deliver it directly to our yard for rapid processing.

The Industrial Weigh-and-Pay Process

Our facility ensures absolute transparency for commercial contractors and independent metal collectors. We separate your pure tungsten from standard non-ferrous metals and place them on highly calibrated digital scales. You have direct sight of the digital readout in real-time. Once graded against daily market rates, our finance team authorizes an immediate EFT to your corporate or personal account.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I sell CNC machining scrap near me?

We purchase CNC machining waste directly at our central processing yard. We buy everything from sorted carbide inserts to high-speed steel turnings and mixed tooling scrap from workshops.

Do you provide commercial site assessments for factory clearances?

Yes. For large-scale manufacturing facilities and engineering operations, our team conducts free on-site evaluations. We utilize portable spectrometry equipment to assess your specific alloy grades and provide a precise, no-obligation quote based on live base metal data.

What documentation is required to sell scrap metal legally?

To comply with the Second-Hand Goods Act, every seller must present a valid ID, Passport, or recognized Traffic Register upon delivery. We process all regulatory documentation digitally, ensuring your corporate waste management records remain fully compliant.

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Stop leaving money on the workshop floor. Turn your spent drill bits, cutting inserts, and machining offcuts into immediate working capital when you sell your scrap metal to us.

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