Scrap Zinc Prices in Albany
Scrap zinc in Albany currently pays from $1.91 per kilogram for clean zinc up to $1.91 for clean zinc. Albany is a regional centre in Western Australia, with rates set by transport distance to the nearest capital and smelter network.
Zinc grades and payouts in Albany (per kg)
Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($4.57/kg) and Albany's 0.76× regional adjustment. Actual offers vary by yard, load size, and material quality.
| Grade | Payout rate | Est. mid (AUD/kg) | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean Zinc Clean zinc die-cast or sheet zinc. | 55% | $1.91 | $1.63 – $2.20 |
Price history
Local Albany prices track the national zinc series — multiply by 0.76 for Albany equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national zinc page.
Zinc in Albany
Albany is the largest town in WA's Great Southern region, 400km south-east of Perth. Scrap yards here serve agricultural, marine and residential customers across a wide rural catchment, with transport distance to Perth smelters limiting payout rates.
As a regional centre, Albany's zinc flow comes primarily from residential renovations, local trade work, and rural property clearances. Yards in Albany consolidate volume for shipment to processing facilities in larger centres.
Scrap yards in Albany that buy zinc
We don't have any verified yards in Albany yet. Search for 'zinc scrap yard Albany' or call yards in your area before transporting a load. View directory page →
Frequently asked questions
What's the current price for scrap zinc in Albany? +
Today's estimated payouts in Albany range from $1.91 per kilogram (clean zinc) up to $1.91 (clean zinc). Prices update daily and reflect Albany's 0.76× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.
Where can I sell scrap zinc in Albany? +
We're building a verified directory of Albany scrap yards. Until that's live, call 2-3 yards in your area before transport. Most Albany yards accept zinc in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements. For larger loads, also consider yards in Perth.
Why does Albany pay 24% less than Sydney for zinc? +
Transport cost. Zinc sold in Albany eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via Perth — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. The 0.76× regional adjustment models this transport drag based on observed yard rates and distance to processing facilities.
How is zinc graded at Albany yards? +
Albany yards use the same grading system as the rest of Australia: Clean Zinc. The grade depends on cleanliness, alloy purity, and contamination. See our complete <a href="/metals/zinc/">Zinc grading guide</a> for what each grade means, examples, and how to identify it.
Do I need ID to sell zinc at a Albany yard? +
Yes for any non-ferrous scrap. Western Australia legislation requires yards to record seller ID on regulated transactions to deter metal theft. Bring a driver's licence or other photo ID. Cash payments above certain thresholds may require additional documentation.
Is it worth driving from Albany to a bigger city for higher zinc rates? +
Generally no, unless you have a very large load. Fuel costs from Albany to Perth quickly eat the rate difference, especially for a single residential load. The exception is high-value loads of clean copper or brass — for loads above a few hundred kilograms of clean material, the maths can work out. For everything else, consolidate locally and accept the 0.76× rate.