Queensland · Regional centre · 0.86× regional adjustment

Scrap Stainless Steel Prices in Hervey Bay

Scrap stainless steel in Hervey Bay currently pays from $1.14 per kilogram for 304 stainless up to $1.24 for 316 stainless. Hervey Bay is a regional centre in Queensland, with rates set by transport distance to the nearest capital and smelter network.

Stainless Steel grades and payouts in Hervey Bay (per kg)

Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($2.41/kg) and Hervey Bay's 0.86× regional adjustment. Actual offers vary by yard, load size, and material quality.

Grade Payout rate Est. mid (AUD/kg) Range
304 Stainless
The most common stainless grade — 18% chromium, 8% nickel. Used in kitchen sinks, food equipment, and general fabrication.
 55% $1.14 $0.97 – $1.31
316 Stainless
Marine grade — adds 2-3% molybdenum to 304's composition for higher corrosion resistance. Pays more due to molybdenum content.
 60% $1.24 $1.06 – $1.43

Price history

Local Hervey Bay prices track the national stainless steel series — multiply by 0.86 for Hervey Bay equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national stainless steel page.

Stainless Steel in Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay yards serve a coastal residential market with relatively modest volume. Most large loads consolidate at Maryborough or Bundaberg.

As a regional centre, Hervey Bay's stainless steel flow comes primarily from residential renovations, local trade work, and rural property clearances. Yards in Hervey Bay consolidate volume for shipment to processing facilities in larger centres.

Scrap yards in Hervey Bay that buy stainless steel

5 verified scrap yards in the Hervey Bay area. Browse all yards in Hervey Bay →

Frequently asked questions

What's the current price for scrap stainless steel in Hervey Bay? +

Today's estimated payouts in Hervey Bay range from $1.14 per kilogram (304 stainless) up to $1.24 (316 stainless). Prices update daily and reflect Hervey Bay's 0.86× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.

Where can I sell scrap stainless steel in Hervey Bay? +

We're building a verified directory of Hervey Bay scrap yards. Until that's live, call 2-3 yards in your area before transport. Most Hervey Bay yards accept stainless steel in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements. For larger loads, also consider yards in Brisbane.

Why does Hervey Bay pay 14% less than Sydney for stainless steel? +

Transport cost. Stainless Steel sold in Hervey Bay eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via Brisbane — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. The 0.86× regional adjustment models this transport drag based on observed yard rates and distance to processing facilities.

How is stainless steel graded at Hervey Bay yards? +

Hervey Bay yards use the same grading system as the rest of Australia: 304 Stainless, 316 Stainless. The grade depends on cleanliness, alloy purity, and contamination. See our complete <a href="/metals/stainless/">Stainless Steel grading guide</a> for what each grade means, examples, and how to identify it.

Do I need ID to sell stainless steel at a Hervey Bay yard? +

Yes for any non-ferrous scrap. Queensland 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 Hervey Bay to a bigger city for higher stainless steel rates? +

Generally no, unless you have a very large load. Fuel costs from Hervey Bay to Brisbane 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 0.86× rate.

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