Tasmania · Capital city · 0.85× regional adjustment

Scrap Stainless Steel Prices in Hobart

Scrap stainless steel in Hobart currently pays from $1.12 per kilogram for 304 stainless up to $1.22 for 316 stainless. As the capital of Tasmania, Hobart has the densest scrap yard network in the state.

Stainless Steel grades and payouts in Hobart (per kg)

Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($2.40/kg) and Hobart's 0.85× 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% $1.12 $0.95 – $1.29
316 Stainless
Marine grade — adds 2-3% molybdenum to 304's composition for higher corrosion resistance. Pays more due to molybdenum content.
 60% $1.22 $1.04 – $1.41

Price history

Local Hobart prices track the national stainless steel series — multiply by 0.85 for Hobart equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national stainless steel page.

Where these numbers come from

Figure Value Source Type Checked
Stainless Steel spot price A$2.40/kg Calculated: 8% nickel (MetalpriceAPI) + a fixed A$0.50/kg chromium allowance Our calculation, partly a fixed estimate
Hobart regional factor 0.85× Our model (freight distance and yard rate differences) Our estimate
Stainless Steel grade payout rates 55% / 60% Our estimate from published yard rate cards Our estimate

Spot prices are converted to Australian dollars per kilogram. Yard payouts are our estimates (spot × grade payout rate × regional factor), not quotes from any yard. The chromium allowance is a fixed figure set on 2026-05-16, not a market price. Full detail: methodology.

Stainless Steel in Hobart

Hobart's smaller market and ferry-dependent logistics keep payouts below mainland averages. Most non-ferrous metal ships north for processing, costing the local yards margin.

As a capital city, Hobart has the densest scrap yard concentration in Tasmania, with active buyers for all common stainless steel grades. Industrial demolition, residential renovations, and trade volumes from electricians, plumbers, and panel beaters provide consistent supply.

Scrap yards in Hobart that buy stainless steel

4 scrap yards listed in the Hobart area. Browse all yards in Hobart →

Frequently asked questions

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

Today's estimated payouts in Hobart range from $1.12 per kilogram (304 stainless) up to $1.22 (316 stainless). Prices update daily and reflect Hobart's 0.85× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.

Where can I sell scrap stainless steel in Hobart? +

Check the Hobart yard directory for addresses and phone numbers, then call 2-3 yards before transport. Most Hobart yards accept stainless steel in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements.

Why does Hobart pay 15% less than Sydney for stainless steel? +

Transport cost. Stainless Steel sold in Hobart eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via the state capital — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. The 0.85× regional adjustment models this transport drag based on observed yard rates and distance to processing facilities.

How is stainless steel graded at Hobart yards? +

Hobart 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 Hobart scrap yards require photo ID? +

Section 9 says a dealer must not receive goods unless the seller produces documentary proof of identity showing their correct name and address. The Act sets no points system, weight or value threshold, so expect to show ID for any sale to a dealer covered by the Act. (No scrap-specific Act. The Second-hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 1994 applies and does not mention scrap metal specifically. Dealers do not hold a licence but must give the nearest police station at least one month's written notice before starting business.; last checked 2026-09-02.)

Can I be paid cash for scrap metal in Hobart? +

No cash ban. The Act contains no payment method rules. (Last checked 2026-09-02.)

Is it worth driving from Hobart to a bigger city for higher stainless steel rates? +

Generally no, unless you have a very large load. Fuel costs from Hobart to the nearest capital 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 0.85× rate.

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