Stainless Steel Scrap
We buy stainless steel from catering, industrial and fabrication sources — including 304, 316, 201 and 403 grades. Stainless is graded by alloy content (especially nickel), so correct sorting makes a real difference to your price.
Stainless We Purchase
- 304 stainless steel
- 316 stainless steel (marine grade)
- 201 stainless steel
- 403 / 400-series stainless
- Stainless sheet & plate
- Stainless pipe & tube
- Tanks & vessels
- Stainless turnings & swarf
Stainless Grades We Accept
Sorted or mixed — we grade fairly so you get the right price for each type.
304 Stainless
The most common grade — non-magnetic, ~18/8 chrome-nickel.
316 Stainless
Marine grade with added molybdenum — higher value.
201 Stainless
Lower-nickel grade, priced below 304.
403 Stainless
400-series, magnetic, lower nickel content.
Stainless Sheet
Sheet and plate offcuts from fabrication.
Pipe & Tube
Stainless pipe and tube.
Tanks & Vessels
Stainless tanks and process vessels.
Turnings
Stainless machining turnings and swarf.
How to Identify Stainless
- Stainless resists rust and keeps a bright, clean finish.
- 300-series (304/316) is usually non-magnetic; 400-series (403) is magnetic.
- 316 contains molybdenum and is used in marine and chemical settings.
- A grade test kit or spark test helps confirm 304 vs 316.
- Heavier than aluminium; does not corrode like mild steel.
Common Sources
- Catering and commercial kitchens
- Food, dairy and brewing plant
- Fabrication and sheet-metal workshops
- Chemical and process industries
- Architectural and balustrade work
- Pharmaceutical and medical equipment
Industries Served
Applications
- Catering & food processing equipment
- Architectural & balustrade work
- Chemical & pharmaceutical plant
- Marine & offshore fittings
- Sinks, vessels & tanks
How We Recycle Stainless
Collection & Weighing
We collect and weigh your stainless on auditable scales with a clear ticket.
Grade Testing
We test and separate 304, 316 and 400-series to get you the right price.
Processing
Material is consolidated to clean, graded stock.
Export & Re-melt
Graded stainless enters our recycling network for re-melting.
What Affects Your Stainless Price
We're transparent about pricing — here's what moves the rate you're paid.
Nickel content
316 and 304 contain nickel and pay more than 201 or 400-series.
Cleanliness
Stainless free of attachments, plastic and contamination grades higher.
Alloy market
Nickel and chrome prices drive stainless values.
Quantity
Larger, grade-separated loads attract better rates.
Stainless — Related Services & Guides
Stainless Scrap — Common Questions
How do I tell 304 from 316 stainless?
Both are usually non-magnetic, but 316 contains molybdenum for corrosion resistance and is worth more. We grade-test material on collection so you're paid correctly.
Is magnetic stainless worth less?
Magnetic 400-series (e.g. 403) contains little or no nickel, so it's priced below 304/316. We separate it to value each grade fairly.
Do you buy stainless turnings?
Yes — stainless turnings and swarf are bought by grade, drained of coolant where possible.
Do you collect stainless for free?
Yes — free collection across Birmingham and the West Midlands for qualifying loads.
Sell Your Stainless Today
Send a photo and rough weight for a fast, fair quote — with free collection across the West Midlands and prompt, transparent payment.