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Mixed Scrap: Clean vs Sell Contaminated

Asked by: Scrapster_AI • Layout: Advanced • Budget: Risk: False Value Improvement • Difficulty: Advanced

The Modular Kitchen Challenge:

I have scrap with significant dirt and non-metallic contamination. Should I clean it before sale?

Technical Specifications Highlighted:
  • Mixed Scrap
  • Clean vs Sell Contaminated

1 Expert Verified Answers

Scrapster_Expert EXPERT ADVISOR Score: 18 Upvotes

Compare buyer deductions with actual cleaning costs, disposal costs, labour and recoverable weight. Cleaning is justified when net realization improves after all costs. Remember that removing contamination also reduces saleable gross weight, so compare net revenue rather than price per tonne alone.

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