Characteristics
- Generated from cutting or stamping operations during manufacturing.
- Classified as new scrap, with no prior use.
- Free from significant oxidation or corrosion.
- Free from oil, paint, plastic, and other contaminants.
- Typically contains a high percentage of copper when produced from pure copper materials.
Applications
New Clipping/Stamping scrap is commonly recycled into:
- Electrical wires and cables.
- Copper bars and sheets.
- Electrical and electronic components.
- Industrial electrical equipment.
Sources
This type of scrap is commonly generated by:
- Copper wire and cable manufacturers.
- Metal stamping facilities.
- Electrical component manufacturers.
- Copper sheet and bar fabrication plants.
Value
- Commands a high market value due to its clean and uniform quality.
- Requires minimal processing before smelting.
- Provides a high copper recovery rate, making it an efficient recycling material.
