Mixed Plastic Scrap Price
Sorted mixed post-consumer plastics.
Indicative USD/kg
$0.1200
As of 5 August 2026, the indicative market price for Mixed Plastic scrap is US$0.12 per kilogram — about US$120 per tonne or US$0.05 per pound. The trend is currently stable. Actual yard and export prices vary with grade, volume, location, and freight terms.
Source: ScrapTrade indicative market rates, updated 5 August 2026.
Plastics Scrap Prices (5 August 2026)
| Material | USD / kg | USD / tonne | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| PET Plastic (#1) | $0.2800 | $280 | |
| HDPE Plastic (#2) | $0.3500 | $350 | |
| Mixed Plastic | $0.1200 | $120 |
Indicative global reference rates in USD, updated daily. Local yard prices differ by region, grade, and volume.
About Mixed Plastic
Sorted mixed post-consumer plastics.
Prices for mixed plastic fluctuate with global commodity markets, local yard demand, and material condition. Use the calculator to estimate the value of your scrap in your own currency and preferred unit (kilogram, tonne, or pound).
Mixed Plastic Price FAQs
What is the price of Mixed Plastic scrap today?
As of 5 August 2026, the indicative market price for Mixed Plastic scrap is US$0.12 per kilogram — about US$120 per tonne or US$0.05 per pound. The trend is currently stable. Actual yard and export prices vary with grade, volume, location, and freight terms.
What affects Mixed Plastic scrap prices?
Mixed Plastic prices track global commodity benchmarks and regional demand. The biggest factors are grade and purity (Sorted mixed post-consumer plastics.), lot volume, contamination level, your distance to the buyer or port, and the incoterm agreed (EXW, FOB, or CIF). Larger, well-sorted, documented lots consistently achieve better prices.
How do I sell Mixed Plastic scrap at the best price?
List it on a marketplace where buyers compete: on ScrapTrade you can run a live auction or set a fixed price, reach verified international buyers, and get paid through escrow — funds are held until the order completes. Listing is free and every listing is video-and-GPS verified for buyer trust.
Is this Mixed Plastic price a quote?
No — it is an indicative market reference updated daily, intended for estimating. For a firm price, list your material on ScrapTrade or check live listings and recent transaction data on the ScrapTrade Price Index.
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Prices as of 8/5/2026, 6:48:17 AM
Sorted mixed post-consumer plastics.
Prices are indicative estimates. Actual yard prices vary by location, grade and condition.