Recycled Scrap Metal Market Forecast to Witness Substantial Growth

The rising emphasis on sustainability and resource conservation will drive demand for recycled materials.

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Future Market Insights (FMI) predicts that the global market for recycled scrap metal will increase rapidly. By 2035, the market is projected to be valued at $149.9 billion, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. This is comparable to the $75.5 billion market value in 2025. There is an increasing need for recycled materials in a number of industries.

The need for recycled materials will increase as sustainability and resource conservation gain more attention. Over the next ten years, the demand for recycled scrap will expand due to strict recycling requirements and industries' greater focus on finding ways to lower their carbon footprints. The industrial sectors of consumer goods, electronics, automobiles, and construction will be the primary drivers of demand.

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The efficient processing of scrap materials has greatly improved as a result of the cutting-edge recycling technology. As a result, more businesses are using recycled materials in their manufacturing. Utilizing recycled materials also has major financial advantages, such as lower production costs and energy usage, which will support market expansion.

According to the FMI research, the market is also confronted with a number of difficulties. These include problems with quality control, market volatility, insufficient infrastructure, and consumer ignorance.

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