PP (#5) – Polypropylene Scrap Price Manchester — £ 0.19

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The current scrap buying price for PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester as of April 10, 2026 is £ 0.19 per kilogram (British Pound). Prices are refreshed each trading day after LME market open.

What Is PP (#5) – Polypropylene?

Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates.

PP (#5) – Polypropylene is classified under Plastic Scrap — Sorted by resin type. Clean, uncontaminated bales command higher prices. Prices are set by local recycling market conditions and updated daily.

PP (#5) – Polypropylene Price in Manchester Today — April 2026

🗓️ Last updated: April 10, 2026 — refreshed daily at LME market open (08:10 London time).

Today’s indicative scrap yard buying price for PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester:

UnitPrice (British Pound)
Per kilogram (kg)£ £ 0.19
Per metric tonne£ 190
Per troy ounce£ 5.91

These are indicative buying rates — what a scrap yard pays you. Actual prices may vary by yard, quantity, and material condition within Manchester.

PP (#5) – Polypropylene Price in Other Currencies

Today’s PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap price across major currencies (per kg):

CodeCurrencyPrice / kg
USDUS Dollar$ 0.2550 /kg
AUDAustralian DollarA$ 0.3619 /kg
GBPBritish Pound£ 0.1901 /kg
EUREuro€ 0.2184 /kg
CADCanadian DollarC$ 0.3531 /kg
NZDNew Zealand DollarNZ$ 0.4376 /kg
SGDSingapore DollarS$ 0.3249 /kg

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What Affects PP (#5) – Polypropylene Prices in Manchester?

  • Global commodity markets: Prices are set by local recycling market conditions and updated daily.
  • Material condition: Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates. Cleaner, better-graded material attracts higher offers.
  • Local supply and demand: Construction, demolition, and manufacturing activity in Manchester directly influences what yards are willing to pay.
  • Exchange rates: Since base metals are benchmarked in USD, movements in the British Pound/USD rate affect your local payout.
  • Transport costs: Distance to the nearest processing facility affects the net rate offered by Manchester yards.

Tips for Selling PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester

  • Sort and clean your material before visiting a yard — Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates.
  • Get quotes from at least two or three Manchester buyers; prices can vary 5–15% between yards.
  • Check this page in the morning after LME open to confirm you are working with today’s rate.
  • Bring bulk quantities where possible — larger loads typically attract better per-kg rates.

About This Price Data

The PP (#5) – Polypropylene price on this page was last updated on April 10, 2026. Prices are sourced from live LME commodity data and real-time currency exchange rates, refreshed automatically every trading day at 08:10 London time (10 minutes after the LME Ring opens). Historical prices are not stored — this page always shows the current buying rate.

Use our Scrap Price Calculator to calculate the exact value of any quantity of PP (#5) – Polypropylene in your preferred currency and unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current scrap price of PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester?

As of April 2026, the indicative scrap buying price for PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester is £ 0.19 per kilogram (British Pound). This price is updated every trading day after the London Metal Exchange opens at 08:00 GMT. Always confirm the exact rate with your local scrap yard before delivering material.

How is the PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap price calculated?

Prices are set by local recycling market conditions and updated daily. The final price you receive depends on material grade, cleanliness, and quantity. Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates.

Where can I sell PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap in Manchester?

Most metal recyclers and scrap yards in Manchester accept PP (#5) – Polypropylene. Call ahead to confirm they are buying, as some yards have minimum quantities or specific grade requirements. Bringing clean, well-sorted material maximises your payout.

Does the PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap price change daily?

Yes. PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap prices move daily with global commodity markets. Our prices are updated every morning after the LME opens. Checking this page before visiting a yard ensures you are working with the most current rate.

What factors affect the PP (#5) – Polypropylene price in Manchester?

Key factors include global LME prices, the exchange rate between British Pound and USD, local supply and demand in Manchester, and material condition. Seasonal construction and demolition activity in the region also plays a role.

How much is PP (#5) – Polypropylene worth per tonne in Manchester?

Multiply the per-kg price by 1,000. Based on today’s rate of £ 0.19/kg, one metric tonne of PP (#5) – Polypropylene in Manchester is worth approximately £ 0. Large volumes may attract better per-tonne rates at local yards.

Is it worth selling PP (#5) – Polypropylene scrap?

PP (#5) – Polypropylene is an actively traded scrap material. Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates. Properly sorting and cleaning it before sale will yield the best return at yards in Manchester.

How do I prepare PP (#5) – Polypropylene for sale at a scrap yard?

Sort the material by grade, remove any attached fittings or non-matching metals, and ensure it is clean and dry. Containers, caps, car bumpers, crates. Call your chosen Manchester yard in advance to confirm current requirements and minimum quantities.

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