Why Loads Get Rejected or Marked Down
Why Scrap Loads Get Rejected or Marked Down
Straight answers on the common reasons scrap loads get rejected or marked down — and how to avoid it before you arrive.
Get an Accurate Offer →Browse the FAQsAlmost every disappointing scrap offer traces back to a handful of avoidable issues — contamination, mixed materials, moisture, or simple misidentification. This site breaks down exactly what causes mark-downs and rejections, so you can avoid them before you make the trip.
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Avoid the Common Pitfalls
Know What Gets Marked Down
Mixed metals, contamination, and moisture — what actually costs you value.
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