Terms and Conditions

Terms And Conditions

Last Updated: 3 August 2026

Welcome to Scrap Mart. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and the services we provide, including scrap metal purchasing, recycling, enquiries and collection arrangements at our Auckland and Christchurch locations.

By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

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About Scrap Mart

About Scrap Mart

Scrap Mart provides scrap metal buying, recycling and export services for households, tradies, businesses, workshops and commercial suppliers.

Our services include:

Scrap Mart operates from:

Auckland Branch: 11 Edinburgh Street, Onehunga, Auckland

Christchurch Branch: 48 Curries Road, Hillsborough, Christchurch 8022

  • Buying accepted scrap metal

  • Scrap metal recycling and export

  • Battery recycling for accepted battery types

  • Sale of used car batteries from the Auckland yard

  • Commercial scrap collection enquiries

  • Scrap metal weighing and grading

  • Instant payment after inspection and confirmation

Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal prices displayed on our website are indicative only, and may change based on:

The final price is confirmed after the scrap metal has been inspected, weighed and graded at the yard. Scrap Mart may update prices without prior notice.

  • Current international metal market conditions

  • Material type and grade

  • Quantity supplied

  • Cleanliness and quality of material

  • Location and processing requirements

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Scrap Metal Acceptance

Scrap Mart accepts a range of scrap metal, including Aluminium, Batteries, Brass, Copper, Electric Motors, Fridge Motors, Industrial Air-Con Units, Lead, Mixed Metal, PVC Wire, Stainless Steel, Starter Motors and Alternator Motors, Steel and Zinc.

All materials are subject to inspection and approval before purchase. Scrap Mart reserves the right to refuse material that does not meet acceptance requirements.

Items not accepted include Alkaline Batteries, Asbestos, Biological Waste, Flammable Liquids, Gas Bottles, Lithium Batteries, Oil, and any other unsafe or prohibited material.

Scrap Metal Acceptance
Scrap Metal Acceptance
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Identification Requirements

Scrap Mart is a licensed second-hand dealer under the Second-hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 2004. A current New Zealand driver's licence, passport or NZ 18+ card is required by law, and we must record identification from every seller. Material will not be purchased without valid identification.

Identification Requirements
Identification Requirements
Quotes And Enquiries

Quotes And Enquiries

When you submit an enquiry, provide scrap details or request a quote:

Submitting an enquiry does not guarantee a purchase agreement or a collection service.

  • The information you provide must be accurate and complete

  • Quotes are estimates only until the material is inspected

  • Final payment depends on confirmed weight, grade and condition

  • Scrap Mart may contact you about your enquiry

Scrap Metal Collection Services

Scrap Metal Collection Services

Commercial scrap metal collection is assessed case by case and depends on:

Scrap Mart decides whether a collection request is suitable. Collection arrangements must be confirmed before pickup.

  • Type of material

  • Quantity of scrap

  • Site accessibility

  • Collection requirements

  • Availability of our team

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Weighing And Payment

Payments are calculated on the confirmed weight, grade and applicable pricing at the time of inspection. Payment is made by cash or bank transfer after the material has been inspected and approved. Scrap Mart aims to provide transparent weighing and grading. Final payment decisions are based on the assessment completed at the yard.

Weighing And Payment
Weighing And Payment
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Used Battery Sales

Used car batteries sold from the Auckland yard carry a three-month warranty from the date of purchase. Fitting may be available for an additional cost. Stock availability is not guaranteed until confirmed by the branch.

Used Battery Sales
Used Battery Sales
Website Use

Website Use

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes. You must not:

We reserve the right to restrict access to users who misuse our website.

  • Attempt to damage or interfere with website functionality

  • Use website content for unauthorised commercial purposes

  • Submit false or misleading information through enquiry forms

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to website systems

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Website Information Accuracy

We make reasonable efforts to keep information on our website accurate and up to date. We do not guarantee that all information, including prices, services, availability or operating hours, will always be current or error-free. We may update website content at any time without notice.

Website Information Accuracy
Website Information Accuracy
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Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. Scrap Mart does not control and is not responsible for their content, availability or privacy practices.

Third-Party Links
Third-Party Links
Limitation Of Liability

Limitation Of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, Scrap Mart is not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising from:

  • Use of our website

  • Reliance on website information

  • Delays or interruptions in website availability

  • Incorrect information submitted by users

  • Services affected by circumstances outside our control

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Privacy

Any personal information collected through our website or services is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable New Zealand privacy laws.

Privacy
Privacy
Terms and Conditions

Changes To These Terms

Scrap Mart may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Changes To These Terms
Changes To These Terms
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