Top 10 Companies in the Southeast Asia and United States Zinc Scrap Market (2024-2032): Industry Leaders Advancing Circular Economy

In Business Insights
June 25, 2025

The Southeast Asia and United States Zinc Scrap Market was valued at USD 2.95 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.38 Billion by 2032, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period (2024-2032). This expansion is fueled by rising demand for galvanized steel in construction, expanding automotive production, and global sustainability initiatives promoting metal recycling as a cornerstone of industrial decarbonization.

With zinc recycling offering significant energy savings (76% less energy than primary production) and environmental benefits, scrap processing has become a strategic priority for manufacturers across these key markets. This blog examines the Top 10 Companies in the Zinc Scrap Industry – global processors, regional specialists, and integrated traders transforming waste into valuable metal resources.


🔟 1. Sims Metal Management

Headquarters: New York, USA (Global Operations)
Key Offering: Comprehensive zinc scrap processing and industrial solutions

As the world’s largest publicly traded metal recycler, Sims processes over 500,000 metric tons of non-ferrous metals annually across 200+