Recycled & Scrap Plastic Buyers: We Buy & Sell Inventory!

If you’re looking to sell your recycled or scrap plastic and need a reliable construction material buyer, Central City Group is the place to go. We specialize in purchasing a wide variety of scrap and recycled plastic materials, including industrial plastic, post-consumer waste, plastic film, and much more. Our competitive prices, fast evaluations, and timely payments are just some of the reasons that make us one of the best buyers in the country. Our company has been specializing in attaining high returns for surplus, aged, recycled, distressed, and salvaged metals, plastic, and much more for well over a decade. We deal with many of the largest companies in the world regularly, and all of our buyers and sellers rely on us to turn their assets into capital while minimizing downtime or lost time. You’ll receive personalized attention and expert advice to help you find flexible solutions for any situation. Selling your excess plastic is much more profitable than recycling.

Types of Plastic We Purchase

At Central City Group, we connect buyers and sellers by purchasing your scrap and recycled plastic and then selling it to various companies and industries throughout the world. Instead of pennies on the dollar through recycling, you can sell your excess plastic to buyers who can reuse it for a variety of applications. Here are some of the types of plastic we purchase:

  • HDPE: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic is a thermoplastic polymer with durable, strong, and lightweight qualities. HDPE is one of the most common types of plastic used today and is often utilized for product packaging like food and beverage containers, bottles for cosmetics, medicine, and more. It’s also found in many products like cutting boards, tables, shelving, outdoor furniture, signage, and as marine components.
  • PVC: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC or Vinyl) is a high-strength thermoplastic material widely used in a variety of applications. PVC is often used to make pipes, specific medical devices, and certain types of cable and wiring insulation. This plastic is the world’s third-most produced synthetic plastic polymer, and there are plenty of buyers looking to purchase this specific plastic in bulk or wholesale.
  • PET: Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a durable, clear plastic commonly used to manufacture bottles, fibers, and engineering plastics. PET is a form of polyester derived from petroleum and can be used to make synthetic fibers for clothing, combined with glass fiber to make engineering resins, and as a filament for 3D printing. This plastic is also used in medical devices that are used inside the human body and can also be used to manufacture PPE (personal protective equipment) for first responders, construction workers, and medical professionals.

Our Plastic Buying Process

Here’s more information about how our process works for paper buyers, plastic buyers, and more.

  • We will perform an in-depth inventory and inspection process to help determine the fair value of your recycled, scrap, excess, or obsolete plastic. We can also expedite the sales process by presenting your inventory to buyers directly.
  • After we perform the inspection and estimation services, we’ll provide you with several channels to help you sell, remove, and transport your plastic at an affordable price. We also offer buyer connections that include pick-up and delivery services, and we can also arrange global shopping for certain plastic items.
  • Our experienced team members will provide you with services and solutions to bring you top dollar for your excess plastic. You’ll be connected to an asset recovery specialist who stays up to date on the latest assets and their demand, as well as their average costs.
  • We’ll also advertise and promote the items you need to sell to ensure that you get the best solution and the most money possible through our online platforms and extensive network specially designed to reach a broad audience.

Factors Affecting Plastic Prices

1. Supply & Demand

  • Global Demand for Recycled Plastics: The need for recycled plastic has been growing as more industries and consumers push for sustainability. Plastics like PET (polyethylene terephthalate) are in high demand due to their versatility in manufacturing new products, which drives up their prices.
  • Market Conditions: Fluctuations in supply and demand impact the market. During times of economic growth, the demand for raw materials, including plastics, tends to increase, causing prices to rise. Conversely, during economic downturns, prices can fall if demand for plastic products decreases.
  • Regional Variability: Plastic prices can differ by region due to local availability and demand. Areas with more robust recycling programs may see higher demand for locally sourced plastics, influencing their price.

2. Plastic Quality and Purity

  • Clean vs. Contaminated Plastics: The more clean and sorted your plastics are, the higher the price you can expect. Contaminated plastics, such as those mixed with food waste, chemicals, or non-recyclable materials, typically fetch lower prices because they require additional processing to remove contaminants.
  • Grade and Type of Plastic: Higher-quality plastics (e.g., PET and HDPE) are typically more valuable than low-grade plastics (e.g., mixed plastics or PVC). High-grade plastics are in demand for recycling because they can be reused in manufacturing new products, offering better value to buyers.
  • Mixed Plastics: Mixed plastics, where different plastic types are not sorted, often result in a lower price due to the complexities in sorting and processing them. Buyers prefer uniform plastic types because they can be processed more efficiently.

3. Market Trends

  • Global Plastic Recycling Demand: As industries and governments push for more sustainable practices, the demand for recycled plastics increases. For example, in the automotive and packaging industries, there is a push to use more recycled plastics, which boosts the market value.
  • Price of Virgin Plastics: The price of virgin plastic (newly produced plastic) also plays a role in pricing. When the cost of producing virgin plastic is high due to petroleum price increases, recycled plastic becomes more cost-competitive, driving up its price. Conversely, if virgin plastic becomes cheaper, the demand for recycled plastics may decrease, lowering prices

Industries We Supply with Recycled Plastic

Whether you’re recycling or selling, many industries need recycled plastic. Central City Group supplies plastic to a wide range of industries, including public and private institutions, medical facilities, construction companies, gas and oil companies, energy industries, and so much more. Questions? Contact us today!