Guide to selling metal scrap to Turkey in 2026

In 2026, it remains an effective opportunity to sell metal scrap to Turkey due to the electric-arc furnace (EAF) steel industry that is of immense global importance. Turkey has always been one of the largest importers of ferrous scrap in the world due to the fact that larger part of its steel production is EAF-based and relies on the scrap as a raw material. The process has however been made more controlled over the past few years. One must know the Turkish regulations, waste laws, and standards of excellence to excel in this market.