If your shop or facility works with chemical processing equipment or high-temperature alloys, chances are you’ve come across Hastelloy. This corrosion-resistant alloy is designed to perform in some of the toughest industrial environments — and it’s also a highly valuable scrap material when it reaches the end of its service life.
What Is Hastelloy?
Hastelloy is a nickel-based alloy that typically includes chromium and molybdenum. It’s engineered to resist oxidizing and reducing agents, making it one of the go-to materials for environments exposed to acids, saltwater, and high temperatures.
Because of these properties, Hastelloy is often found in:
- Chemical processing plants (piping, reactors, heat exchangers)
- Power generation systems
- Marine and aerospace applications
Key Properties
- Extremely corrosion-resistant, even in strong acids
- High strength under heat and stress
- Long service life, making it ideal for industrial components
- Non-magnetic and dense, with a smooth, shiny surface
Hastelloy Scrap Value
Due to its high nickel and molybdenum content, Hastelloy carries high scrap value in today’s metal markets.
Current prices generally range as a lower rare earth metal, depending on the specific grade, with Hastelloy C-22 and Hastelloy C-276 being two of the most commonly recycled types.
Prices fluctuate with the global nickel market, so make sure to reach out for the most accurate quote.
Identifying Hastelloy Scrap
If you’re not sure whether a piece of material is Hastelloy, here are a few quick identifiers:
- It’s non-magnetic (unlike steel)
- It feels heavy for its size
- The surface often appears silvery-gray and smooth
When in doubt, RRCarbide can help confirm the grade through XRF testing and provide a fair, transparent price quote.
Recycle Hastelloy With RRCarbide
We specialize in purchasing Hastelloy scrap and other high-value alloys from machine shops, manufacturers, and industrial facilities across the U.S.
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