Pakistan Scrap Imports Surge 36% in September 2025
Pakistan’s scrap imports recorded robust growth in September 2025, highlighting a rebound in industrial and construction demand.
According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), import volume reached around 360,000 metric tons, a 36% increase month on month and a 30% rise year on year.
The value of these scrap imports rose to US$178 million, marking a 15% increase from August and an 11% gain compared to September 2024.
This growth reflects stronger activity in the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors amid expanding domestic consumption.
Import Volume and Market Trends
Scrap import volumes have risen sharply in recent months, supported by steel sector expansion and stable construction demand.
The 36% monthly increase outperformed the average growth rate seen in previous quarters, indicating renewed momentum in raw material procurement.
Meanwhile, steel product imports totaled 365,200 tons, up 6.3% month on month and 31% year on year.
This trend underlines Pakistan’s ongoing reliance on imported steel materials to support industrial production and urban development.
Import Value and Price Dynamics
The total value of scrap imports in September stood at US$178 million, while steel product imports reached US$219 million.
Although steel import value dipped 4% month on month, it remained 17% higher than a year earlier.
These shifts reflect global steel price volatility, foreign exchange fluctuations, and Pakistan’s evolving trade balance.
Economic Context and Drivers
Pakistan’s rising scrap demand aligns with broader macroeconomic trends.
The country’s trade deficit widened to around US$5.4 billion in Q3 2025, driven partly by stronger import activity.
Average global scrap prices hovered near US$486 per ton in September, encouraging buyers to secure material ahead of potential cost increases.
The construction and manufacturing sectors continue to show resilience, despite challenges in currency depreciation and energy costs.
Industrial Impact and Outlook
Higher scrap and steel imports are expected to sustain Pakistan’s steel production capacity through the end of 2025.
As infrastructure projects expand and private sector investment accelerates, the steel industry is likely to maintain upward momentum.
However, future stability will depend on global scrap prices, domestic demand, and government import policies.
Analysts suggest that if economic momentum persists, Pakistan’s scrap imports may remain elevated into early 2026.
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