What Is Hot Rolled Trimming Scrap Metal?
Hot Rolled (HR) Trimming Scrap Metal is the offcut produced during hot rolled steel coil processing. When large hot rolled coils are slit or cut to meet specific customer dimensions, the excess edge strips are collected as HR trimming scrap. This by-product is a high-quality, clean steel grade widely used in re-rolling mills and steel production facilities.
How HR Trimming Scrap Is Produced
Hot rolled steel coils are passed through a slitting machine where:
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Defective or excess coil edges are trimmed off.
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The trimmed strips are wound into mandrel bundles (mini coils).
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This maintains the material in a compact, manageable form for buyers and furnaces.
Key Specifications of HR Trimming Scrap
To be considered premium HR trimming scrap, the material should meet these specifications:
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Thickness: Typically between 2–6 mm
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Width: Around 8–20 mm
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Form: Flat coil shape, not loose, round or oval
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Cleanliness: Free of coatings, heavy contamination or foreign materials
These characteristics ensure easier handling, higher furnace efficiency, and better re-rolling performance.
Benefits of Hot Rolled Trimming Scrap
✅ High Purity & Clean Steel
Because HR trimmings are free from heavy coatings or impurities, they provide better furnace yields and lower slag production.
✅ Uniform Size & Shape
Wound bundles allow for efficient charging into furnaces and simpler handling.
✅ Versatility
Ideal for a range of applications:
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Steel re-rolling mills
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Electric arc and induction furnaces
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Cold drawing & wire manufacturing
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Fasteners and structural products
Applications and Demand
HR trimming scrap is in strong demand in major steel markets due to its clean carbon steel content and consistent quality. Key buyers include:
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Re-rolling mills
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Melting operations
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Wire rod & nail manufacturers
Countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Turkey import this grade for infrastructure and industrial steel production.
Export & Logistics
Hot Rolled trimming scrap is generally:
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Loaded into 20 ft containers
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22–25 MT per container when tightly coiled
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Exported globally to steel producers and processors
Proper winding ensures the material remains compact during loading, transport, and unloading.
Why work with Tiger on Hot Rolled Trimming Scrap?
We supply consistently high-grade hot rolled trimming scrap that offers:
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Reliable sizing and quality
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Competitive pricing for re-rollers and furnaces
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Efficient container loading and documentation
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Strong export capability globally
