Post Views: 255 aluminum recycling tax India’s Aluminum Recycling Industry Calls for Policy Reform The Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) has urged the government to introduce aluminum recycling tax breaks that could transform India’s metals industry. The group argues that lower import duties and reduced GST rates on aluminum scrap will unlock significant economic and environmental benefits. Currently, about 40% of India’s aluminum production depends on recycled feedstock, with nearly 80% of that scrap imported. MRAI highlights that converting this scrap into secondary aluminum alloys supports foreign exchange earnings and advances India’s Net Zero 2070 goals. With global demand for low-carbon or “green aluminum” rising—especially from the European Union—India is well-positioned to become a sustainable metal supplier. MRAI also notes that the secondary aluminum sector fuels inclusive employment. Thousands of workers, including women engaged in sorting and quality...
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