Copper Millberry Scrap Supplier in Europe
High purity copper millberry scrap supplied for international recycling and manufacturing industries. Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. delivers ISRI Berry grade copper millberry with 99.9% purity from the Port of Rotterdam to smelters and cable manufacturers worldwide.
What Is Copper Millberry Scrap?
Copper Millberry Scrap is the highest grade of copper scrap available in the international recycling market. It consists of bare, bright, uncoated copper wire that has been stripped of all insulation, producing a material with a minimum purity of 99.9% copper content.
The processing method involves mechanically stripping insulated copper cables, removing PVC, rubber, and other coatings to expose the pure copper conductor beneath. The resulting product is clean, bright-colored copper wire free from tin, solder, oil, and other contaminants.
Copper millberry is extensively used in copper rod drawing mills, electrical cable manufacturing, copper cathode production, and secondary smelting operations. Its high purity makes it the preferred feedstock for producing new copper products without additional refining.
At Nautica Metal Scrap B.V., we source millberry scrap from established European collection and processing networks, ensuring consistent quality that meets the strict import standards of Chinese, Indian, and Turkish smelters.
Copper Millberry Specifications
Our copper millberry scrap conforms to ISRI Berry classification standards.
Chemical & Physical Properties
- Purity99.9% Cu minimum
- OriginEurope (Netherlands)
- FormLoose / Baled
- Wire Diameter1.5mm – 16mm
- OxidationMinimal (bright finish)
- Contamination≤0.1%
Trade Specifications
- ISRI GradeBerry
- HS Code7404.00
- Minimum Order25 MT (1 × 20ft container)
- Monthly Supply500–2,000 MT
- PackingContainerized (20ft/40ft HC)
- InspectionSGS / Bureau Veritas
Industrial Applications
Metal Recycling Plants
Primary feedstock for secondary copper smelters producing refined copper cathodes and billets.
Cable Manufacturers
Melted and drawn into new copper wire rod for electrical cables, power transmission, and wiring.
Copper Smelters
Directly smelted to produce high-grade copper ingots for manufacturing and construction applications.
Industrial Processing
Used in brass and bronze alloy production, copper tube manufacturing, and electronics components.
Packing, Loading & Inspection
Packing Details
- • Loose loaded or baled in compact bundles
- • Loaded into 20ft or 40ft HC containers
- • Net weight per 20ft container: ~20–22 MT
- • Net weight per 40ft HC container: ~24–26 MT
- • Sealed containers with security locks
- • Photographs taken before sealing
Loading Port: Rotterdam
- • Port of Rotterdam — Europe's largest seaport
- • Direct routes to Shanghai, Mumbai, Istanbul, Dubai
- • Transit to China: 28–35 days
- • Transit to India: 18–22 days
- • Transit to Turkey: 10–14 days
- • CFR & CIF pricing available
SGS Inspection
- • Pre-shipment SGS inspection at Rotterdam
- • Quality certificate per container
- • Weight verification (weighbridge/draft survey)
- • Purity testing and chemical analysis
- • Photographic documentation of loading
- • Third-party lab analysis on request
Export Information & Documentation
Export Details
- Loading Port: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Packaging: Containerized shipment (FCL)
- Documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, SGS certificate, Bill of Lading
- Payment Terms: 30% TT advance + 70% LC at sight
Global Export Markets
We supply copper millberry scrap to buyers in major recycling markets worldwide:
Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. provides bulk copper millberry shipments worldwide from our operations in the Netherlands.
Copper Millberry Wire Scrap — Commercial Specifications
Millberry copper scrap is clean, bright, unalloyed copper wire supplied clean and dry, free from excessive insulation, oil, grease and foreign contamination — suitable for recycling, refining, remelting and industrial copper recovery.
| Product | Copper Millberry Wire Scrap (bare bright copper wire) |
|---|---|
| Grade | ISRI Berry / Millberry |
| Copper content | Approximately 99.9% Cu |
| Material condition | Clean, bright, unalloyed copper wire — clean and dry |
| Contamination | Free from excessive insulation, oil, grease and foreign material |
| Packaging | Loose loaded or baled, containerised in 20ft / 40ft HC |
| MOQ | 25 MT (one full container load) |
| Country of supply | Netherlands (European collection network) |
| Port of loading | Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| Inspection | Third-party pre-shipment inspection available on request (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas) |
| Shipping terms | CIF, CFR, FOB or FCA as agreed per contract |
| Documentation | Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin and inspection certificate where applicable |
Why Buy Copper Millberry Scrap From Nautica Metal Scrap B.V.
Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. is a Netherlands-registered international scrap metal supplier and exporter. Buyers work with us directly — there is no broker chain between the material and the container — and each enquiry is answered by the same export desk that prepares the shipping documents.
Our company registration details, address and contact information are published on our company page, and every offer is issued on Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. letterhead with the specification, quantity, Incoterm and loading port stated in writing before contract.
Bulk Copper Scrap Supply From Europe
As a bulk copper scrap supplier working from European collection networks, we consolidate millberry copper alongside other copper scrap grades — including copper wire scrap, Birch/Cliff copper scrap and copper chops. Buyers can combine grades across a monthly programme rather than buying spot lots only.
Typical enquiries range from a single 25 MT container to repeat monthly volumes. Buyers looking for a broader European sourcing overview can read our copper scrap suppliers in Europe page or our copper scrap supplier Netherlands guide.
International Copper Scrap Export
We export copper scrap from Rotterdam to buyers across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa — including India, China, Vietnam, South Korea, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey and Egypt. Sailing frequency from Rotterdam means container bookings to most of these markets are available weekly.
See our metal scrap export overview and Rotterdam port operations for details on loading, customs handling and container despatch.
Quality Inspection & Documentation
Third-party pre-shipment inspection can be arranged on request through SGS, Intertek or Bureau Veritas, at buyer's or seller's account as agreed in the contract. Where inspection is contracted, the inspection certificate is issued before vessel departure and included in the document set.
Standard export documentation includes the commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, together with certificate of origin and inspection certificate where applicable. Full document flow is described on our export process pages.
Packaging & Container Loading
Millberry copper is supplied loose loaded or baled and loaded into 20ft or 40ft high-cube containers. Containers are lined where required, sealed after loading, and photographed before despatch so the buyer receives loading evidence together with the shipping documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is copper millberry scrap?
Copper millberry scrap is high-purity (99.9%+) bare bright copper wire obtained from stripping insulated copper cables. It is classified as ISRI Berry grade and is the highest quality copper scrap available for recycling.
What is the HS Code for copper millberry scrap?
Copper millberry scrap falls under HS Code 7404.00 for copper waste and scrap. This code is recognized internationally for customs and trade documentation.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order quantity is 25 metric tons, equivalent to one full 20ft container load. We also offer 40ft HC containers for larger orders.
Do you provide SGS inspection?
Third-party pre-shipment inspection through SGS, Intertek or Bureau Veritas can be arranged on request. Where inspection is agreed in the contract, the certificate is issued before vessel departure and supplied with the shipping documents.
Which port do you load copper millberry scrap from?
All copper scrap is loaded from Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Rotterdam offers direct weekly container services to the main copper import markets in Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
Can you supply copper scrap to buyers in India and China?
Yes. We regularly quote copper scrap on CIF and CFR terms to Indian and Chinese ports, as well as Vietnam, South Korea, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey and Egypt. Import compliance requirements are confirmed per destination before contract.
What is the difference between millberry copper and copper wire scrap?
Millberry is bare bright, unalloyed copper wire with approximately 99.9% copper. General copper wire scrap can include tinned, coated or lightly insulated wire and therefore carries a lower recoverable copper yield.
Container Loading Capacity
Loaded weight per container is calculated on a calibrated 60-tonne weighbridge at our Rotterdam yard. Photographs and bridge tickets accompany every shipment for copper millberry scrap.
| Container | Net Loaded Weight | Form |
|---|---|---|
| 20'GP | 20–22 MT | Loose bright wire |
| 20'GP | 23–24 MT | Pressed bales 250–500 kg |
| 40'HC | 24–26 MT | Loose / palletised |
ISRI Grade
Barley / Berry equivalent
HS Code
7404.00
Typical Purity
99.90% Cu min
Quality Assurance Process
- 1
Gate inspection
Inbound trucks weighed and visually graded against ISRI master samples before unloading.
- 2
Yard re-sort
Material re-sorted by alloy family, photographed lot-by-lot, and segregated to grade-specific bays.
- 3
Magnet & XRF check
Magnetic separation removes ferrous contamination; XRF spot-checks confirm alloy chemistry.
- 4
Pre-load audit
Container floor lined, weight target confirmed, stuffing sequence photographed with timestamps.
- 5
Third-party inspection
SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, CCIC or TÜV inspect on buyer request before bill-of-lading release.
- 6
Seal & document
High-security bolt seal applied; seal number printed on packing list, B/L and inspection certificate.
SGS & Intertek Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection is arranged at the loading point on the buyer's request. SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, CCIC and TÜV are all welcome at our Rotterdam yard — the buyer instructs the inspector directly and we invoice the cost at actual.
The inspector observes stuffing, draws representative samples for XRF or wet-lab analysis, photographs the loaded container, witnesses the seal application and issues the inspection certificate prior to bill-of-lading release. Destination-mandated certificates (BIS for India, CCIC for China, TSE for Turkey) are arranged where required.
Shipping & Logistics
Loading takes place at our Rotterdam yard with direct gate access to ECT, APMT and RWG terminals. Weekly direct sailings cover Asia, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Typical transit times below are indicative — exact ETAs are confirmed on each booking.
Rotterdam → Nhava Sheva
18–22 days
Rotterdam → Shanghai
28–32 days
Rotterdam → Ho Chi Minh
28–32 days
Rotterdam → Mersin
14–18 days
Rotterdam → Jebel Ali
18–22 days
Rotterdam → Houston
18–22 days
Export Documentation
- Commercial invoice & packing list
- Weighbridge tickets per container
- Bill of lading (telex-release on request)
- Container loading photographs
- EUR.1 movement certificate (where applicable)
- EU Annex VII waste-shipment document (non-OECD)
- Third-party inspection certificate (SGS/BV/Intertek/CCIC)
- Certificate of origin (Chamber of Commerce)
Countries We Supply
We ship copper millberry scrap on CIF and FOB terms to industrial buyers in over fifty countries. Active monthly contracts include:
Buyer FAQ
What ISRI grade does your Millberry meet?
ISRI Barley specification: bare, bright, uncoated copper wire of 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) and over, free of tin, solder, paint and other coatings — minimum 99.90% Cu.
Do you accept LC at sight?
Yes. Our standard terms are 30% TT advance plus 70% LC at sight against full shipping documents. Buyers with established history can negotiate 100% LC at sight.
Can buyers nominate the inspection company?
Yes. SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, CCIC and TÜV are all welcome at our Rotterdam yard. The buyer instructs the inspector directly; we invoice the inspection cost at actual.
What is the typical lead time after contract signature?
Loading is scheduled within 7–14 days of receiving the 30% advance, subject to stock availability and vessel space at the Port of Rotterdam.
What LME formula applies to Millberry contracts?
Millberry is quoted at 96–97% of the LME 3-month Copper Grade A settlement, CIF main Asian port, with the pricing date fixed as the mean of the five days around bill-of-lading date unless the buyer requests M+1 or QP average.
How is the wire packaged for containerisation?
Millberry ships either loose in gaylord bins, in 250–500 kg pressed bales, or on shrink-wrapped Euro pallets. Bales maximise 20'GP payload at 23–24 MT; loose loading is used when the buyer's yard has a magnetic overhead crane.
Is burnt or annealed wire acceptable under Millberry?
No. The ISRI Barley specification explicitly excludes burnt wire that is brittle. Any suspect lots are downgraded to Birch and priced accordingly — we do not co-load Millberry with fire-recovered material.
Do you supply chemistry certificates with every shipment?
Yes. Every container ships with an XRF analysis sheet drawn at the loading bay. Full ICP-OES chemistry from an accredited lab (Alcontrol, SGS Geleen) is available on buyer request at cost.
Can Millberry be blended with No.1 copper busbars?
Only under a written waiver — Barley is a single-form specification. Buyers who accept a mixed Berry/Candy load pay the lower of the two prices, which is why we default to separate cargoes.
What is the maximum monthly volume you can commit?
Rolling monthly capacity is 400–600 MT of Millberry against firm annual contract, backed by industrial cable-plant off-take agreements in the Benelux and Germany.
Which destination ports do you ship Millberry to most often?
Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Shanghai, Ningbo, Busan, Ho Chi Minh, Bangkok, Port Klang, Jebel Ali and Mersin are our top-ten destinations for Millberry cargo.
How do you protect against moisture on long transits?
Bales are stored under roof, containers are lined with kraft paper and desiccant bags are inserted for tropical destinations. Weighing is conducted immediately before container doors close.
Request a Copper Millberry Scrap Quotation
Send your quantity, destination port and Incoterm. We reply with a CIF/FOB offer, full specification sheet and export documentation list.
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