Overview
The scrap metal trade gives many small and micro enterprises a living, creates jobs and earns foreign exchange. Stakeholders have raised problems with procurement, pricing, marketing and distribution, so new legislation sets out the regulatory measures that govern the industry: compliance with trade requirements, registration and sustainable development of the trade.
Mission
To strengthen the regulatory framework, taking into account international best practice and national circumstances, to address the problems facing the scrap metal trade.
Vision
To monitor and regulate the scrap metal trade, which increases foreign exchange, creates jobs and supports the environment in line with the Low Carbon Development Strategy.
Functions
- Register the people and businesses involved in the trade
- Register scrap metal yards, loading sites and equipment
- Make sure scrap metal is legitimately acquired and properly transported
- Require and monitor 24-hour CCTV at scrap metal yards
- Monitor container loading for export with other agencies, so no illicit goods are shipped
- Acquire and store CCTV footage of every loading
Registration categories
- Dealer/Exporter
- Exporter only
- Collector
- User
- Motor salvage operator
- Scrap metal yard
- Temporary loading site
- Special equipment
Questions
How do I register as a dealer or exporter?
Email smu@mintic.gov.gy saying what you would like to register as, and the Unit will tell you the steps.
Are there registration fees?
Yes. Fees differ by registration category.