But from May 2027, the EU’s new Waste Shipment Regulation is set to generally restrict exports of non-hazardous waste to non-OECD countries, unless those countries receive specific authorisation. India, which is not an OECD member, has applied to remain eligible, but the European Commission’s decision is still pending. The stakes are significant. India’s secondary aluminium production has grown sharply over the past decade, while recycled aluminium now accounts for a substantial share of domestic aluminium use. So what happens if European scrap becomes harder to access? For recyclers, it could mean higher input costs, tighter supplies and greater uncertainty. For India, the bigger policy challenge is building stronger domestic scrap collection and recycling systems. Can India reduce its dependence on imported scrap before these new rules take effect?