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This research aims to explore the flow and economic valuation of recyclable materials in Dhaka's Secondary Transfer Stations.

August 7, 2026WasteOpen Access

Recyclable Material Flow and Market Dynamics in Secondary Transfer Stations in Dhaka, Bangladesh

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This research aims to explore the flow and economic valuation of recyclable materials in Dhaka's Secondary Transfer Stations.
Conducted field surveys and structured questionnaires with 50 waste workers, 5 waste dealers, and 5 local traders.
Classified recovered materials into six categories for price and characteristic analysis.
Analyzed economic influences on material recovery and recycling market dynamics.
Price variations exceed an order of magnitude across different material categories.
High-value materials such as copper and aluminum are consistently recovered, while low-value materials are often discarded.
Recovery efficiency is limited by economic value and informal practices, with a need for enhanced source segregation and policy interventions.

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Investigates recyclable materials flow and economic factors in Dhaka, suggesting improvements for waste management.

Kamal et al. (2026) studied this question.

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