About Anma

Who We Are

ANMA (All India Non Ferrous Metal Exim Association) is an apex industry organization in India covering importers, traders, recyclers etc. in the business related to non-ferrous metals of India and its exporters and importers worldwide. Based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, ANMA is committed to responsible metal recycling and advocates fair & transparent trade at a time, when the concept of circular economy with green and sustainable practices is contributing to both economic development and environmental protection in India.

Our Purpose

ANMA was established to protect and promote the interests of the nonferrous metal recycling and trade community in India. We focus on creating industry awareness, facilitating datadriven decisionmaking, and advocating policy reforms that enhance ease of doing business while strengthening metal scrap import and recycling operations.

What We Do

Policy advocacy with central and state government agencies to streamline regulations related to nonferrous metal trade and recycling.
Industry consultations and roundtables with recyclers, importers, manufacturers, and regulators.
Public awareness campaigns to highlight the environmental benefits of recycling and the importance of responsible metal use.
Data collection, research, and insights to inform stakeholders and support industrywide decisionmaking.
Partnerships with national and international bodies to align Indian metal recycling practices with global standards and sustainability goals.

Our Vision

ANMA’s vision to India is one of a vibrant and sustainable nonferrous metal recycling industry – where the ideas of metal reuse, resource recovery and circular economy are embedded into the very fabric of Indian industry. We see nonferrous metals including copper, aluminium, zinc, lead, nickel, manganese and its alloys as ‘pretty important’ to global manufacturing, infrastructure, electronics, autos and energy sector and for India’s ability to be prosperous in coming years economic growth while being environmental benign.

Our Mission

At ANMA, our mission is to advocate, educate, and unify stakeholders within the nonferrous metal trade and recycling industry. We are committed to driving sustainable industry development through the following core objectives:

Promote Sustainable Metal
Recycling

To raise awareness about the importance of responsible non-ferrous metal recycling, emphasizing environmental benefits, energy conservation, and resource efficiency across trade and industrial communities.

Facilitate Policy Advocacy & Government Engagement

To act as a trusted voice for the metal recycling industry, representing members’ interests at national and international forums, and advocating balanced policies that support industry growth, trade facilitation, and regulatory clarity.

Build a Vibrant Industry
Platform

To create a dynamic platform for collaboration, research, and datadriven insights, enabling members to stay informed about global developments, market trends, and emerging technologies in nonferrous metal trade and recycling.

Strengthen Industry
Networks

To affiliate with leading chambers of commerce and industry associations throughout India and overseas, encouraging joint initiatives, knowledge exchange, and collective action for industry advancement.

Promote Transparency & Supplier Standards

To develop mechanisms that enhance supplier rating, quality benchmarking, and market transparency - fostering trust and efficiency across domestic and international supply chains.

Why Our Mission Matters

The nonferrous scrap trade and recycling industry in India plays a vital role towards supporting the goals of sustainable development such as mitigating higher dependence on imports for raw material, conserving natural resources, curtailing GHG emissions and fostering several other industries right from infrastructure to electronics. Our work around the world Through environmental stewardship, circular economic models and responsible enterprise growth, ANMA is a partner of choice for businesses, policymakers and communities around the globe.