Scrap rate today in United States


Get today's or the latest prices for metals from different scrap yards across United States. These rates are from 500+ Scrap Yards in different provinces.

Scrap metal rate today
Metal Price ($) Updated
Platinum $15,546.00/lb 05/04/2023
Plate & Structural Steel $300.00/ton 05/04/2023
Pewter $1.20/lb 05/04/2023
PC Boards $1.50/lb 05/04/2023
PC Board with Steel $0.24/lb 05/04/2023
Painted Aluminum $0.42/lb 05/04/2023
O2 Sensors $2.75/lb 05/04/2023
Old Sheet Aluminum $0.40/lb 05/04/2023
Non-Green PC Board $1.40/lb 05/04/2023
Non Magnetic Stainless Steel $0.25/lb 05/04/2023
Nickel $3.75/lb 05/04/2023
Ni-Cad Batteries $0.00/lb 05/04/2023
Monel $2.80/lb 05/04/2023
Mice $0.00/lb 05/04/2023
Memory $9.05/lb 05/04/2023
Meatballs (Electric Motors) $0.22/lb 05/04/2023
MarM247 $3.40/lb 05/04/2023
Mainframes $0.18/lb 05/04/2023
Machine Shop Turning/Iron Borings $0.55/ton 05/04/2023
Light Copper $2.90/lb 05/04/2023

Steel: Steel is the most commonly recycled metal in the world, and the US is no exception. This durable and versatile metal is found in a wide range of products, including cars, appliances, and construction materials. Scrap steel is often melted down and reused in the production of new steel products.

Copper: Copper is a valuable scrap metal that is commonly found in electrical wiring, plumbing fixtures, and other construction materials. Because of its high conductivity and durability, copper is a popular choice for many industrial and consumer products. Scrap copper can be melted down and reused in the production of new copper products.

Brass: Brass is an alloy made from copper and zinc that is commonly used in plumbing fixtures, electrical components, and decorative items. Because of its corrosion resistance and durability, scrap brass is often melted down and reused in the production of new brass products.

Lead: Lead is a heavy and malleable metal that is commonly used in batteries, construction materials, and ammunition. Although lead is a toxic material and requires special handling, it is often recycled and reused in the production of new lead products.

Zinc: Zinc is a versatile and widely used metal that has numerous applications in various industries. It is often used as a coating to protect other metals from corrosion and is also used in the production of alloys, such as brass and bronze.