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
Yellow Brass $2.08/lb 15/03/2023
Wiring Harness $1.05/lb 15/03/2023
Wire Scrap $1.05/lb 15/03/2023
Wet Automobile $190.00/ton 15/03/2023
Water Heaters $145.00/ton 15/03/2023
Washing Machines $160.00/ton 15/03/2023
Unprepared P&S $225.00/ton 15/03/2023
Unprepared HMS $225.00/ton 15/03/2023
Unprepared Cast Iron $235.00/ton 15/03/2023
Uncleaned Auto Cast $235.00/ton 15/03/2023
Unclean Brass Radiators $1.55/lb 15/03/2023
Tin Insulated Copper Wire $2.00/lb 15/03/2023
Tin Coated Copper $3.10/lb 15/03/2023
Tin Babbit $2.85/lb 15/03/2023
Tin $190.00/ton 15/03/2023
Telecom Equipment $1.60/lb 15/03/2023
Steel Shavings $65.00/ton 15/03/2023
Steel Case Batteries $0.11/lb 15/03/2023
Starters $0.35/lb 15/03/2023
Stainless Turnings $0.10/lb 15/03/2023

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.