Current Scrap Metal Prices
Scrap Metal Scrap Price Updated Price Date
Copper National Average $3.03/lb Updated 12/06/2023
Steel National Average $217.12/ton Updated 12/06/2023
Aluminum National Average $0.43/lb Updated 12/06/2023
Catalytic Converter Average $81.00/each Updated 12/06/2023

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Choosing the Best Automatic Wire Stripper for Efficient Copper Cable Recycling

Regarding copper cable recycling, a key element of your toolkit is the automatic wire stripper. This specialized tool offers users a swift, efficient, and user-friendly experience, allowing for quick processing of cables and wires. Determining “the best automatic wire stripper” from the sea of options available can be challenging. That’s why we’ve handpicked the top […]

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Tom’s Top Picks: Best Tools for Scrapping

If you want to start scrapping metal for extra money or even a full-time job, we have some important tools and accessories you should consider getting before you begin. Tom, the founder of iScrap App, is a scrap yard owner and has been in the business for years. We sat down with him to chat […]

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Top 25 Most Common Scrap Metals

Which Scrap Metals Made The List?  We love scrap metal. “Who doesn’t?” is the real question, but we continuously hear questions about different types of scrap metals and what is the best one to scrap. Well, in our mind, any scrap metal is the best one to scrap, but then it gets to the question of […]

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4 Ways To Prepare Your Catalytic Converters for Scrap

Brought To You By: Consistent. Fair. Reliable. Know How To Recycle A Catalytic Converter for Scrap If you had a catalytic converter replaced on your vehicle and you’re looking to make some money with them for scrap value, there are some things you should know. Knowing what to do when recycling a catalytic converter for […]

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Our Favorite Holiday Gifts for Any Scrapper – Including Top Tools To Profits

As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better time to show appreciation for the scrappers in your life with the perfect gifts. Whether they’re passionate about scrapping or love getting their hands dirty with DIY projects, our list has something for every enthusiast. We decided to ask the Scrappers of Reddit and our Scrap Metal […]

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Complete Guide: How To Sell Scrap Carbide – Know Prices & Shipping Options with RRCarbide

Brought To You By: In the world of recycling, certain materials stand out due to their unique properties and high market demand. Scrap carbide is one such material that has gained prominence recently for its value in various industries. If you’re considering selling scrap carbide, you may have encountered challenges like fluctuating prices, shipping costs, […]

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The Price of Aluminum Cans Per Pound: How to Maximize Your Recycling Returns

Aluminum cans have long been a symbol of recycling – a simple yet effective way to reduce waste and contribute to a more sustainable future. But did you know recycling aluminum cans can also be profitable? Let’s focus on maximizing your returns by staying informed about the price of aluminum cans per pound. Key Factors […]

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Our Review: Timberland PRO Mudsill Low-Profile Work Shoe

When looking for a pair of work boots that can work as well in the yard as out of it, you must account for a few different variables. While you definitely want all the protection and support that you’d expect from a work boot, You may also need a lower profile and something a bit […]

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Our Review: Timberland PRO Boondock Work Boot – In A Scrap Yard

In the messy world of scrap metal recycling, having the right gear can make all the difference. Let’s take a closer look at the Timberland PRO Men’s 6 Inch Boondock Comp Toe WP Insulated Industrial Work Boot—a popular choice among our team members at Rockaway Recycling, the sister company of the iScrap App. This review […]

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Looking to Sell Your Catalytic Converter ‘Near Me’? Use This Service Instead!

When it comes to selling your old catalytic converter, the first instinct for many is to search for local buyers ‘near me.’ It seems convenient, right? However, the journey to find the right buyer for your precious metal might not be as smooth as it appears. We’ll explore why seeking local buyers might not always […]

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Our Picks: The 5 Best Trailer Accessories For Scrapping

If you’re a scrap metal recycler, you know that having the right tools and accessories can make a difference in your efficiency and safety. If you’ve graduated from scrapping out of the back of your van or truck and realized you needed something a little bit bigger, you may have gone out and gotten yourself […]

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Track Realistic Scrap Copper Prices with iScrap App: Beyond Market Value to Local Yard Rates

In the ever-evolving world of scrap recycling, there exists a crucial distinction between the general market values often reported in mainstream channels and the local yard rates that scrappers physically encounter. While the former may offer a broad overview of trends, the latter is critical to making informed, profitable decisions. Learn below how the iScrap […]

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4 Products For Staying Warm Working Outside

It is that time of year when most of the US and Canada are engulfed in the Arctic Air blasts, and we are trying to keep warm in every way possible. In the scrap metal industry, whether you work at a scrap yard or you are a scrapper hunting for scrap, most of the day […]

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8 Must-Have Tools for Big Time Scrappers

This is one of those things that you do not want to read – but have to because you know how valuable some of these tools are. Grandpa always said, “You need the right tool for the right job.” How true is that? Some Tools Are So Expensive! Buying new tools is expensive, and sometimes […]

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How To Clean #2 Copper Scrap into #1 Copper

If you’re a scrap metal recycler, you know that getting the best prices for your copper can make a significant difference in your earnings. While #2 copper is typically less valuable than #1 copper, there are ways to maximize your returns by cleaning and preparing your scrap #2 copper before bringing it to your local […]

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