Current Scrap Metal Prices
Scrap Metal Scrap Price Updated Price Date
Copper National Average $3.40/lb Updated 02/17/2025
Steel National Average $174.96/ton Updated 02/17/2025
Aluminum National Average $0.52/lb Updated 02/17/2025
Catalytic Converter Average $75.93/each Updated 02/17/2025

SCRAP NEWS | Auto Recycling

Reducing Your Auto Repair Cost With Your Local Salvage Yard

When your car breaks down and you are in need of a fix, sometimes going through a dealer or collision specialist can be costly and many questions may come up that can be difficult to answer when you need to get your vehicle repaired. Where can I find spare parts for my car? How do […]

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What Is Irony Aluminum? A Scrapper’s Guide to Identifying and Selling It

Over the last few months, our iScrap App Facebook Group has been buzzing with scrappers asking about current prices for irony aluminum across North America. Some have pointed out that not all scrap yards know the term “irony aluminum scrap.” This sparked a discussion about what irony aluminum is, why it’s valuable, and how to […]

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What Parts of a Car Can Be Recycled for Money? A Guide for Scrappers

Scrapping cars for parts can be a lucrative way to earn money while recycling valuable materials. Whether you’re new to scrapping or a seasoned pro, knowing which car parts can be recycled for cash is essential to maximize your earnings. Many scrap yards and auto wreckers specialize in automotive scrap and accept various materials. Below, […]

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How Do I Sell My Scrap Catalytic Converter?

The catalytic converter in the scrap industry has become a HOT commodity. With platinum, palladium, and rhodium prices – the three precious metals found inside catalytic converters – soaring to an all-time high, catalytic converter recycling has become a massive part of the scrap metal industry over the last few years. Many scrap yards purchase […]

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4 Tips for Auto Recycling

Auto recycling has become popular over the past few years because of the ‘Cash for Clunkers’ type programs.  But you can make money from auto recycling from more than trading in your ‘clunker’ for a new car.  You can take your junk car down to your local scrap yard and make an extra $150 – […]

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What Is The Importance of Platinum in Scrap?

What is Platinum? Platinum is a precious metal used in many applications, from jewelry to electronics and catalytic converters. It is one of the most valuable precious metals in the world and, because of its use in multiple spaces, has always been a coveted item to recycle. Where to Find Scrap Platinum? You generally will not […]

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How To Scrap Dirty Copper Radiators

Aluminum copper fins or radiators are everyday items found when scraping. They are commonly taken apart before bringing it to your scrap yard. There are different kinds of radiators from various sources, and it’s essential to know how to separate and clean them to get the best price at the scale. Below, we have a […]

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Why Are Catalytic Converters Worth So Much?

So many people have asked us over the years about the value of catalytic converters and why they are so expensive. When people look at catalytic converters, they see a magnetic stainless steel shield on the outside. They always hear about different stamped numbers or pictures catalytic converters buyers look for. But why are catalytic […]

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Face It, Your Car Is Ready For Scrap Heaven

The car recycling industry is a big industry across the world, and can contribute to many different industries that cover both the recycling and salvaging of cars. If you are looking to scrap a car or vehicle there are a few directions you can go in to make some scrap money from it. It really […]

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The Effects Electric Vehicles Will Have on Copper Scrap

SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE While it’s hard to tell what the future will bring, some scenarios are easier to predict than others. The electric vehicle revolution is full force, and auto manufacturers are scrambling to plan how they’ll fit in. One thing is for sure in all this: the EV market will substantially impact the copper […]

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Navigating The Gray Areas Of Scrap Metals

Like many other industries, the scrap metal industry has its gray areas regarding collecting and selling scrap metal and the laws and regulations that go along with it. While scrap laws usually vary from state to state in the US, many restrictions and illegal things apply nationwide. With scrap metal theft becoming increasingly common in […]

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Options for Recycling Tires from Scrap Cars

Recycling Tires: What Do You Do? Generally, you’ll always have leftover tires when you scrap cars and piece them out. Have you ever considered how to get rid of tires? Or where do they go after you? Over the years, tires have been something you’ve always had to pay to get rid of, somewhere between […]

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