Current Scrap Metal Prices
Scrap Metal Scrap Price Updated Price Date
Copper National Average $3.00/lb Updated 10/04/2023
Steel National Average $184.58/ton Updated 10/04/2023
Aluminum National Average $0.44/lb Updated 10/04/2023
Catalytic Converter Average $82.00/each Updated 10/04/2023

SCRAP NEWS | Copper

5 Ideas For Scrapping During The Fall

Scrapping seems to be easier during the summer months with the warm weather. As the Fall season approaches, it can be more difficult to find scrap metal lying around waiting to be recycled. Luckily, the iScrap App team has some ideas and tips for finding scrap metal this Fall season. Jump Into A Pile of […]

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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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This Week’s Scrap Metal Prices & Market News

Weekly Scrap Metal Market Update: Seeking Stability Amidst Declines ALSO: Is There A Car Battery Comeback? Report Date: 9/27/23 Unpredictable Market Terrain Good Day, Scrappers! Navigating the current metal markets is proving challenging, with several commodities witnessing notable erosions. Nickel takes the lead in this downtrend, registering a year-low for three consecutive days. Such fluctuations […]

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Best Places To Find & See Current Scrap Prices

How to figure out when to sell scrap is tough? Do you do it when the prices jump fast? Do you wait and then shop around? Knowing what the market is doing is half of the battle. Talking to your local scrap yards can help you determine when the prices are good when to hold […]

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How To Scrap Sealed Units & Compressors

What Are Sealed Units? Also known as compressors, sealed units are found all over the place. Filled with copper (similar to an electric motor), sealed units are used in air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances meant to cool down rooms or food. Almost always covered by a thick steel case, these units are easy […]

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The Best Way To Strip Copper Wire

Stripping copper wire might seem straightforward, but there’s an art to it that can significantly impact your efficiency and the quality of the results. If you want to make some extra cash from scrap and clean up the materials you’ve found, mastering the art of wire stripping can be rewarding. In this guide, we’ll walk […]

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Can You Recycle Freon from Air Conditioners?

Freon is not a metal…but it can be frustrating to recycle. There are many different types of Freon, like scrap metals, and they all have different values. However, improper disposal of Freon can harm the environment and result in hefty fines. Knowing what type of Freon is inside your air conditioners, freezers, or refrigeration units […]

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Difference Between Non-Ferrous & Ferrous Metals

If you have never heard of scrap metal recycling before or think of Sanford & Son’s when you hear “scrap yard,” we have some excellent information to help you learn more about scrap metals. One of the first and most important things to know about scrap metals is whether they are ferrous or non-ferrous. The […]

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We Picked The Best Handheld Wire Strippers for Scrap Copper

Wire strippers are essential tools for electricians, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals working with electrical cables. Handheld wire strippers offer a balance of portability and ease of use, making them indispensable for various tasks. In this blog, we will compare five popular handheld wire strippers, and then delve into the value of a handheld wire stripper […]

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Scrapping a Ceiling Fan: How Much Copper Is Inside?

Understanding the potential value locked within everyday items can lead to surprising gains in the scrapping world. A common household item- the ceiling fan- is a frequently overlooked source of valuable metal, particularly copper. Have you ever wondered, “How much copper is inside a ceiling fan?” In this guide, we’ll break down the process of […]

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Copper Prices See All-Time High, But Why?

Why has the copper market shot up so fast? The Ukrainian and Russian conflict is causing all of the price gaugings that we have seen since the initial invasion of Ukraine. These world events will generally have significant ripple effects across the markets and commodities, especially when you start to consider the oil effect that […]

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How Does the Scrap Metal Recycling Industry Work?

Scrap metal recycling is the process of recovering and processing scrap metal from end-of-life items or structures, as well as manufacturing scrap, to use it as a raw material in the manufacture of new goods. It may be recycled many times without losing any of its properties. It provides the raw material for new goods while […]

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