Current Scrap Metal Prices
Scrap Metal Scrap Price Updated Price Date
Copper National Average $3.01/lb Updated 09/26/2023
Steel National Average $50,569.68/ton Updated 09/26/2023
Aluminum National Average $0.44/lb Updated 09/26/2023
Catalytic Converter Average $82.00/each Updated 09/26/2023

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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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iScrap App Hacks: Resourceful Tips

While on the go, the iScrap App is a great tool to aid your scrap metal recycling or if you are looking for resources in the scrap industry. The iScrap App has thousands of users using the app through Android and iOS devices. Also, with millions of views online, the iScrap App is a great […]

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Exploring the Least-Loved Items To Scrap From Our Facebook Group

We can all agree scrapping is an essential industry that promotes sustainability and provides a source of income for individuals who collect and sell various metal items. However, not all items are created equal when it comes to scrapping. We listened to our faithful iScrap audience and users of our Facebook Group and compiled a […]

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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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Common Stainless Steel Scrap Items

We have talked about stainless steel a few times, but it can get confusing, so we want to go over it again. There are many different grades of stainless steel, but we are going to talk about the one common kind and the misconceptions about stainless. 304 Stainless is the most common type of stainless […]

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7 Common Types of Aluminum Scrap

What types of Aluminum will you come across? When scrapping, you may come across a wide variety of scrap aluminum. While there are several materials that can be classified as “aluminum,” there are many different types that are priced and sorted differently at scrap yards. Below are some common types of aluminum scrap you will […]

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What is Clean Aluminum Scrap?

Our yard has had the privilege of talking to many scrappers and seeing many different materials firsthand. Over the years, an item that has consistently been a talking point with clients and fellow recyclers is clean aluminum scrap. We’ve been asked countless times to shed light on what it is, how to grade it, and […]

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Why Commerical Industries Will Always Control Scrap Metal Prices

We had many of our users and listeners on YouTube ask this question and have felt at odds with the current state of scrap prices. As many of our listeners typically find their scrap through more traditional avenues on a person-to-person basis, we see the volume that commercial applications can bring. We’ve witnessed firsthand how […]

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5 Items To Scrap This Summer

This summer, you will be able to relax and scrap easily, knowing that there are several HOT items for scrap. With the warm weather fast approaching, some guaranteed things will pop up all summer. Beat the Heat. Scrap the Rest. A/C Units: While these may seem obvious, A/C units will become more prevalent during the […]

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Can I Get Money From My Old Catalytic Converter?

CONTACT RRCATS.COM We often hear about catalytic converter theft; these devices contain precious metals like palladium, rhodium, and platinum. The FTC reported that the average catalytic converter has a few hundred dollars worth of these metals. But what happens when your converter has reached the end of its useful life? Can you still get money […]

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7 Tips To Find The Best Scrap Yard & Prices

Scrap yards have been around for a long time and play an essential role in recycling. They provide a place for people to sell their unwanted or scrap metal items, which are then melted down and reused. There are many types of scrap yards, from small family-run businesses to large commercial operations. When choosing a […]

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Full-Time Scrapping: Is It An Option For You?

With the job market in a frenzy after the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are left searching for ways to make ends meet. People were laid off, while others decided to walk away from unsatisfactory work situations.  Metal scrapping can be a great way to make extra cash. But can you make a living off of […]

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