| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.35/lb | Updated 01/22/2025 |
| Steel National Average | $163.75/ton | Updated 01/22/2025 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.52/lb | Updated 01/22/2025 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $75.93/each | Updated 01/22/2025 |
Copper Holds Steady, But Tariff Uncertainty Looms – Ferrous Prices Surge in the South Report Date: 1/22/2025 Hello Scrappers! This past week has been marked by economic shifts, tariff uncertainty, and policy rollbacks that could significantly impact scrap metal prices. With a new administration making early moves, traders and scrappers are bracing for volatility across […]
Read MoreKnowing how to sort, clean, and prepare your materials can significantly impact your earnings if you’re serious about making more money from scrap metal. Whether you’re scrapping copper, brass, aluminum, electronics, or demolition materials, these tips can help you maximize your payout at the scrap yard. Clean Your Scrap for Higher Prices Copper & Brass: […]
Read MoreWho is ISRI? Many scrappers ask us, “What is ISRI?” and why it matters when they visit scrap yards. ISRI stands for the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries , an organization dedicated to supporting the recycling industry across the U.S. and internationally. Many scrap yards are ISRI members, attending conventions, meeting with government officials, and […]
Read MoreWhen you’re a scrapper, staying on top of market news, price changes, and other events that may affect your profits at the scrap yard is essential. But it is also essential to keep up with the latest tips and information that can help you quickly make more money.Staying updated with the latest tips and tricks […]
Read MoreCan You Scrap A Grill? Yes, you can scrap a grill with a local scrap yard that accepts metals. Grills are a common household item that can be recycled for their valuable metal content. Whether you have an old gas grill, charcoal grill, or even a smoker, scrapping it can help the environment and put […]
Read MoreIf you want to recycle your laptop and scrap it for extra money, there are a few things to remember and ways to maximize profit at the scrap yard. Laptops don’t have a very long life if you use them as your everyday computer; on average, they last to their full potential for about five […]
Read More“Blast this Christmas music. It’s joyful and triumphant,” said the Grinch. Did you know that all those old strands of Christmas lights are worth money? Instead of getting upset whenever that strand of lights no longer works, consider how to recycle them and make a little extra cash! If only the Grinch knew that he […]
Read MoreHey Scrappers! The holiday season is winding down, and that means one thing: a surplus of used or broken Christmas lights ready for scrapping. If you’re wondering how to make the most out of scrapping Christmas lights, you’re in the right place. Christmas lights can be a valuable source of scrap metal if handled correctly. […]
Read MoreThe iScrap App takes pride in the service of giving users the ability to look up scrap yards in their area on any internet connected device. Above being the “Google” of the scrap metal industry, the iScrap App teaches their audience and users with information about earning more money from their scrap metals. Through various […]
Read MoreRecently Tom Buechel, Creator of the iScrap App, explained to scrap yards and the recycling industry how he connects and maintains relationships with his customers at his scrap yard, Rockaway Recycling, in North New Jersey. It was feature in the industry leading publication, Recycling Today and later reposted on Earth911’s Business Website. “Its easy to […]
Read MoreCell phones have been around for decades. It sounds funny to read, but it is true. Even before Zach Morris in Saved By The Bell, cell phones existed. Some of the earliest cell phones can be traced to the 1970s and were “car phones,” but they were mobile and on the go. Cell phones have […]
Read MoreThe scrap metal industry has seen its fair share of ups and downs in a year marked by economic shifts, global events, and evolving consumer demands. In our comprehensive overview of the 2023 Scrap Metal Market, we discuss the dynamics of five essential metals, offering insights into the driving factors that shaped the prices of […]
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