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 | Places To Find Scrap Metal

Don’t Overlook These Scrap Items Anymore: Unveiling Hidden Treasures for Scrappers

Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential lying in plain sight, often overlooked and dismissed? If you’re a seasoned scrapper or just starting to dabble in the world of scrapping, there might be items you’ve been neglecting that could turn out to be lucrative treasures. We were inspired by our friends in the Scrap […]

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Top 8 Places to Find Scrap Copper

Where Do You Find Scrap Copper? With copper being a highly sought-after commodity in the scrap metal industry, knowing where to look for scrap copper for your haul can pay off. Even when the scrap prices are low, copper scrap is still a great item to look for. The iScrap App wants to ensure you know […]

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Where Can You Find Scrap Metal?

Looking for scrap metal can be daunting, especially if you are new to the scrapping world. While it’s easy to say you can find scrap “everywhere,” there are some more common places you can find various types of metal for recycling. Where Are The Best Places To Find Scrap Metal? One of the main reasons […]

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How To Score Bigger Scrap Metal Jobs

Get More Scrap. Make More Money. Isn’t that how things are intended to work out? From paying attention to all of the online forums, comments, videos, and overall comments, we know that one of the biggest challenges for scrappers is figuring out how to lock in larger contracts and long-term deals. This has proven to […]

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Maximizing Scrap Profits: Should You Sell to Multiple Yards?

As you become a more seasoned scrapper, you may hopefully realize your volume of material is picking up. While this is almost always good, it may come with a caveat. Your local yard may pay better for one type of material over another. We all know how optimizing profits is a top priority for scrappers. […]

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Where To Find Scrap Market News & Prices

The iScrap App is a great resource to find the information you need to find scrap market news & prices. We have been working to get the best scrap metal information including prices, market news, metal explanations, and metal guide to help you make the most money from your scrap metal. With weekly segments and articles […]

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What Scrap Metals Are Inside Computers?

As technology has advanced over the last few decades, it has significantly changed the value of computers in the scrap industry. For example, some components made of gold inside computers 20 years ago are now being built with less costly options like copper or aluminum. With significant changes like that in computers, the scrap metals […]

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9 High Value Auto Parts for Scrap Recycling

What Are The Most Valuable Parts On A Car To Scrap? “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” This old saying is significant with vehicles. You have your old boring car, but someone else is looking for such a car for reasons better known to them. You could have an old car and think of […]

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Is Galvanized Steel Worth Scrapping? Tips for Maximizing Your Profit

Galvanized steel is crucial in various industries due to its corrosion-resistant properties. In this article, we’ll delve into what galvanized steel is, its recyclability, and whether it’s worth scrapping. What Is Galvanized Steel? Galvanized steel is regular steel coated with a layer of zinc. This protective coating shields the steel from corrosion caused by moisture […]

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A Closer Look: The Scrap Hunter

So you woke up this morning, strapped on your steel toed boots, got your sawzall and drill out and went on the hunt right? Well, that might not be exactly how it happened, but we are guessing that like any hunter, whether it be treasure or big game, that you are always on the hunt […]

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Is Brass Worth More Than Bronze? Learn How to Tell the Difference and Maximize Scrap Value

One of the most common questions among scrappers is, “Is brass worth more than bronze?” The short answer is no—bronze is typically worth more due to its higher copper content. Understanding the differences between these metals and identifying them can help you maximize your scrap metal earnings. In this guide, we’ll break down the key […]

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9 Signs of a Sketchy Scrap Yard

If you’re a metal scrapper, then you know that finding a good scrap yard is key to making money. But not all scrap yards are created equal. Some scrap yards are downright sketchy, and it’s essential to be able to spot them before you waste your time (and energy) interacting with them. For decades, some […]

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