Aluminum extrusion scrap refers to leftover aluminum pieces created during the extrusion process, where raw aluminum is heated and pushed through a die to form specific shapes. These include window frames, car parts, door handles, structural tubing, and more. While many people refer to it as a “type” of aluminum, extrusion is actually the process—the grade of aluminum (like 6063 or 6061) determines its actual value.
Use the iScrap App to find nearby scrap yards that accept aluminum extrusion scrap and view local pricing.
Common Examples of Aluminum Extrusion Scrap
Extrusion scrap is found in many household and commercial products. Examples include:
Window and door frames
Aluminum trays and pans
Structural tubing and conduit
Car parts and bike frames
Aluminum toys and electronics
Furniture and shelving components
Remember: for the best price, your aluminum extrusion should be clean—free of plastic, rubber, screws, dirt, or other non-metallic contaminants.
Aluminum Extrusion Scrap Prices: What Impacts Value?
Scrap yards will pay different rates depending on several factors:
Grade: 6063 and 6061 fetch higher prices than lower grades
Cleanliness: Clean extrusions = higher value
Market demand: Scrap aluminum prices fluctuate with global supply & demand
Local yard pricing: Use the iScrap App to compare rates nearby
Want top dollar? Separate your aluminum extrusion scrap by grade and make sure it’s clean. Then check prices at multiple scrap yards using the app.
Grades of Aluminum Extrusion Scrap (Know What You Have!)
Grade
Description
Common Uses
Value
6063
Known as “structural aluminum,” lightweight and corrosion-resistant
Frames, conduits, trailers
High
6061
Stronger with more magnesium & copper
Boats, solid sheets, furniture
High
3000 Series
Very malleable, used in thin products
Foil, beverage cans, food trays
Moderate
💡 Tip: Learn to identify grades visually or with a magnet test. Our iScrap YouTube channel offers how-to videos to help you spot the difference.
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These scrap prices are for reference only based on market trends and resources. No scrap yards are required to honor or pay these prices. Contact your local yard for their prices.
