Scrap metal prices are dependent upon basic economics as well as the major metal exchanges and market that include the London Metal Exchange, Comex, Shanghai China, etc. Prices for ferrous scrap (iron, HMS, Steel) s typically in dollars per ton whereas non-ferrous scrap metal (copper, aluminum, brass, etc.) is by the pound.
Ferrous prices fluctuate much less then non-ferrous scrap metal prices. Best method to check prices is via internet website posting pricing or call your local dealer and ask what the prices for your specific scrap metal is for that day.
Take a look at Alibaba.com, search their site. It usually gives a somewhat accurate idea of prices. for current scrap metal prices for HMS, Steel and other scrap metals go to http://www.scrapmetalpricesandauctions.com
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The price of scrap copper varies on a daily basis depending upon LME and spot market prices and general economcs. There are also many different grades of scrap copper. As of early April 2012 here are some scrap copper prices in the California USA area: (prices are in USD per pound) Copper Bright - 1/16 inch thick or more, bright and clean$3.39Copper #1 - Solid copper with no brass or corrosion$3.25Copper #2 - Copper with some brass or corrosion$3.11 check internet for daily / current scrap prices.
Scrap aluminum depends upon the grade and type (meaning is it wire, is it plate, etc.). Also your location in the world depends on how much you will get. Prices fluctuate daily. In the US, bare aluminum wire is around $1.20 per pound. Aluminum extrusions are around $1.25 per lb. For more pricing see the link belowAluminum scrap metal prices vary based upon Comex, LME and general economic conditions (supply/demand). It also depends upon your location in the world.As an example, East Coast USA pricing for scrap aluminum in early June 2011 is as followsAluminum Siding $0.66/lb.Aluminum Windows $0.60 /lb.Cast Aluminum $0.58/lb.Sheet Aluminum $0.54 /lb.Scrap Alum-CU Rads(clean) $1.80 lbCheck online for current scrap metal prices to ensure you get best pricing at the scrap yard.The average price for aluminum cans is .60 p/lbAluminum cans are only one type of aluminum scrap. Here are some average prices in USA for other grades of scrap aluminum for early June 2011Aluminum Siding $0.66/lb.Cast Aluminum $0.58/lb.Sheet Aluminum $0.54 /lb.Aluminum prices like other scrap prices fluctuate so check online for current pricing.Scrap Aluminum prices vary based on grade and quantity of material. Old mixed aluminum is around $45 cents per lb, Cast Aluminum is around $1.15 per lb.
The term "current" is relative as copper prices change daily as well as hourly based on market conditions. There are many websites that have this current information which you should check often in order to determine proper pricing. The price of scrap copper varies depending on your region and the type of scrap copper. Copper prices vary on a daily basis and one should check internet for scrap metal prices for daily pricing. However for early April 2012 - On the East Coast USA, prices are: #1 Bare Bright Wire $3.40 /lb. #1 Copper Tubing/Flashing $3.15 /lb. #2 Copper Tubing/Wire (Tin Coat) $2.90 /lb. #3 Roofing Copper $2.75 /lb. Brass $1.80 /lb. whereas in the midwest expect Scrap Bare Bright Copper$3.31 lbScrap #1 Copper$3.21 lbScrap #2 Copper$3.03 lb
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