Rockaway recycle always has updated scrap metal prices on there website. They are located in NJ. Price for scrap will vary from state to state.As of June 2 2011 - here are some general scrap prices in NJ
#1 Bare Bright Wire $3.55 /lb.
#1 Copper Tubing/Flashing $3.25/lb.
Brass $1.70 /lb.
Aluminum Siding $0.64/lb.
Cast Aluminum $0.55/lb.
Lead $0.45/lb.
Electric Motors $0.22/lb
Many sites post current ferrous and non ferrous prices or call your local scrap yard in NJ
List of scrap metal prices for February 2016 in Charleston south Carolina
Prices are continuing to slide as of oct 28, 2008 - expect around $50 per ton. You can try Scrap Metal and Scrap Metal Auctions as a reference for current scrap metal prices in order to stay abreast of changing market conditions
I collect scrap metals and bring to scrap recycling yards. How can I be sure I'm getting the best price for my efforts? Where do you find the current prices that tha scrap yards are getting for their scrap? There are many pay for and free sources of current scrap metal prices. Most scrap metal prices are based upon Comex and LME pricing less a percentage. If you call the scrap yard or recycling yard, ask them for their current prices and they will gladly provide. Just know what type of scrap metal you have so they can give you the prper pricing.
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.
This a large encompassing question as scrap prices could mean steel, copper, ferrous metal, non ferrous metals, glass, textiles, auto parts, etc. Many items can be sold for scrap. The question needs to be refined to ascertain what type of scrap prices the person wants Assuming your looking for scrap metal prices here are some prices as of late June 2011: Scrap Plate and Struct 2′x 5′ $410.00 gt Scrap Heavy Melt 2′x 5′ $370.00 gt Scrap Bare Bright Copper $3.83 lb Scrap #1 Copper $3.70 lb Scrap #2 Copper $3.60 lb scrap metal prices fluctuate and it is suggested that you search internet for sites posting prices daily or call your local scrap yard for the latest scrap prices.
The latest scrap copper prices can be found online via Green gate Metals and Lets Recycle. Scrap Monster also have the latest prices. Additionally you could visit your local authority to make an inquiry.
I'd suggest you look up the metal prices online and then call a few scrap yards in and around your area and learn what they're offering. Metal prices fluctuate daily and may even vary in a 24-hour period, so collect all information about the prices beforehand to avoid getting fleeced by a scrap dealer! I always visit the SIMS facility when I've collected a huge amount of scrap because the more the volume of scrap, the more money we get in exchange! I find it to be one of the most reasonable places for scrap metal prices in Tupelo MS.
Scrap encompasses both non ferrous and ferrous scrap - meaning steel, copper, aluminum, brass, HMS, zinc, etc. Prices of scrap vary depending on type of metal, grade of the metal, location in the world and daily price fluctuations
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For the best prices on scrap metal, contact your local EMR site
Scrap copper prices fluctuate on a daily basis and are based on the Comex and spot metal prices market. Copper prices have recently come down from all time highs to under $4 per pound depending on the grade of scrap copper (i.e. bare brite copper scrap, #1 copper, #2 Copper, Buss Bar Copper scrap, etc.).
Scrap metal prices are different for nonferrous and ferrous scrap metals. Ferrous scrap metals (iron, steel) are typically in dollars per ton whereas non ferrous scrap metals are in dollars per pound.