Scrap Metal Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| Aluminum | $0.99 |
| Aluminum Alloy | $0.70 |
| Copper | $3.63 |
| Brass | $2.77 |
| Lead | $0.97 |
| Nickel | $8.34 |
| Tin | $11.24 |
| Zinc | $1.11 |
| Steel Scrap | $0.17 |
| Steel Rebar | $0.26 |
Scrap Aluminum Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| Aluminum 1100 | $0.69 |
| Aluminum 3003 | $0.69 |
| Aluminum 356 Wheels (clean) | $0.69 |
| Aluminum 356 Wheels (dirty) | $0.49 |
| Aluminum 5052 Scrap | $0.93 |
| Aluminum 6061 Extrusions | $0.61 |
| Aluminum 6063 Extrusions | $0.81 |
| Aluminum 6063 Extrusions/Fe | $0.59 |
| Aluminum/Cu Radiators | $1.61 |
| Aluminum/Cu/Fe Radiators | $1.49 |
| Aluminum Radiators | $0.39 |
| Aluminum/Fe Radiators | $0.29 |
| Transformers | $0.17 |
| Breakage 50% Recovery | $0.22 |
| Chrome Wheels | $0.65 |
| E.C. Wire | $1.06 |
| Litho Sheets | $0.69 |
| Mixed Turnings | $0.40 |
| MLC Clips | $0.68 |
| Aluminum Old Cast | $0.66 |
| Aluminum Old Sheet | $0.65 |
| Painted Siding | $0.64 |
| UBC | $0.68 |
| Zorba 90% NF | $0.65 |
| Aluminum Cans (clean) | $0.50 |
| Aluminum Cans (dirty) | $0.25 |
Scrap Brass Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| Red Brass | $1.89 |
| Yellow Brass | $1.78 |
| Brass Rod | $1.73 |
| Brass Hair Wire | $1.86 |
| Brass Pipe | $1.69 |
| Brass Radiators | $1.44 |
| Brass Shells | $1.60 |
| Brass Turnings | $1.63 |
| Bronze | $1.94 |
| Bronze Turnings | $1.01 |
| Dirty Brass | $0.85 |
| Dirty Brass Radiators | $0.85 |
| Plumbers Brass | $1.69 |
| Semi-Red Brass | $1.72 |
Scrap Copper Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| #1 Bare Bright Copper Wire | $3.18 |
| #1 Copper Tubing | $2.97 |
| #1 Flashing Copper | $2.97 |
| #2 Copper Tubing | $2.80 |
| #2/3 Mix Copper | $2.71 |
| #3 Copper with Tar | $2.54 |
| #3 Roofing Copper | $2.63 |
| Dirty Roofing Copper | $2.46 |
| Electric Motors – Copper | $2.20 |
| Enameled Copper | $2.50 |
| Insulated Copper Wire | $2.54 |
| Lead Coated Copper | $2.14 |
| Silver Plated Copper | $2.71 |
| Tin Coated Copper | $2.37 |
| Tin Insulated Copper Wire | $2.37 |
Scrap Lead Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| Lead Batteries | $0.20 |
| Lead Shot | $0.46 |
| Lead Wheel Weights | $0.29 |
| Solid Lead | $0.61 |
| Soft Lead | $0.63 |
Scrap Zinc Prices per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| New Zinc Die Cast | $0.69 |
| Old Zinc Die Cast | $0.60 |
Scrap Gold Prices
| Metal | Price per Gram | Price per Troy Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 9ct Gold | $21.98 | $683.75 |
| 14ct Gold | $34.29 | $1,066.67 |
| 18ct Gold | $43.97 | $1,367.53 |
| 22ct Gold | $53.70 | $1,670.21 |
| 24ct Gold | $58.62 | $1,823.20 |
Scrap Prices for other Precious Metals
| Metal | Price per Gram | Price per Troy Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| Palladium | $27.38 | $851.76 |
| Platinum | $20.74 | $645.05 |
| Silver | $0.59 | $18.30 |
Scrap Prices for Steel per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| #1 Bundle | $0.09 |
| #1 Busheling | $0.10 |
| #1 HMS | $0.07 |
| HMS 80/20 | $0.06 |
| Sheet Metal | $0.05 |
| Shredded Auto Scrap | $0.07 |
| Structural Steel | $0.07 |
Scrap Prices for Stainless Steel per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| 201 SS | $0.28 |
| 301 SS | $0.42 |
| 304 SS Solid | $0.60 |
| 304 SS Turning | $0.52 |
| 309 SS | $0.78 |
| 310 SS | $1.18 |
| 316 SS Solid | $0.78 |
| 330 SS | $1.92 |
Scrap Prices for other Ferrous Metals per Pound
| Metal | Price Per Pound |
|---|---|
| Scrap #1 Prepared | $0.07 |
| Scrap #2 Prepared | $0.08 |
| Scrap #1 Unprepared | $0.06 |
| Scrap #2 Unprepared | $0.06 |
| Scrap Auto Slabs Whole | $0.07 |
| Scrap Cast Iron | $0.10 |
| Scrap Dishwashers | $0.07 |
| Scrap Dryers | $0.07 |
| Scrap Oversize Torch | $0.09 |
| Scrap Rebar | $0.20 |
| Scrap Washing Machines | $0.07 |
| Scrap Water Heaters | $0.07 |
Montana Scrap Metal Laws
Updated January 2014
State Requirements
In order to sell scrap metal, sellers will be required to:
- Allow a copy of the seller’s a driver’s license or state ID card;
- Sign a statement indicating that they are the owner of or are authorized to sell the metal;
- Sign a statement that they have not been convicted of metal theft
Buyer’s must:
- Record license plate number and description of vehicle used to transport scrap
- Keep an electronic record of sellers name, address and date of sale
- All sales tickets must have location of sale, date and time of the sale, as well as the initials of the clerk completing the sale.
- Must also show the weight, quantity and/or volume of the material.
- Must include a general description of the material and if the material is insulated.
- Sales tickets must be signed by the seller. Seller will receive a copy of the receipt and buyer will retain a copy.
· Buyer must report purchased vehicle information to NMVTIS
· Tag and hold policy is in effect (for a minimum of 10 days)
NOTE: Please be aware of your local ordinances. Many cities and counties have additional ordinances that may not be listed here.
Keep records, certifications, registrations, etc. on site for 2 years.
Scrap recyclers must maintain a record of all purchases over $50 for a minimum of two years and is subject to inspection by any law enforcement at any time. There is a tag-and-hold policy for a minimum of 10 days when requested by law enforcement.
Links to Other Important Information for Montana Salvage/Recycling
Auto-Parts Salvage/Recycling
· Scrap Tires – http://www.ecarcenter.org/mt/mt-tires.htm
· Junk Vehicle – http://deq.mt.gov/JunkVehicles/jvquestions.mcpx
· Environmental Safety pertaining to junkyards – http://www.epa.gov/region8/recycling/scraptires.html
Regulations for scrap yards and junkyards – http://data.opi.mt.gov/bills/mca/30/22/30-22-102.htm