Average scrap price for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 8/25/2026.
$112/ ton−$67 (37.5%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $112
Lowest price $112
Highest price$112Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Tennessee

Scrap buy price in Tennessee — $0.05 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.

52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $112 to $202.
Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Jun '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 2 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) in Tennessee

Scrap yards in Tennessee buying Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) — with current per ton rates listed. Prices shown are indicative; actual payouts may vary by lot size, date, and material condition. Call ahead to confirm today’s price and minimum quantity. For large lots, ask about specialty or volume pricing.

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CMC Recycling

Listed as: Long Iron/#1 and #2 HMS Unprepared
2000 Washington St, Chattanooga, TN 37408 Plan route
$179/ ton
Updated 181 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Long Iron/#1 and #2 HMS Unprepared
2706 Mynderse Ave NW, Knoxville, TN 37921 Plan route
$157/ ton

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Compare Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) prices with other Steel & Iron (Ferrous) grades

See the exact price difference between Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) and similar grades like Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) or Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums). Compare the figures below — they use / ton so they line up with the headline average.

Current price Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$265 / ton
Mix it with Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)?They'll pay $112 / ton for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$153 / ton
Trend for 90 days: +10.2%
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Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$265 / ton
Mix it with Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)?They'll pay $112 / ton for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$153 / ton
Trend for 30 days: +7.3%
Price analytics
#2 Prepared Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$224 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -0.9%
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#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$202 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -5.6%
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Light Iron & Shredder Based on 4 scrap yards
Avg price:$151 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -4.8%
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Tin (Sheet Metal) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$134 / ton
Trend for 90 days: -15.6%
Price analytics
Wire Fence Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Cast Iron (Heavy) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Steel Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$101 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: +12.5%
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Rebar Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$67 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics

Price trend: Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)

The table below shows the daily price history for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (/ ton)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$112 / ton−$67$112 – $112
3/23/2026 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
3/22/2026 $157 / ton−$45$157 – $157
2/17/2026 $202 / ton+$22$179 – $202
2/6/2026 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
12/9/2025 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
12/3/2025 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
9/25/2025 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
8/30/2025 $134 / ton−$22$134 – $134
12/9/2024 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
11/14/2024 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
10/8/2024 $157 / ton+$45$157 – $157
6/13/2024 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
5/27/2024 $134 / ton−$67$134 – $134
1/15/2024 $202 / ton+$45$202 – $202
10/31/2023 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
8/12/2022 $134 / ton−$67$134 – $134
3/31/2022 $202 / ton+$45$202 – $202
1/29/2022 $157 / ton−$45$157 – $157
12/21/2021 $202 / ton+$22$202 – $202
10/28/2021 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
9/25/2021 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
8/3/2021 $179 / ton−$22$179 – $179
6/14/2021 $202 / ton+$22$202 – $202
5/10/2021 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
2/26/2021 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
1/28/2021 $179 / ton−$22$179 – $179