Average scrap price for Red Brass

180-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 10/23/2026.
$3.55/ lb−$0.05 (1.4%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $3.55
Lowest price ⓘ$3.55
Highest price$3.55Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers South Carolina
  • Low (around $3.55): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($3.55): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($3.55+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $1.73 to $3.58.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates (out of 5 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Red Brass in South Carolina

Scrap yards in South Carolina buying Red Brass — with current per-pound 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: Red Brass
1148 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201 Plan route
$3.55/ lb
Updated 169 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Red Brass
2308 Two Notch Rd, Lexington, SC 29072 Plan route
$3.55/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Red Brass
428 N Gossett St, Anderson, SC 29621 Plan route
$2.68/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Red Brass
7515 Asheville Hwy, Spartanburg, SC 29303 Plan route
$2.68/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Red Brass
2061 Nazareth Church Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29301 Plan route
$2.68/ lb

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Compare Red Brass prices with other Brass grades

See the exact price difference between Red Brass and similar grades like Bronze Scrap or Plumbing Brass. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Red Brass
Red Brass Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$3.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Bronze Scrap Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.58 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +46.4%
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Plumbing Brass Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.31 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +8.0%
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Yellow Brass Solids Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$2.90 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +11.3%
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Brass Shells Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.83 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +7.5%
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Brass Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Water Meters Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Brass Breakage Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Refinery Brass Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Red Brass at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Red Brass 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 Red Brass

The table below shows the daily price history for Red Brass 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 (per lb)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$3.55 / lb−$0.05$3.55 – $3.55
10/21/2026 $3.60 / lb+$0.05$3.60 – $3.60
5/18/2026 $3.55 / lb+$0.30$3.55 – $3.55
3/27/2026 $3.25 / lb+$1.22$3.25 – $3.25
3/4/2026 $2.03 / lb−$0.41$2.03 – $2.03
2/17/2026 $2.44 / lb+$0.71$1.73 – $2.68
12/17/2025 $1.73 / lb−$0.19$1.73 – $1.73
7/12/2025 $1.92 / lb−$0.56$1.92 – $1.92
7/11/2025 $2.48 / lb— no change$2.48 – $2.48
6/30/2025 $2.48 / lb+$0.40$2.48 – $2.48
5/24/2025 $2.08 / lb−$0.02$2.08 – $2.08
3/28/2025 $2.10 / lb+$0.01$2.10 – $2.10
2/29/2024 $2.09 / lb+$0.72$2.00 – $2.28
10/31/2023 $1.37 / lb−$0.63$1.37 – $1.37
9/30/2023 $2.00 / lb+$0.60$2.00 – $2.00
3/25/2023 $1.40 / lb−$0.50$1.40 – $1.40
1/28/2023 $1.90 / lb−$0.04$1.90 – $1.90
8/12/2022 $1.94 / lb−$0.06$1.90 – $1.97
7/6/2022 $2.00 / lb−$0.17$2.00 – $2.00
5/20/2022 $2.17 / lb+$0.20$2.00 – $2.34
1/29/2022 $1.97 / lb+$0.07$1.90 – $2.12
1/8/2022 $1.90 / lb+$0.13$1.90 – $1.90
12/31/2021 $1.77 / lb−$0.69$1.77 – $1.77
12/28/2021 $2.46 / lb+$0.66$2.46 – $2.46
10/28/2021 $1.80 / lb— no change$1.80 – $1.80
9/25/2021 $1.80 / lb−$0.46$1.80 – $1.80
4/22/2021 $2.26 / lb+$0.56$1.95 – $2.57
4/21/2021 $1.70 / lb−$0.26$1.69 – $1.70
2/26/2021 $1.96 / lb−$0.17$1.75 – $2.17
1/16/2021 $2.13 / lb+$0.10$2.11 – $2.15