SchrottSteel & Iron (Ferrous) Scrap Prices in Columbia
Get the unvarnished truth on Steel & Iron (Ferrous) scrap prices in Columbia, South Carolina. Track local scale payouts against the CME, run your tonnage through our load calculator, and locate the highest-paying scrap yards before you dump your trailer.
Local data is supplemented with national averages for the most accurate estimate. The market moves as one trend — use the national figure as your reference point.
Steel & Iron (Ferrous) Scrap Price Trends
over the last 30 daysIn the last month in the Steel & Iron (Ferrous) category: price is up for 2 grades, price is steady for 3 grades, and price is down for 6 grades.
U.S. National Price Benchmark — Steel & Iron (Ferrous) in Columbia (South Carolina)
Local scrap yards in Columbia (South Carolina) sometimes post their prices with a short delay. To keep you informed of what your metal is worth right now, we use U.S. national averages as a reference. The secondary metals market responds to exchange moves in sync across the country — use this national benchmark when negotiating with local buyers. Steel & Iron (Ferrous) prices across the U.S. →
Current Steel & Iron (Ferrous) Payouts by Grade
Here is the Steel & Iron (Ferrous) data we have on file for Columbia (South Carolina). Local yards don't always update their online prices daily — if your grade isn't listed, use the National Benchmark above as leverage when negotiating with local buyers.
Top Yards Buying Ferrous Scrap in Columbia, South Carolina
Live prices from local scrap yards in Columbia (South Carolina). Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
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Grade Value: Density, Prep, and Mill Demand
Біржова ціна відображає чистий перероблений метал (99,9%+). У кожної марки лому різний рівень домішок і різна складність переробки. Чим вищий відсоток, тим цінніша марка і тим ближче виплата до спотової ціни.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) | $0.19 CME | $0.16 | High Grade•82% |
| Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) | $0.19 CME | $0.13 | High Grade•67% |
| #1 Prepared Steel (HMS) | $0.19 CME | $0.12 | Mid Grade•62% |
| #2 Prepared Steel | $0.19 CME | $0.12 | Mid Grade•59% |
| Light Iron & Shredder | $0.19 CME | $0.12 | Mid Grade•59% |
| Cast Iron (Heavy) | $0.19 CME | $0.11 | Mid Grade•54% |
| Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) | $0.19 CME | $0.10 | Mid Grade•49% |
| Tin (Sheet Metal) | $0.19 CME | $0.08 | Low Grade•39% |
| Rebar | $0.19 CME | $0.07 | Low Grade•36% |
| Steel Turnings | $0.19 CME | $0.05 | Low Grade•26% |
| Wire Fence | $0.19 CME | $0.05 | Low Grade•23% |
📊 What Determines Ferrous Grade Value:
- Density & Thickness: Mills want heavy melting steel (HMS). Quarter-inch thick plate pays massively more than thin gauge tin.
- Preparation: If a yard has to torch your 10-foot I-beam down to a 3-foot section, they'll buy it as Unprepared and pay you less.
- Contamination: Dirt, concrete on rebar, or heavy rust scale will get your load downgraded to shred.
- Market Spread: Local demand and the 49.5% margin against the CME dictate what the scale actually pays.
Steel & Iron (Ferrous) scrap prices in Columbia, South Carolina on the map
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