ScrapToday’s Brass Scrap Prices in Ohio
In-depth analytics for brass scrap prices in Ohio. Compare local scrap yard buyout rates with COMEX Copper exchange benchmarks, use the lot calculator to estimate your payout, and find the yards with the best offers near you.
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.
Price trends for brass scrap by grade
over the last 6 monthsIn the last 6 months in the Brass category: price is up for 1 grade, price is steady for 8 grades, and price is down for 2 grades.
U.S. National Price Benchmark — Brass in Ohio
Local scrap yards in Ohio 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. Brass prices across the U.S. →
Brass scrap prices by grade in Ohio
Here is the Brass data we have on file for Ohio. 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.
Scrap yards paying the most for brass scrap in Ohio
Live prices from local scrap yards in Ohio. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
Columbus Metal Recycling
1 Shot Recycling
Livingston & Co., Inc.
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶Price chart: brass scrap grades and COMEX Copper exchange data
The chart shows average yard buyout rates and COMEX Copper exchange data for your selected brass scrap grade. When the exchange moves up and local yard prices lag, they typically follow within a few trading days — a signal to hold if you can. When both lines drop, sell now before yards update their offers downward. Switch grades using the selector above the chart.
Calculate the value of your brass scrap lot
Selling a mixed load? Pick the grades below — a weight field appears after you select at least one grade, then the calculator estimates your haul's value from current average prices Ohio.
Compare brass scrap grades and their value
Brass prices track COMEX Copper since brass is 55–70% copper. The higher the copper content in the alloy, the closer the payout to the copper quote. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Meters | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $3.75/ lb | High Grade•58% |
| Bronze Scrap | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $3.35/ lb | High Grade•52% |
| Plumbing Brass | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $3.05/ lb | High Grade•47% |
| Brass EDM Wire | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $3.00/ lb | High Grade•46% |
| Brass Shells | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $2.80/ lb | Mid Grade•43% |
| Red Brass | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $2.25/ lb | Mid Grade•35% |
| Yellow Brass Solids | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $2.20/ lb | Mid Grade•34% |
| Brass Turnings | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $1.93/ lb | Low Grade•30% |
| Refinery Brass | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $1.46/ lb | Low Grade•22% |
| Irony Brass | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $1.28/ lb | Low Grade•20% |
| Brass Breakage | $6.49/ lb COMEX | $1.05/ lb | Low Grade•16% |
📊 What determines the value of brass scrap:
- Yellow brass solids: Clean plumbing valves, fittings, and bushings with no steel — the benchmark top grade. Priced closest to copper on the COMEX scale.
- Red brass / semi-red brass: Higher copper content (80–85%) than yellow brass; priced above yellow brass solids at most yards.
- Brass turnings: Must be dry and free of cutting oil. Wet or coolant-soaked turnings receive a significant per-pound deduction.
- Irony brass: Brass with steel inserts, bolts, or iron contamination falls into this discounted grade. Separate iron before selling.
Map of scrap yards buying brass scrap
The map below shows yards currently listing prices for brass scrap. Select your state on the map or from the list to see current per-pound rates for all grades at local yards.