SchrottToday’s Stainless Steel Scrap Prices in the US
Get the hard truth on Stainless Steel scrap prices in the US. Track real-time payouts from local scrap yards, check the margin spread against the LME, calculate your load's true value, and find the highest-paying buyers near you before you hit the scale.
Stainless Steel Scrap Price Trends
over the last 30 daysIn the last month in the Stainless Steel category: price is up for 2 grades, price is steady for 2 grades, and price is down for 1 grade.
Current Stainless Steel Scrap Prices by Grade
Check the board below for live Stainless Steel payouts in the US. Currently, the market swings from $0.15/lb up to $0.90/lb depending on the alloy and cleanliness. Solid 304 Stainless Steel is moving at $0.35 to $0.42/ lb, while industrial-grade 316 Stainless Steel commands a premium at $0.75 to $0.90/ lb. If you've got a bin of Stainless Steel Turnings, expect yards to quote around $0.15 to $0.20/ lb. Know your numbers so buyers don't downgrade your hard-earned metal.
Top Scrap Yards Buying Stainless Steel in the US
Live prices from local scrap yards across the U.S.. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
Biltmore Iron & Metal Co Inc
CMC Recycling
CMC Recycling
Second Street Iron & Metal Co., Inc.
San Jacinto Recycling Center
CMC Recycling
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶Stainless Steel Price Chart & History
See how local yard buy prices track the exchange (LME). Use this chart to judge whether it's a good time to cash in now or wait for yards to catch up with the latest exchange move.
Calculate Your Stainless Steel Scrap Value
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 across the U.S..
Grade Value Breakdown: Nickel Content & Market Demand
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| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| 316 Stainless Steel | $8.90 LME | $0.83 | High Grade•9% |
| 18/8 Stainless Steel | $8.90 LME | $0.40 | Mid Grade•4% |
| 304 Stainless Steel | $8.90 LME | $0.39 | Low Grade•4% |
| 300 Series Stainless Steel | $8.90 LME | $0.33 | Low Grade•4% |
| Stainless Steel Turnings | $8.90 LME | $0.18 | Low Grade•2% |
📊 What Determines Stainless Grade Value:
- Nickel & Moly Content: The higher the nickel and molybdenum (like in 316 vs 304), the bigger the payout at the scale.
- Cleanliness: Iron attachments, heavy grease, or plastic immediately drop your material to a low-paying 'dirty' price.
- Form and Density: Solid plates, pipes, and thick extrusions pay more than thin gauge sheet or fluffy turnings.
- Market Spread: Local yard demand and the current 95.3% spread against the LME influence the final scale price.
Stainless Steel scrap prices — find in your state on the map
The map shows states where we have Stainless Steel scrap prices. Click a state on the map or use the links below to see current Stainless Steel prices in that region.