Lead Scrap Price Trends

over the last 90 days

In the last 3 months in the Lead category: price is steady for 3 grades and price is down for 1 grade.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.18 to $0.28.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (LME)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~76.7% (-$0.69 / lb). Based on 4 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 66%–88%.
✓ All 4 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Lead in South Carolina

Local scrap yards in 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. Lead prices across the U.S. →

Current Lead Scrap Prices in South Carolina by Grade

Here is the Lead data we have on file for 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.

Range Lead U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.30 / lbRange: $0.20 – $0.40 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Soft Lead (Clean) Based on 5 yards
Avg. Price:$0.25 / lbRange: $0.17 – $0.32 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.18 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.26 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -34.4%
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Dirty & Scrap Lead U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.11 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.12 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Where to Sell Lead for Top Payouts in South Carolina

Live prices from local scrap yards in South Carolina. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.

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Updated 2/17/2026

CMC Recycling

Wellford, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.17 / lb|🠇 $0.13 (43%)
Updated 2/17/2026

CMC Recycling

Lexington, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.32 / lb|🠅 $0.03 (10%)
Updated 2/17/2026

CMC Recycling

Anderson, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.17 / lb|🠇 $0.13 (43%)
Updated 2/17/2026

CMC Recycling

Spartanburg, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.17 / lb|🠇 $0.13 (43%)
Updated 2/17/2026

CMC Recycling

Columbia, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.32 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (7%)
Updated 12/28/2021

CMC Recycling

Florence, South Carolina1 grade on price list
Clean Lead
$0.38 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (36%)

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Lead 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.

Lead Scrap Load Value Calculator

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 South Carolina.

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Lead Purity Analysis: Payout Percentage by Grade

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.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Range Lead $0.89 LME$0.30
High Grade34%
Soft Lead (Clean) $0.89 LME$0.25
High Grade27%
Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) $0.89 LME$0.18
Mid Grade20%
Dirty & Scrap Lead $0.89 LME$0.11
Low Grade12%

📊 What Determines Grade Value:

  • Metal Purity:Soft Lead (Clean) is nearly 99% pure, making it the highest value tier compared to hard lead alloys.
  • Attachment Weight:Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) often have steel clips attached; yards deduct for this iron contamination or pay a flat 'dirty' rate.
  • Processing Hazard: Lead requires specialized handling due to toxicity. Higher safety overhead at the yard can influence the 76.7% market spread.
  • Form & Cleanliness: Range Lead can be heavily contaminated with dirt, sand, and copper jacketing, requiring more refining time.
💡 Pro tip: If your lead has significant moisture or heavy sludge attached, expect the scale man to take a 'water weight' deduction. Dry your scrap before heading to the yard.