Price trends for zinc and die cast scrap by grade

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the Zinc & Die Cast category: price is steady for 3 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.19 to $0.20.
Jun '25Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (LME)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~87.7% (-$1.42/ lb). Based on 3 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 84%–94%.
✓ All 3 grades are within normal market range

Zinc & Die Cast scrap prices by grade in Pennsylvania

Clean zinc die cast brings the best rate; irony or mixed die cast is heavily discounted. Click any grade to get a detailed price chart, market analysis, and a list of yards currently paying the most.

Clean Zinc Die Cast Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.25/ lbRange: $0.25 – $0.25/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Zinc Solids Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.25/ lbRange: $0.25 – $0.25/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Irony Zinc Die Cast Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.10/ lbRange: $0.05 – $0.15/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Scrap yards paying the most for zinc and die cast scrap in Pennsylvania

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

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Updated 3/30/2026

Weiner Iron & Metal Corp

North Manheim Township, Pennsylvania3 grades on price list
DIE CAST
$0.25/ lb|🠅 $0.15 (150%)
IRONY DIE CAST
$0.05/ lb
ZINC
$0.25/ lb|🠇 $0.05 (17%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Three Rivers Recycling LLC

Harmony Township, Pennsylvania2 grades on price list
Zinc Die Cast - IRONY
$0.15/ lb
Zinc SOLIDS
$0.25/ lb
Updated 2/17/2026

Einfalt Recycling & Salvage

Stockertown, Pennsylvania1 grade on price list
CLEAN DIE CAST
$0.20/ lb|🠇 $0.05 (20%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Kantner Iron & Steel Inc

Quemahoning Township, Pennsylvania1 grade on price list
Die Cast (Clean)
$0.25/ lb

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Price chart: zinc and die cast scrap grades and LME Zinc exchange data

The chart shows average yard buyout rates and LME Zinc exchange data for your selected zinc and die cast 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 zinc and die cast 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 Pennsylvania.

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Compare zinc and die cast scrap grades and their value

Zinc die cast pricing follows LME Zinc. Alloy purity is key: clean ZA or Zamak die cast is priced closest to LME; contaminated or irony material receives steep discounts. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Clean Zinc Die Cast $1.62/ lb LME$0.25/ lb
High Grade15%
Zinc Solids $1.62/ lb LME$0.25/ lb
High Grade15%
Irony Zinc Die Cast $1.62/ lb LME$0.10/ lb
Low Grade6%

📊 What determines the value of zinc and die cast scrap:

  • Clean zinc die cast (Zamak): The top grade — clean castings with no iron, steel inserts, or heavy coating. Priced near LME Zinc.
  • Irony zinc die cast: Die cast with steel fasteners, brackets, or significant iron contamination — major discount vs. clean. Remove steel first.
  • Zinc solids: Pure zinc ingots, slab zinc, or clean spillage — highest payout per pound in the zinc category.
  • Scrap carburetors: Mostly zinc die cast with aluminum and steel components — priced as a mixed lot; some yards separate the grades.
💡 Tip: Zinc die cast is lighter than lead and duller than aluminum — a quick spark test at the grinder confirms it. Separate from aluminum before selling.