Average scrap price for Cast Iron (Heavy)

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of today.
$224/ ton
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $224
Lowest price $224
Highest price$224Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Illinois

Scrap buy price in Illinois — $0.10 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.

52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $134 to $224.
Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Jun '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 2 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Cast Iron (Heavy) in Illinois

Scrap yards in Illinois buying Cast Iron (Heavy) — with current per ton rates listed. Prices shown are indicative; actual payouts may vary by lot size, date, and material condition. Call ahead to confirm today’s price and minimum quantity. For large lots, ask about specialty or volume pricing.

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Big Daddy Scrap

Listed as: Cast
551 E Lincoln Hwy, Chicago Heights, IL 60411 Plan route
$224/ ton
Updated 180 days ago

Big Daddy Scrap

Listed as: Cast
4441 W 1000 Rd S, Kankakee, IL 60901 Plan route
$224/ ton

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Compare Cast Iron (Heavy) prices with other Steel & Iron (Ferrous) grades

See the exact price difference between Cast Iron (Heavy) and similar grades like Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) or Plate & Structural Steel (P&S). Compare the figures below — they use / ton so they line up with the headline average.

Current price Cast Iron (Heavy)
Cast Iron (Heavy) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$224 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$291 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$265 / ton
Trend for 90 days: +10.2%
Price analytics
Light Iron & Shredder Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$246 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -1.8%
Price analytics
#2 Prepared Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$224 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -0.9%
Price analytics
#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$202 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -5.6%
Price analytics
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$177 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -6.6%
Price analytics
Tin (Sheet Metal) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$144 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Wire Fence Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Steel Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$101 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: +12.5%
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Rebar Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$67 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Cast Iron (Heavy) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Cast Iron (Heavy) at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for Cast Iron (Heavy)

The table below shows the daily price history for Cast Iron (Heavy) at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (/ ton)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/17/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/15/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/14/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/13/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/12/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/6/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
9/5/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
8/29/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
8/27/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
8/25/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
4/6/2026 $224 / ton— no change$224 – $224
3/23/2026 $224 / ton+$90$224 – $224
12/22/2025 $134 / ton−$22$134 – $134
6/10/2024 $157 / ton−$134$157 – $157
4/27/2023 $291 / ton+$45$291 – $291