Average scrap price for Cast Iron (Heavy)

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 8/29/2026.
$179/ ton
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $179
Lowest price $179
Highest price$179Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Virginia

Scrap buy price in Virginia — $0.08 / 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 $179.
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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 Virginia

Scrap yards in Virginia 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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Updated 21 days ago

C & C Cullet LLC

Listed as: Cast Iron | Heavy
12115 Washington Hwy, Ashland, VA 23005 Plan route
$179/ ton
Updated 214 days ago

West Virginia Cashin Recyclables

Listed as: Diesel Block
1 Pickens Rd, Nitro, WV 25143 Plan route
$134/ 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 Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) or Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums). 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:$179 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$246 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$235 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
#2 Prepared Steel Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$224 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -0.9%
Price analytics
#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$190 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -13.6%
Price analytics
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$172 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -1.0%
Price analytics
Light Iron & Shredder Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$146 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: -7.1%
Price analytics
Tin (Sheet Metal) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$144 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Rebar Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Wire Fence Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Steel Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$101 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: +12.5%
Price analytics

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)
$179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
8/26/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/22/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/21/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/20/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/19/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/18/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/17/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/16/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/15/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/13/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/12/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/11/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/10/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/9/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/8/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/7/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/5/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/3/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/1/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/27/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/26/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/25/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/23/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/22/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/20/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/18/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/17/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/16/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/15/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/14/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/13/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/12/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/11/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/10/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/9/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/8/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/6/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/4/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/3/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/2/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
4/1/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/31/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/30/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/29/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/28/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/27/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/26/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/25/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/24/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/23/2026 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
3/22/2026 $179 / ton+$45$179 – $179
2/17/2026 $134 / ton−$45$134 – $134
2/11/2026 $179 / ton+$90$179 – $179
11/13/2025 $90 / ton−$67$90 – $90
11/9/2025 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
5/24/2025 $134 / ton−$22$134 – $134
1/19/2025 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
8/7/2024 $134 / ton— no change$134 – $134
7/13/2024 $134 / ton−$22$134 – $134
5/19/2024 $157 / ton— no change$157 – $157
4/15/2024 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
10/4/2023 $134 / ton— no change$134 – $134
10/2/2023 $134 / ton−$67$134 – $134
3/24/2023 $202 / ton+$45$202 – $202
2/3/2023 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
12/2/2022 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
10/2/2022 $112 / ton−$45$112 – $112
10/1/2022 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
5/20/2022 $179 / ton— no change$179 – $179
5/16/2022 $179 / ton−$22$179 – $179
1/26/2022 $202 / ton+$45$202 – $202
1/25/2022 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
12/2/2021 $179 / ton−$45$179 – $179
11/29/2021 $224 / ton+$45$224 – $224
10/16/2021 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
9/20/2021 $157 / ton−$22$157 – $157
8/3/2021 $179 / ton−$45$179 – $179
8/1/2021 $224 / ton+$45$224 – $224
5/15/2021 $179 / ton+$22$179 – $179
5/9/2021 $157 / ton— no change$157 – $157
4/17/2021 $157 / ton+$22$157 – $157
4/13/2021 $134 / ton−$67$134 – $134
1/20/2021 $202 / ton+$112$202 – $202
11/29/2020 $90 / ton−$45$90 – $90
11/24/2020 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
8/8/2020 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
12/9/2019 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
11/21/2019 $112 / ton+$45$112 – $112
11/17/2019 $67 / ton−$67$67 – $67
9/19/2019 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
8/21/2019 $112 / ton+$22$112 – $112
6/12/2019 $90 / ton−$45$90 – $90
4/10/2019 $134 / ton+$22$134 – $134
2/7/2019 $112 / ton−$45$112 – $112
12/7/2018 $157 / ton+$45$157 – $157
10/6/2018 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
8/18/2018 $134 / ton−$22$134 – $134