Price trends for high-temperature alloys and specialty metals by grade

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the High Temp & Specialty category: price is steady for 14 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $3.53 to $5.80.
Jun '25Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (LME)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~77.3% (-$12.59/ lb). Based on 4 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 53%–87%.
✓ All 4 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — High Temp & Specialty in Elkins (West Virginia)

Local scrap yards in Elkins (West Virginia) 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. High Temp & Specialty prices across the U.S. →

High Temp & Specialty scrap prices by grade in Elkins

Here is the High Temp & Specialty data we have on file for Elkins (West Virginia). 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.

Tungsten Carbide U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$11.50/ lbRange: $8.00 – $15.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Tantalum U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$9.00/ lbRange: $8.00 – $10.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Inconel U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$6.50/ lbRange: $6.50 – $6.50/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Pure Tungsten U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$6.00/ lbRange: $6.00 – $6.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Tin (Block) U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$6.00/ lbRange: $6.00 – $6.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Cobalt & High Temp Alloys U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.70/ lbRange: $2.40 – $5.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Nickel U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.25/ lbRange: $2.50 – $4.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Monel U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.10/ lbRange: $2.20 – $4.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Specialty Copper Alloys U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.00/ lbRange: $3.00 – $3.00/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Hastelloy U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$2.50/ lbRange: $2.50 – $2.50/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Welding Copper U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$2.05/ lbRange: $2.05 – $2.05/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Titanium U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.35/ lbRange: $0.35 – $0.35/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Magnesium U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.20/ lbRange: $0.20 – $0.20/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Tool Steel & Stainless U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.20/ lbRange: $0.15 – $0.25/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Scrap yards paying the most for high-temperature alloys and specialty metals in Elkins

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Elkins Metal Recycling

Elkins, West Virginia1 grade on price list
Tungsten
$6.00/ lb|🠅 $1.00 (20%)

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Compare high-temperature alloys and specialty metals grades and their value

High-temp and specialty metals trade on specialized markets rather than standard exchanges. Nickel superalloys, cobalt alloys, tungsten carbide, and titanium each have their own buyer network and price basis. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Specialty Copper Alloys $6.49/ lb COMEX$3.00/ lb
High Grade46%
Welding Copper $6.49/ lb COMEX$2.05/ lb
Mid Grade32%
Tin (Block) $23.97/ lb LME$6.00/ lb
Mid Grade25%
Cobalt & High Temp Alloys $28.15/ lb LME$3.70/ lb
Low Grade13%

📊 What determines the value of high-temperature alloys and specialty metals:

  • Identification is everything: Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel, Waspaloy — without a mill cert or XRF confirmation, you'll be paid generic 'high-temp scrap' rates.
  • Tungsten carbide / carbide inserts: One of the highest-value specialty items by weight. Cutting inserts, drill tips, and end mills must be separated from steel toolholders.
  • Titanium: Grade 1/2 titanium brings the most. Mixed or contaminated titanium (welded joints, anodized) is discounted. Specialty buyers only.
  • Magnesium: Low-density, highly reactive — many yards won't buy it at all. Requires a specialty recycler with safe handling.
  • Tantalum / Cobalt: Extremely high value by weight; specialty buyers required. Always get multiple quotes.
💡 Tip: Any documentation you have (material certs, mill tags, part numbers) can dramatically increase your payout from a specialty buyer.