SchrottToday’s Lead Scrap Prices in the US
Real-time analysis of Lead scrap prices in the US. Track current yard payouts for soft lead, wheel weights, and range scrap against the LME market, use our load calculator, and find the highest-paying scrap yards in the US.
Lead Scrap Price Trends
over the last 90 daysIn the last 3 months in the Lead category: price is steady for 3 grades and price is down for 1 grade.
Current Lead Scrap Prices in the US by Grade
Lead values are holding steady, with local scrap yards offering from $0.10/lb up to $0.55/lb. Premium Soft Lead (Clean) currently pulls $0.36 to $0.55/ lb, while common Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) are trading at $0.10 to $0.30/ lb. For mixed loads, Dirty & Scrap Lead averages $0.10 to $0.12/ lb.
Where to Sell Lead for Top Payouts in the US
Live prices from local scrap yards across the U.S.. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
1st Coast Recycling Inc
Brenner Recycling
Second Street Iron & Metal Co., Inc.
CMC Recycling
Atlas Metal Recycling
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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 across the U.S..
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.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soft Lead (Clean) | $0.89 LME | $0.46 | High Grade•51% |
| Range Lead | $0.89 LME | $0.30 | Mid Grade•34% |
| Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) | $0.89 LME | $0.20 | Low Grade•22% |
| Dirty & Scrap Lead | $0.89 LME | $0.11 | Low Grade•12% |
📊 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 70.2% market spread.
- Form & Cleanliness: Range Lead can be heavily contaminated with dirt, sand, and copper jacketing, requiring more refining time.
Lead scrap prices — find in your state on the map
The map shows states where we have Lead scrap prices. Click a state on the map or use the links below to see current Lead prices in that region.