Average scrap price for Brass Shells

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 8/25/2026.
$3.01/ lb+$0.60 (24%)
Use this as a baseline for negotiations. Always call local yards to confirm their rate for your load size.GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $3.01
Lowest price ⓘ$3.10
Highest price$3.10Who pays the most? ⟶

National high for this grade: $3.20 / lb.

How to read scrap yard offers Arizona

The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.

  • Low (around $3.10): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($3.01): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($3.10+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $2.50 to $3.10.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Brass Shells price reference for Arizona

Scrap yards in Arizona don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($2.83 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Brass Shells prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell Brass Shells in Arizona

These are scrap yards in Arizona that recently updated Brass Shells prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.

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E-Z Money Recycling LLC

Listed as: Brass Shells Clean
1234 S 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Plan route
$3.10/ lb
Updated 70 days ago

E-Z Money Recycling LLC

Listed as: Brass Shells Clean
1234 S 7th St, Phoenix Plan route
$3.10/ lb

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Compare Brass Shells prices with other Brass grades

See the exact price difference between Brass Shells and similar grades like Red Brass or Bronze Scrap. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Brass Shells
Brass Shells Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$3.01 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Red Brass Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$4.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Bronze Scrap Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.58 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +46.4%
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Plumbing Brass Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.31 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +8.0%
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Yellow Brass Solids Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$3.25 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Brass Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Water Meters Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Refinery Brass Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.67 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +28.0%
Price analytics
Brass Breakage Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Brass EDM Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Irony Brass Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Brass Shells at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Brass Shells 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 Brass Shells

The table below shows the daily price history for Brass Shells 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 (per lb)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$3.10 / lb+$0.60$3.10 – $3.10
2/17/2026 $2.50 / lb+$0.20$2.50 – $2.50
10/4/2025 $2.30 / lb+$0.10$2.30 – $2.30
7/23/2025 $2.20 / lb+$0.35$2.20 – $2.20
5/28/2025 $1.85 / lb+$0.40$1.85 – $1.85
10/4/2024 $1.45 / lb−$0.20$1.45 – $1.45
7/24/2024 $1.65 / lb−$0.20$1.65 – $1.65
6/21/2024 $1.85 / lb−$0.30$1.85 – $1.85
5/26/2024 $2.15 / lb+$0.15$2.15 – $2.15