Average scrap price for Brass Shells

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 3/4/2026.
$2.28/ lb−$0.07 (3.1%)
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: $2.28
Lowest price ⓘ$2.13
Highest price$2.20Who pays the most? ⟶

National high for this grade: $3.20 / lb.

How to read scrap yard offers Missouri

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

  • Low (around $2.13): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($2.28): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($2.20+): 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 $2.05 to $2.24.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Upward trend. Prices have been rising over the past year.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates (out of 3 tracked local buyers).

Brass Shells price reference for Missouri

Scrap yards in Missouri 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 Missouri

These are scrap yards in Missouri 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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Updated 244 days ago

B & W Truck Repair

Listed as: Shell Brass
8410 US-24, Taylor, MO 63471 Plan route
$2.13/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

McCoy Iron & Metal

Listed as: Yellow Brass Shell Casings
321 N Fort Ave, Springfield, MO 65802 Plan route
$2.20/ lb
Updated 390 days ago

S&S Recycling

Listed as: Brass Shells
1416 US-60, Mountain View, MO 65548 Plan route
$2.34/ 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:$2.28 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +7.5%
Red Brass Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$4.50 / 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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Yellow Brass Solids Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$3.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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Brass Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Water Meters Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Refinery Brass Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.67 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +28.0%
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Brass Breakage Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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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)
$2.17 / lb−$0.07$2.13 – $2.13
2/17/2026 $2.24 / lb+$0.19$2.20 – $2.28
12/12/2025 $2.05 / lb−$0.04$2.05 – $2.05
12/6/2025 $2.09 / lb+$0.12$2.09 – $2.09
10/23/2025 $1.97 / lb−$0.37$1.97 – $1.97
10/9/2025 $2.34 / lb+$0.66$2.34 – $2.34
8/29/2025 $1.68 / lb+$0.02$1.68 – $1.68
9/19/2024 $1.66 / lb−$0.24$1.66 – $1.66
9/13/2024 $1.90 / lb+$0.50$1.90 – $1.90
8/11/2024 $1.40 / lb−$0.10$1.40 – $1.40
6/17/2024 $1.50 / lb−$0.50$1.50 – $1.50
5/25/2024 $2.00 / lb+$0.10$2.00 – $2.00
10/3/2023 $1.90 / lb+$0.20$1.90 – $1.90
9/28/2022 $1.70 / lb−$0.30$1.70 – $1.70
6/23/2021 $2.00 / lb+$0.25$2.00 – $2.00
4/19/2021 $1.75 / lb+$0.75$1.75 – $1.75
1/27/2021 $1.00 / lb+$0.20$1.00 – $1.00
12/2/2020 $0.80 / lb−$0.20$0.80 – $0.80