Average scrap price for Steel Turnings

180-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 8/28/2026.
$45/ ton−$67 (60%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $45
Lowest price ⓘ$45
Highest price$45Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Pennsylvania
  • Low (around $45): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($45): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($45+): 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 $67 to $134.
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 (out of 3 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Steel Turnings in Pennsylvania

Scrap yards in Pennsylvania buying Steel Turnings — 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 69 days ago

American Steel Processing

Listed as: Steel Turnings
4900 Grand Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15225 Plan route
$112/ ton
Updated 225 days ago

Iron City Steel & Recycling

Listed as: Steel Turnings
1308 Main St, Glenwillard, PA 15046 Plan route
$112/ ton
Updated 326 days ago

Krill Recycling LLC

Listed as: Steel Turnings
1200 Rte 422, Fenelton, PA 16034 Plan route
$134/ ton

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Compare Steel Turnings prices with other Steel & Iron (Ferrous) grades

See the exact price difference between Steel Turnings and similar grades like Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) or #1 Prepared Steel (HMS). Compare the figures below — they use / ton so they line up with the headline average.

Current price Steel Turnings
Steel Turnings Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$45 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$278 / ton
Trend for 30 days: +6.9%
Price analytics
#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$246 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
#2 Prepared Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$218 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -6.1%
Price analytics
Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$157 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Rebar Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$127 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$123 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
Price analytics
Wire Fence Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Cast Iron (Heavy) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Tin (Sheet Metal) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Light Iron & Shredder Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$90 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics

Price trend: Steel Turnings at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Steel Turnings 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 Steel Turnings

The table below shows the daily price history for Steel Turnings 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)
$45 / ton−$67$45 – $45
8/26/2026 $112 / ton+$45$112 – $112
7/25/2026 $67 / ton−$22$67 – $67
6/30/2026 $90 / ton−$22$90 – $90
6/28/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/27/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/26/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/25/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/24/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/23/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/22/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/21/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/19/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/18/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/17/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/16/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/15/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/14/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/13/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/12/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/11/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/10/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/9/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/8/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/7/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
6/6/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
5/26/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
5/25/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
5/18/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
5/17/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
5/14/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
4/27/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
4/26/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
4/14/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
3/23/2026 $112 / ton— no change$112 – $112
2/17/2026 $112 / ton−$22$90 – $134
12/12/2025 $134 / ton+$90$134 – $134
10/14/2025 $45 / ton−$22$45 – $45
4/30/2025 $67 / ton— no change$67 – $67
1/25/2025 $67 / ton+$22$67 – $67
9/8/2024 $45 / ton−$22$45 – $45
4/13/2024 $67 / ton+$22$67 – $67
2/6/2023 $45 / ton— no change$45 – $45
9/30/2022 $45 / ton−$134$45 – $45
8/14/2022 $179 / ton−$22$179 – $179
5/16/2022 $202 / ton−$22$202 – $202
12/6/2021 $224 / ton+$112$224 – $224
10/22/2021 $112 / ton−$45$112 – $112
10/16/2021 $157 / ton−$67$157 – $157
9/10/2021 $224 / ton+$134$224 – $224
4/19/2021 $90 / ton−$22$90 – $90
3/1/2021 $112 / ton−$22$112 – $112
1/18/2021 $134 / ton−$90$134 – $134
1/16/2021 $224 / ton+$179$224 – $224
12/2/2020 $45 / ton−$67$45 – $45