ScrapZinc & Die Cast Scrap Prices in Hobart
In-depth analytics for zinc and die cast scrap prices in Hobart. Compare local scrap yard buyout rates with LME Zinc exchange benchmarks, use the lot calculator to estimate your payout, and find the yards with the best offers near you.
Local data is supplemented with national averages for the most accurate estimate. The market moves as one trend — use the national figure as your reference point.
Price trends for zinc and die cast scrap by grade
over the last 30 daysIn the last month in the Zinc & Die Cast category: price is steady for 3 grades.
U.S. National Price Benchmark — Zinc & Die Cast in Hobart (Indiana)
Local scrap yards in Hobart (Indiana) 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. Zinc & Die Cast prices across the U.S. →
Zinc & Die Cast scrap prices by grade in Hobart
Here is the Zinc & Die Cast data we have on file for Hobart (Indiana). 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.
Scrap yards paying the most for zinc and die cast scrap in Hobart
Live prices from local scrap yards in Hobart (Indiana). Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
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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 Hobart (Indiana).
Compare zinc and die cast scrap grades and their value
Zinc die cast pricing follows LME Zinc. Alloy purity is key: clean ZA or Zamak die cast is priced closest to LME; contaminated or irony material receives steep discounts. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean Zinc Die Cast | $1.62/ lb LME | $0.35/ lb | High Grade•22% |
| Zinc Solids | $1.62/ lb LME | $0.28/ lb | High Grade•17% |
| Irony Zinc Die Cast | $1.62/ lb LME | $0.10/ lb | Low Grade•6% |
📊 What determines the value of zinc and die cast scrap:
- Clean zinc die cast (Zamak): The top grade — clean castings with no iron, steel inserts, or heavy coating. Priced near LME Zinc.
- Irony zinc die cast: Die cast with steel fasteners, brackets, or significant iron contamination — major discount vs. clean. Remove steel first.
- Zinc solids: Pure zinc ingots, slab zinc, or clean spillage — highest payout per pound in the zinc category.
- Scrap carburetors: Mostly zinc die cast with aluminum and steel components — priced as a mixed lot; some yards separate the grades.
Map of scrap yards buying zinc and die cast scrap
The map below shows yards currently listing prices for zinc and die cast scrap. Select your state on the map or from the list to see current per-pound rates for all grades at local yards.