Daily Scrap Metal Price Report
North American Copper and Brass Scrap Prices Rise on June 12, 2026
North American scrap metal prices were mostly unchanged on the ScrapMonster Price Index on Friday, June 12, 2026. Copper and brass/bronze scrap prices moved higher, while aluminum, steel, and stainless steel scrap prices held steady.
Key Takeaways from the June 12 Scrap Price Index
- Copper scrap led the market, with #1 Copper Wire and Tubing, #2 Copper Wire and Tubing, #1 Copper Bare Bright, and #3 Copper-Light Copper up by $0.10 per lb.
- Brass and bronze scrap prices also increased, with several major grades rising by $0.03 per lb.
- Aluminum, steel, and stainless steel scrap prices were flat across the major grades tracked in the report.
- The market was selective: copper and brass/bronze moved higher, but the broader North American scrap index remained largely steady.
North American Scrap Metal Price Summary for June 12, 2026
The ScrapMonster Price Index showed a mostly stable North American scrap market on Friday, June 12, 2026. Copper and brass/bronze were the only major categories to register gains, while aluminum, steel, and stainless steel scrap prices remained unchanged.
| Scrap Category | June 12, 2026 Price Movement | Market Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Copper Scrap | Up as much as $0.10 per lb | Strongest category in the report |
| Brass/Bronze Scrap | Mostly up $0.03 per lb | Modest follow-through from copper strength |
| Aluminum Scrap | Flat | No day-over-day movement across major grades |
| Steel Scrap | Flat | Ferrous scrap held steady |
| Stainless Steel Scrap | Flat | Stainless grades were unchanged |
Copper Scrap Prices Increased on June 12
Copper scrap was the strongest segment of the North American scrap market on June 12, 2026. Several key copper grades rose by $0.10 per lb on the ScrapMonster Price Index.
Key Copper Scrap Gains
- #1 Copper Wire and Tubing increased by $0.10 per lb.
- #2 Copper Wire and Tubing increased by $0.10 per lb.
- #1 Copper Bare Bright increased by $0.10 per lb.
- #3 Copper-Light Copper increased by $0.10 per lb.
Other Copper Scrap Price Moves
- #1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery increased by $0.03 per lb.
- #2 Insulated Copper Wire 50% Recovery increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Copper Radiator scrap increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Harness Wire 35% Recovery increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Romex Wire increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Heater Cores increased by $0.02 per lb.
- Cu Yokes increased by $0.01 per lb.
Copper Grades That Held Flat
Alternator scrap, Copper Transformer Scrap, Cu/Al Radiator Ends, Cu/Al Radiators, Cu/Al Radiators/Fe, Scrap Electric Motors, Starters, Sealed Units, and Xmas Lights showed no change from the previous day.
Aluminum Scrap Prices Held Flat
Aluminum scrap prices were unchanged across the major grades tracked on the ScrapMonster Price Index on June 12, 2026.
Flat aluminum grades included 1100 Scrap, 3003 Scrap, 356 Aluminum Wheels, 5052 Scrap, 6061 Extrusions, 6063 Extrusions, 6063 Extrusions/Fe, Al/Cu Radiators, Al/Cu Radiators/Fe, Aluminum Radiators, Aluminum Radiators/Fe, Aluminum Transformers, Breakage 50% Recovery, E.C. Aluminum Wire, Chrome Wheels, Litho Sheets, MLC Clips, Mixed Aluminum Turnings, Old Cast, UBC, Old Sheet, Painted Siding, and Zorba 90% NF.
The aluminum market signal was clear: aluminum scrap did not participate in the copper-led move and remained stable on the day.
Steel Scrap Prices Were Unchanged
North American steel scrap prices held steady on June 12, 2026, according to the ScrapMonster Price Index.
#1 Bundle, #1 Busheling, #1 HMS, HMS 80/20, Sheet Metal, Shredded Auto Scrap, and Structural Steel all recorded no change from the previous day.
Steel scrap remained stable while the day’s price movement was concentrated in copper and brass/bronze scrap categories.
Stainless Steel Scrap Prices Remained Stable
Stainless steel scrap prices were flat across all major grades listed in the June 12 ScrapMonster Price Index report.
201 SS, 301 SS, 304 SS Solid, 304 SS Turning, 309 SS, 310 SS, 330 SS, and 316 SS Solid all held unchanged from the prior day.
Brass and Bronze Scrap Prices Posted Modest Gains
Brass and bronze scrap prices increased modestly in North America on June 12, 2026. Most major grades rose by $0.03 per lb on the ScrapMonster Price Index.
Brass and Bronze Grades Up $0.03 per lb
- 70/30 Brass Scrap increased by $0.03 per lb.
- 80/20 Brass Scrap increased by $0.03 per lb.
- 85/15 Brass Scrap increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Brass Radiator scrap increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Red Brass increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Red Borings increased by $0.03 per lb.
- Yellow Brass increased by $0.03 per lb.
Other Brass and Bronze Moves
Brass Radiator/Fe increased by $0.01 per lb, while Brass Radiator Ends held steady compared with the previous day.
What This Scrap Price Report Shows
The June 12, 2026 North American scrap price report shows a selective market. Copper was the strongest category, brass and bronze followed with smaller gains, and aluminum, steel, and stainless steel remained stable.
For scrap yards, brokers, processors, and industrial buyers, the key point is that the day’s movement was concentrated in copper-bearing and brass/bronze materials rather than the full scrap market.
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People Also Ask: North American Scrap Prices on June 12, 2026
Which scrap metal category increased the most on June 12, 2026?
Copper scrap increased the most on June 12, 2026. #1 Copper Wire and Tubing, #2 Copper Wire and Tubing, #1 Copper Bare Bright, and #3 Copper-Light Copper each rose by $0.10 per lb on the ScrapMonster Price Index.
How much did #1 Copper Bare Bright increase on June 12, 2026?
#1 Copper Bare Bright increased by $0.10 per lb on the ScrapMonster Price Index on June 12, 2026.
Did brass scrap prices rise on June 12, 2026?
Yes. Several brass and bronze grades rose on June 12, 2026. 70/30 Brass Scrap, 80/20 Brass Scrap, 85/15 Brass Scrap, Brass Radiator scrap, Red Brass, Red Borings, and Yellow Brass each increased by $0.03 per lb.
Which brass scrap grades increased by $0.03 per lb?
70/30 Brass Scrap, 80/20 Brass Scrap, 85/15 Brass Scrap, Brass Radiator scrap, Red Brass, Red Borings, and Yellow Brass increased by $0.03 per lb on June 12, 2026.
Did aluminum scrap prices change on June 12, 2026?
No. Aluminum scrap prices remained flat across major grades, including E.C. Aluminum Wire, UBC, Old Cast, 6061 Extrusions, 6063 Extrusions, and Zorba 90% NF.
Were steel scrap prices up or down on June 12, 2026?
Steel scrap prices were flat on June 12, 2026. #1 Bundle, #1 Busheling, #1 HMS, HMS 80/20, Sheet Metal, Shredded Auto Scrap, and Structural Steel recorded no day-over-day change.
Did stainless steel scrap prices move on June 12, 2026?
No. Stainless steel scrap prices were unchanged. 201 SS, 301 SS, 304 SS Solid, 304 SS Turning, 309 SS, 310 SS, 330 SS, and 316 SS Solid all held flat.
What was the overall North American scrap market trend on June 12, 2026?
The North American scrap market was mostly stable on June 12, 2026. Copper and brass/bronze prices increased, while aluminum, steel, and stainless steel prices held flat.
What does the June 12 ScrapMonster Price Index report mean for scrap yards?
The report shows that copper-bearing and brass/bronze materials had the strongest day-over-day price support, while aluminum, steel, and stainless steel remained steady.
Where can users track live North American scrap prices?
Users can track live North American scrap prices, full grade-level pricing, historical charts, and regional price tools at ScrapMonster.com.