Scrap Prices
US vs China Scrap Price Spread Analysis: Why the Gap Matters
The pricing differential between US domestic scrap markets and Chinese import prices represents one of the most critical factors influencing North American scrap metal flows and profitability. Understanding this spread enables better timing decisions and market positioning.European Scrap Export Pricing: Impact on North American Markets
European scrap demand, pricing premiums, quality standards and trade conditions can influence North American selling opportunities. October 2025 comparisons showed EU-delivered premiums across copper, aluminum UBC, Steel HMS #1 and Stainless Steel 304, while currency, logistics and regulatory requirements remain important factors for exporters.Chinese buyers spark bidding war for US tungsten scrap
Chinese buyers have been seeking tungsten from scrapyards across the US, leading to record-breaking prices as competition heats up in the global race to secure supplies of the critical mineral, according to the Financial Times.Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Hold Firm on the Index – January 2, 2026
UBC and Zorba 90% INF prices recorded no change from the previous day’s price.Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Register Gains on the Index – December 31, 2025
Heater Cores prices were up by CNY 300 per MT on the Index.North American Scrap Metal Prices End 2025 on a Mixed Note- December 31, 2025
Sheet Metal, Shredded Auto Scrap, and Structural Steel also saw no change in prices as of December 31, 2025.Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Show Mixed Trend on Index – December 30, 2025
Harness Wire 35% Recovery prices were down marginally by CNY 50 per MT as of Tuesday, December 30, 2025.North American Scrap Metal Prices Show Mixed Performance on the Index – December 30, 2025
Copper Transformer and Cu Yokes prices were down by $0.01 per Lb and $0.03 per Lb respectively on the Index.Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Largely Climb on the Index – December 29, 2025
Shred SS prices reported an increase of CNY 100 per MT on the Index.