Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Reflects Sharo Downtrend on the Index – February 13, 2026
Daily Scrap Metal Price Report | 2026-02-16 06:57:34
Aluminum Radiator and Aluminum Transformer prices each slipped by CNY 200 per metric ton on the Index.
By Anil Mathews
BEIJING (Scrap Monster): The Chinese scrap metal prices recorded significant decline on ScrapMonster Price Index as of Friday, February 13, 2026.
- Copper: Notable downward momentum
- Aluminum: Across-the-board decline
- Brass/Bronze: Downtrend
- Stainless Steel: Sharp weekly decline
- Steel: Held steady
Copper Scrap Prices
The #1 Copper Bare Bright and #1 Copper Wire and Tubing witnessed a decline in prices of CNY 2,050 per MT each over the previous day.
The price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing also edged lower by CNY 2,050 per MT.
#1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery prices were down by CNY 1,000 per MT.
The price of #2 Insulated Copper Wire 50% Recovery recorded a decline of CNY 100 per MT over the previous day.
Copper Transformer and Cu Yokes scrap prices were down by CNY 100 per MT each on the Index.
Cu/Al Radiator and Heater Cores prices dropped by CNY 500 per MT and CNY 800 per MT respectively as of Friday, February 13, 2026.
Harness Wire 35% Recovery prices dropped by CNY 100 per MT upon comparison with the prior day’s prices.
Scrap Electric Motors and Sealed Units prices were down by CNY 50 per MT each on the Index.
Aluminum Scrap Prices
6063 Aluminum Extrusions recorded a day-on-day price drop of CNY 400 per metric ton. Aluminum ingot prices also moved lower by CNY 400 per metric ton compared with the previous session.
Aluminum Radiator and Aluminum Transformer prices each slipped by CNY 200 per metric ton on the Index. E.C. Aluminum Wire prices declined more sharply, falling by CNY 400 per metric ton as of February 13, 2026.
In the scrap market, both Old Cast aluminum and Old Sheet aluminum prices decreased by CNY 400 per metric ton as of the index assessment date. Meanwhile, Used Beverage Cans (UBC) and Zorba 90% INF grades registered more modest declines, each shedding CNY 200 per metric ton from the prior day’s levels.
Steel Scrap Prices
#1 HMS prices held steady as of February 13, 2026.
Cast Iron Scrap reported no change in prices.
Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
- 201 SS: Witnessed a decline of CNY 200 per MT
- 304 SS Solid: Down by CNY 300 per MT
- 304 SS Turning: Recorded a downward movement by CNY 350 per MT
- 309 SS: Saw a dip of CNY 450 per MT
The price of 310 SS witnessed a decline of CNY 550 per MT on a daily basis.
316 SS Solid prices edged lower by CNY 450 per MT.
Also, Shred SS scrap prices were down by CNY 350 per MT as of Friday, February 13, 2026.
Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
The Brass/Bronze Scrap prices in China recorded a decline as of February 13, 2026.
- Brass Radiator: Dipped by CNY 250 per MT
- Red Brass: Down by CNY 350 per MT
- Yellow Brass: Edged lower by CNY 350 per MT
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which scrap category recorded the steepest decline on February 13, 2026?
Copper scrap led the downturn, with key grades falling by as much as CNY 2,050 per MT.
- How did aluminum scrap perform?
Aluminum prices saw across-the-board declines, particularly in extrusions, ingots, and Old Cast grades.
- What was the trend in stainless steel scrap?
Stainless steel prices registered sharp daily drops, reflecting weak market sentiment.
