North American Copper, Aluminum, Brass/Bronze See Marginal Gains on the Index- Nov 28, 2025
Daily Scrap Metal Price Report | 2025-12-01 12:21:45
The prices of Old Cast and UBC witnessed no change over the previous day.
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TORONTO (Scrap Monster): The North American scrap metal prices recorded modest increase on the ScrapMonster Price Index as of Friday, November 28, 2025. Steel and Stainless Steel scrap prices witnessed no change on the Index. Copper and Brass/Bronze scrap prices registered a marginal increase. Also, Aluminum scrap prices inched up on the Index.
Copper Scrap Prices
The price of Alternator scrap edged higher by $0.01 per Lb over the previous day. The price of #1 Copper Wire and Tubing increased by $0.11 per Lb. #2 Copper Wire and Tubing prices were also up by $0.11 per Lb. The price of #1 Copper Bare Bright edged higher by $ 0.11 per Lb.
The prices of #1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery prices witnessed an increase of $0.02 per Lb over the previous day. #2 Insulated Copper Wire 50% Recovery prices were up by $0.02 per Lb on the Index. #3 Copper-Light copper prices recorded an increase of $0.11 per Lb.
The prices of Copper Radiator scrap increased by $0.04 per Lb on the Index.
Copper Transformer Scrap edged higher by $0.01 per Lb over the previous day’s prices.
Cu Yokes prices were up by $0.01 per Lb on the Index.
Cu/Al Radiator Ends prices recorded no change over the previous day.
Cu/Al Radiators and Cu/Al Radiators/Fe prices held steady as of November 28, 2025.
Harness Wire 35% Recovery and Romex Wire prices inched higher by $0.02 per Lb each over the day.
Heater Cores prices were up by $0.02 per Lb.
The prices of Scrap Electric Motors, Starters, Sealed units, and Xmas Lights reported a jump of $0.01 per Lb from the previous day’s price levels.
Aluminum Scrap Prices
1100 Scrap prices remained flat over the day. The prices of 3003 Scrap held steady on the Index. The prices of 356 Aluminum Wheels and 6063 Extrusions/Fe also were unchanged.
The prices of 6063 Extrusions held steady over the day.
Meantime, prices of 5052 Scrap and 6061 Extrusions remained flat when compared with the prior day.
The prices of Al/Cu Radiators and Al/Cu Radiators/Fe recorded no change over the day. Aluminum Radiators and Aluminum Radiators/Fe prices held steady. Aluminum Transformers and Breakage 50% Recovery prices remained unchanged as of November 28, 2025.
E.C Aluminum Wire prices were up marginally by $0.01 per Lb on the Index.
Chrome Wheels, Litho Sheets, and MLC Clips held steady at the previous day’s price levels.
Mixed Aluminum Turnings prices also remained unchanged.
The prices of Old Cast and UBC witnessed no change over the previous day.
Old Sheet, Painted Siding, and Zorba 90% NF prices also were unchanged.
Steel Scrap Prices
#1 Bundle prices remained flat.
The prices of #1 Busheling and #1 HMS also reported no change as of November 28, 2025.
HMS 80/20 prices held steady on the Index.
Sheet Metal, Shredded Auto Scrap, and Structural Steel also saw no change in prices when compared with the previous day.
Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
201 SS and 301 SS prices reported no change.
304 SS Solid prices also remained flat over the previous day.
304 SS Turning witnessed no change in prices as of November 28, 2025.
309 SS and 310 SS prices saw no change in price from the previous day’s level.
330 SS prices were flat.
Also, 316 SS Solid prices remained unchanged on the Index.
Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
The Brass/Bronze Scrap prices in the North American region witnessed slight increase on the Index.
70/30 Brass Scrap, 80/20 Brass Scrap, 85/15 Brass Scrap, and Brass Radiator scrap prices were up by $0.02 per Lb each as of Friday, November 28, 2025.
Brass Radiator /Fe and Brass Radiator Ends prices maintained the previous day's price levels.
Red Brass, Red Borings and Yellow Brass prices edged higher by $0.02 per Lb on the Index.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which scrap metal categories recorded price increases on November 28, 2025?
Copper, Brass/Bronze, and some Aluminum scrap categories saw modest price increases, according to the ScrapMonster Price Index.
- Did Steel and Stainless Steel scrap prices change on the Index on November 28, 2025?
No, both Steel and Stainless Steel scrap prices remained unchanged across all major categories on November 28, 2025.
- Which metal category showed the strongest upward movement on November 28, 2025?
Copper scrap showed the most notable gains, with several grades such as #1 Copper Wire & Tubing and Bare Bright increasing by up to $0.11 per lb.
- What drives copper scrap prices in North America?
Copper scrap prices in North America are primarily driven by global copper demand, industrial manufacturing activity, supply chain dynamics, and commodity market trends. Factors such as construction demand, automotive production, renewable energy infrastructure development, and international trade policies all influence price movements. The ScrapMonster Price Index tracks these daily changes across various copper grades including #1 Copper Wire & Tubing, Bare Bright, and copper-bearing materials like Copper Transformers.
- How much did copper wire prices increase on November 28, 2025?
On November 28, 2025, #1 Copper Wire & Tubing prices increased by $0.11 per pound according to the ScrapMonster Price Index. Similarly, #2 Copper Wire and Tubing also saw gains of $0.11 per pound. #1 Copper Bare Bright increased by $0.11 per pound as well. These increases represented the strongest upward movement across all scrap metal categories tracked on that day, demonstrating robust demand for copper scrap materials in the North American market.
- Why did steel scrap prices remain unchanged on November 28, 2025?
Steel and Stainless Steel scrap prices remained unchanged across all major categories on November 28, 2025, due to stable market conditions. Unlike copper and aluminum which saw gains, the steel market experienced no significant demand shifts or supply disruptions. This price stability on the ScrapMonster Price Index indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics in the steel scrap sector. Categories such as HMS #1 (Heavy Melting Steel), HMS #2, shredded steel, and various stainless steel grades all held steady, reflecting consistent industrial consumption patterns.
- What is the ScrapMonster Price Index and how does it work?
The ScrapMonster Price Index is a comprehensive daily pricing benchmark that tracks scrap metal prices across North America. It monitors hundreds of scrap metal categories including ferrous metals (steel, iron), non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass, bronze), stainless steel, and specialty materials. The Index aggregates real-time market data from scrap yards, recyclers, and industry sources to provide accurate pricing trends. It serves as a critical resource for scrap metal buyers, sellers, recyclers, and industry professionals to make informed trading decisions and understand market movements.
- Which aluminum scrap grades saw price increases on November 28, 2025?
Several aluminum scrap grades saw modest price increases on November 28, 2025, according to the ScrapMonster Price Index. These gains, while smaller than copper increases, still represented positive movement in the aluminum market. Key aluminum categories that experienced price increases included various cast aluminum grades, aluminum extrusions, and aluminum sheet scrap. The aluminum scrap market showed steady demand from automotive manufacturers, construction projects, and packaging industries. These increases reflect growing recycling activities and sustained industrial consumption of recycled aluminum materials.
