Scrap Metal Prices: Weekly Market Update Report– November 7-13, 2025
Weekly Metal Price Report | 2025-11-14 13:50:32
Copper scrap prices continued their upward momentum last week, with the most significant gains observed in categories such as Xmas Lights, Starters, Sealed Units, and Scrap Electric Motors.
By Paul Ploumis
MONTREAL (Scrap Monster): The weekly market price trends in North America for various scrap metal categories on the Scrap Monster Price Index for the week of November 7-13, 2025 are given in the report that follows:
Copper scrap prices continued their upward momentum last week, with the most significant gains observed in categories such as Xmas Lights, Starters, Sealed Units, and Scrap Electric Motors. The rise reflects sustained demand in the recycling and manufacturing sectors, indicating a bullish trend for copper in the short term.
Aluminum scrap prices largely remained stable, with the exception of E.C. Aluminum Wire, which saw minor fluctuations on the Scrap Monster Price Index. Brass and bronze scrap experienced broad-based price increases week-over-week, signaling growing market interest in these alloys. Lead and zinc scrap prices, however, held steady, showing little movement across major markets.
Steel scrap prices—including #1 HMS, Shredded Auto Scrap, HMS 80/20, and #1 Busheling—remained flat across global markets. Stainless steel scrap prices in North America also held steady week-over-week, while select categories in China recorded slight declines, reflecting regional market adjustments amid variable demand.
Overall, the scrap metal market showed a mixed trend last week, with copper leading gains and other metals experiencing stability or minor regional fluctuations, highlighting ongoing volatility in global recycling and commodity markets.
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NON-FERROUS SCRAP
Market Drivers
- Global Market and Regional Dynamics – Regional consumption trends and market conditions play a crucial role in determining scrap prices. Asia-Pacific markets, particularly China and India, dominate non-ferrous scrap consumption. Shifts in industrial demand, logistics challenges, and processing capacity in these regions create ripple effects in global pricing, causing both short-term volatility and long-term market trends.
Scrap Quality and Contamination Levels – The purity and sorting of scrap directly impact its market value. Clean, well-sorted non-ferrous scrap such as copper wire, aluminium, and brass fetch premium prices, while contaminated or mixed-grade materials are often discounted. Quality-conscious buyers are willing to pay more for scrap that is ready for immediate processing, emphasizing the importance of proper preparation and handling.
- Trade Policies and Regulatory Changes – International trade rules, import/export restrictions, and regional quality standards significantly influence scrap flows and pricing. Policy changes, such as export limits on aluminium scrap or stricter import regulations in China, can tighten supply or shift demand geographically. Suppliers who provide compliant and export-ready material benefit from better market access and pricing stability.
COPPER SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Copper Scrap Prices: Over the past week, copper scrap prices recorded a modest uptick, reflecting growing market momentum. #1 Copper Bare Bright experienced a 1.85% rise, while #1 Copper Wire and Tubing climbed to $4.85 per pound, marking a 1.89% increase from the week’s start. Meanwhile, #2 Copper Wire and Tubing prices moved up from $4.66 to $4.75 per pound, posting a weekly gain of 1.93%.
Charts
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in #1 Copper Bare Bright, #1 Copper Wire and Tubing and #2 Copper Wire and Tubing.
| Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
| #1 Copper Bare Bright | 0.09 | +1.85% |
| #1 Copper Wire and Tubing | 0.09 | +1.89% |
| #2 Copper Wire and Tubing | 0.09 | +1.93% |
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USA East Coast Copper Scrap Prices
The price of #1 Copper Bare Bright on the Scrap Monster Price Index incresaed by $0.09 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025, a weekly jump of ↑1.85%. #1 Copper Wire & Tubing went higher by $0.09 per pound, registering an increase by ↑1.89% from the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing had recorded a rise by ↑1.93% , moving from $4.66 per pound to $4.75 per pound on the Index.
USA Midwest Copper Scrap Prices
The price of #1 Copper Bare Bright on the Scrap Monster Price Index inched up by $0.09 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025, a weekly jump of ↑1.93%. #1 Copper Wire & Tubing edged higher by $0.09 per pound, registering an increase by ↑1.97% from the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing had edged higher by ↑2.02% to close the week at $4.55 per pound.
USA West Coast Copper Scrap Prices
#1 Copper Bare Bright’s prices on the Scrap Monster Price Index increased by $0.09 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025, a weekly increase of ↑1.83%. #1 Copper Wire & Tubing inched higher by $0.09 per pound, registering a jump by ↑1.87% from the prior week. #2 Copper Wire and Tubing prices had recorded an increase by ↑1.91% as at the end of the week.
International Comparison
China Copper Scrap Prices
- All of the copper scrap categories edged higher on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Top Gainers: #2 Copper Wire and Tubing ↑2.00%, #1 Copper Wire and Tubing ↑1.97%, #1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery ↑1.90%
India Copper Scrap Prices
- All copper scrap categories recorded week-over-week increase on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
ALUMINUM SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Aluminum Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, there was no change in aluminum scrap prices, except for E.C. Aluminum Wire, whose prices increased by ↑0.78% to $1.30 per Lb. 6063 Extrusions closed at $0.98 per pound, maintaining the previous week's price. Old Cast prices were unchanged at $0.84 per Lb over the previous week. Also, the price of UBC remained stable at $0.85 per pound.
Charts
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in E.C. Aluminum Wire, 6063 Extrusions, Old Cast and UBC.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0.01 | +0.78% | |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil |
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USA East Coast Aluminum Scrap Prices
The price of E.C. Aluminum Wire on the Scrap Monster Price Index recorded a jump of ↑0.78% as of Thursday, November 13, 2025. 6063 Extrusions were flat at $0.98 per pound, upon comparison with the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of Old Cast witnessed no variation. Also, UBC prices recorded no change week-on-week.
USA Midwest Aluminum Scrap Prices
Over the previous week, there was no major changes in aluminum scrap prices. E.C. Aluminum Wire’s prices were up by ↑0.78% to close the week at $1.30 per pound. 6063 Extrusions closed at $0.96 per pound, maintaining the previous week's price. Old Cast prices were unchanged at $0.81 per Lb over the previous week. Also, the price of UBC remained stable at $0.84 per pound.
USA West Coast Aluminum Scrap Prices
The price of E.C. Aluminum Wire on the Scrap Monster Price Index recorded an increase by ↑0.78% as of Thursday, November 6, 2025. 6063 Extrusions were flat at $0.98 per pound, upon comparison with the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of Old Cast witnessed no variation. Also, UBC prices recorded no change week-on-week.
International Comparison
China Aluminum Scrap Prices
- All aluminum scrap categories recorded increase from the previous week's prices on the Scrap Monster Price Index. Old Cast and Old Sheet prices recorded the biggest gains, rising by ↑2.09% each on the Index.
India Aluminum Scrap Prices
- All aluminum scrap categories recorded week-over-week increase on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Top Gainers: Aluminum ingots ↑0.37%, Aluminum utensil scrap ↑0.38%
BRASS/BRONZE SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, there was a modest increase of ↑1.32% in brass/bronze scrap prices. Yellow Brass’s prices edged higher by ↑1.35%. Red Brass closed at $3.15 per pound, up ↑1.29% from the beginning of the week.
Charts
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in Yellow Brass and Red Brass.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0.04 | ↑1.29% | |
0.04 | ↑1.35% |
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USA East Coast Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
The price of Red Brass on the Scrap Monster Price Index soared by $0.04 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025, a weekly jump of ↑1.29%. Yellow Brass edged higher by $0.04 per pound, recording an increase by ↑1.35% from the prior week.
USA Midwest Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
By the conclusion of the week ended November 13, 2025, the price of Red Brass had increased by ↑1.31% , rising from $3.05 to $3.09 per pound. Additionally, Yellow Brass prices recorded week-on-week jump by ↑1.39%.
USA West Coast Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
Red Brass went higher by $0.04 per pound, witnessing a jump by ↑1.25% from the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of Yellow Brass had increased by ↑1.32%, rising by $0.04 per pound.
International Comparison
China Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
- All brass/bronze scrap categories recorded increase on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Top Gainer: Yellow Brass ↑0.82%
India Brass/Bronze Scrap Prices
- All brass/bronze scrap categories recorded week-over-week jump on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
LEAD SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Lead Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, there was no variation in lead scrap prices. The prices of Scrap Auto Batteries were unchanged at $0.24 per pound at the close of the week.
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The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in Scrap Auto Batteries.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0 | Nil |
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USA East Coast Lead Scrap Prices
The price of Scrap Auto Batteries on the Scrap Monster Price Index held steady as of Thursday, November 13, 2025.
USA Midwest Lead Scrap Prices
By the conclusion of the week ended November 13, 2025, the price of Scrap Auto Batteries maintained previous week’s price level.
USA West Coast Lead Scrap Prices
The prices of Scrap Auto Batteries recorded no change on the Scrap Monster Price Index as of Thursday, November 13, 2025.
International Comparison
China Lead Scrap Prices
- All lead scrap categories held steady on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
India Lead Scrap Prices
- All lead scrap categories recorded week-over-week increase on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Top Gainer: Lead ingot ↑0.55%
ZINC SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Zinc Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, zinc scrap prices recorded no variation. The prices of New Zinc Die Cast were unmoved at $0.82 per pound. Also, Old Zinc Die Cast prices held steady at $0.69 per pound at the close of the week.
Charts
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in New Zinc Die Cast and Old Zinc Die Cast.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil |
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USA East Coast Zinc Scrap Prices
The price of New Zinc Die Cast on the Scrap Monster Price Index recorded no change as of Thursday, November 13, 2025. Also, Old Zinc Die Cast prices remained flat over the previous week.
USA Midwest Zinc Scrap Prices
By the conclusion of the week ended November 13, 2025, the prices of New Zinc Die Cast and Old Zinc Die Cast recorded no variation from the previous week’s price levels.
USA West Coast Zinc Scrap Prices
The prices of New Zinc Die Cast and Old Zinc Die Cast recorded no variation on the Scrap Monster Price Index as of Thursday, November 13, 2025. Similarly, the New Zinc Die Cast prices remained unchanged week-over-week.
International Comparison
- Shred zinc scrap prices held steady at the previous week's price of CNY 16,100 per MT, unchanged on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Tin Slab prices held steady week-over-week on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- Zinc slab prices edged higher by ↑1.66% over the previous week
FERROUS SCRAP
Market Drivers
- Global Steel Prices and Market Trends — Scrap prices are influenced by fluctuations in global steel prices. When steel prices rise due to increased demand or supply constraints, scrap becomes more valuable as a feedstock. Conversely, a slowdown in steel production or market overcapacity can reduce scrap demand and suppress prices.
- Scrap Quality and Grade Availability — The quality and type of ferrous scrap, such as HMS #1, HMS #2, or shredded auto scrap, significantly affect pricing. Clean, sorted, and high-grade scrap commands a premium, while mixed or contaminated scrap may be discounted, influencing market dynamics.
- Global Supply Chain and Logistics — Transportation costs, port congestion, and regional scrap processing capacity affect the availability and price of ferrous scrap. Efficient logistics and processing infrastructure help maintain supply stability, while disruptions can lead to localized shortages and price spikes.
- Technological Advancements in Recycling — Innovations in scrap sorting, shredding, and metallurgical processing increase the efficiency and yield of ferrous recycling. Advanced technologies allow for higher recovery rates of high-quality scrap, supporting demand and enabling recyclers to meet industrial standards more effectively.
STEEL SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Steel Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, there was no variation in steel scrap prices. #1 HMS prices maintained previous week's price of $315 per MT. Shredded Auto Scrap closed at $365 per MT, unchnaged from the week before. The HMS 80/20 prices held steady at $255 per MT. Additionally, the price of # Busheling witnessed no change from $380 per MT.
Charts
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in #1 HMS, Shredded Auto Scrap, HMS 80/20, and #1 Busheling.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil | |
0 | Nil |
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USA East Coast Steel Scrap Prices
The price of #1 HMS on the Scrap Monster Price Index reported no change as of Thursday, November 13, 2025. Shredded Auto Scrap prices were flat on the Index upon comparison with the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of HMS 80/20 had recorded no change. #1 Busheling prices also were flat over the previous week.
USA Midwest Steel Scrap Prices
#1 HMS prices held steady on the Scrap Monster Price Index. Shredded Auto Scrap closed the week at $365 per MT, unmoved from the beginning of the week. The HMS 80/20 prices were stable. Also, the price of # Busheling recorded no weekly fluctuation.
USA West Coast Steel Scrap Prices
#1 HMS’s price on the Scrap Monster Price Index was flat as of Thursday, November 13, 2025. Shredded Auto Scrap witnessed no variation in prices from the prior week. By the end of the week, the price of HMS 80/20 had recorded no fluctuation. #1 Busheling prices also held steady over the previous week.
International Comparison
China Flat
China Steel Scrap Prices
- All the steel scrap categories held steady on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- #1 HMS and Cast Iron Scrap prices were flat at $1630 and $1730 per MT respectively.
STAINLESS STEEL SCRAP PRICES
Market Highlights
North America Stainless Steel Scrap Prices: Over the previous week, there was no change in stainless steel scrap prices. 304 SS Solid scrap prices remained unchanged at $0.62 per pound.
Chart
The table below provides weekly price fluctuations in 304 SS Solid scrap.
Category | Price Change ($) | % Change |
0 | Nil |
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USA East Coast Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
The price of 304 SS Solid on the Scrap Monster Price Index held steady at $0.62 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025.
USA Midwest Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
304 SS Solid prices were flat on the Scrap Monster Price Index. The price of the commodity reported no variation from the previous week’s price of $0.62 per pound.
USA West Coast Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
The price of 304 SS Solid on the Scrap Monster Price Index held steady at $0.62 per pound as of Thursday, November 13, 2025.
International Comparison
China Mostly Flat
China Stainless Steel Scrap Prices
- All the stainless steel scrap categories, except a few, held steady on the Scrap Monster Price Index.
- 310 SS scrap prices dropped by ↓0.32%, falling from CNY 15,550 per MT to CNY 15,500 per MT.
- 309 SS and 316 SS Solid prices declined by ↓0.35% and ↓0.37% respectively.
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Weekly Market Drivers
- Mills & buy programs- U.S. Raw Steel Output Rises in the Week Ending Nov 8, 2025, Says AISI
- Trade/policy- Turkey reduced scrap imports by 6.8% y/y in January-September
- Recycling Market Trends- Asian steel market to remain under pressure in Q4- S&P Global | U.S. Scrap Metal Recycling Market to Hit $18.5 Billion by 2035
Global Comparison & Policy Impact
USA vs. China/India
Copper: U.S. ↑1.40%– ↑3.57%; China- ↑1.95%; India- ↑1.94%
Aluminum: U.S.-Flat; China- ↑1.80%; India- ↑0.38%
Ferrous: Flat trend across all major regions
Expert Quote:
“Scrap is becoming a strategic factor for the future of European steelmakers … the export of approximately 20 million tons of scrap from Europe, mainly to Türkiye, is a significant loss for the economy.” — Mario Arvedi Caldonazzo, Chairman of Arvedi Group & Vice‑President of EUROFER.
Outlook
- Flat short‑term pricing – Many markets are seeing little price appreciation in the near term, as demand and supply are balanced.
- Seasonal softness ahead – Late‑year and winter months typically bring lower scrap collection and steel mill activity, which may dampen upward momentum.
- Regional variation in demand – Some regions (e.g., India) are weaker due to slower construction and manufacturing, while others remain more stable.
- EAF steelmaking growth – The shift to electric arc furnace (EAF) steel‑making supports scrap demand, as EAFs are feedstock‑intensive.
- Sustainability / circular economy tailwinds – Scrap is increasingly treated as strategic in decarbonisation efforts, boosting its importance.
- Export market pressure – Global scrap trade flows and export competition can influence local prices and availability.
- Global overcapacity risk in steel – Excess steelmaking capacity, particularly in some regions, may suppress steel‑and‑thus‑scrap prices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which scrap metal showed the most significant price gains last week?
Copper scrap led gains in North America, with #1 Copper Bare Bright and Copper Wire & Tubing rising by around 1.85–1.93% week-over-week.
- How did aluminum, brass, lead, zinc, and steel scrap prices perform during the previous week?
Most other metals remained stable. Aluminum saw minor increase only in E.C. Aluminum Wire (+0.78%), brass/bronze prices rose slightly (+1.3%), and lead, zinc, steel, and stainless steel remained largely unchanged.
- What is the short-term outlook for the scrap metal market?
Prices are expected to remain flat in the near term due to balanced supply-demand. Seasonal collection softness and regional variations may affect certain metals, while EAF steelmaking and sustainability trends continue to support scrap demand.
- How can I track scrap metal prices in real time?
Use the Scrap Monster Price Index or US Scrap Price Index, and access daily reports via the Scrap Monster portal.
