Copper #2 Scrap Price
Copper with some solder, paint or light oxidation.
Indicative USD/kg
$6.8000
As of 5 August 2026, the indicative market price for Copper #2 scrap is US$6.80 per kilogram — about US$6,800 per tonne or US$3.08 per pound. The trend is currently stable. Actual yard and export prices vary with grade, volume, location, and freight terms.
Source: ScrapTrade indicative market rates, updated 5 August 2026.
Non-Ferrous Metals Scrap Prices (5 August 2026)
| Material | USD / kg | USD / tonne | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Bare Bright Wire | $8.2000 | $8,200 | |
| Copper #1 | $7.6000 | $7,600 | |
| Copper #2 | $6.8000 | $6,800 | |
| Insulated Copper Cable | $4.5000 | $4,500 | |
| Aluminium Extrusion (6063) | $1.8500 | $1,850 | |
| Aluminium Cans (UBC) | $1.5500 | $1,550 | |
| Aluminium Sheet | $1.5000 | $1,500 | |
| Stainless Steel 304 | $1.2000 | $1,200 | |
| Stainless Steel 316 | $1.6000 | $1,600 | |
| Brass | $5.8000 | $5,800 | |
| Lead | $1.9500 | $1,950 | |
| Zinc | $2.7000 | $2,700 |
Indicative global reference rates in USD, updated daily. Local yard prices differ by region, grade, and volume.
About Copper #2
Copper with some solder, paint or light oxidation.
Prices for copper #2 fluctuate with global commodity markets, local yard demand, and material condition. Use the calculator to estimate the value of your scrap in your own currency and preferred unit (kilogram, tonne, or pound).
Copper #2 Price FAQs
What is the price of Copper #2 scrap today?
As of 5 August 2026, the indicative market price for Copper #2 scrap is US$6.80 per kilogram — about US$6,800 per tonne or US$3.08 per pound. The trend is currently stable. Actual yard and export prices vary with grade, volume, location, and freight terms.
What affects Copper #2 scrap prices?
Copper #2 prices track global commodity benchmarks and regional demand. The biggest factors are grade and purity (Copper with some solder, paint or light oxidation.), lot volume, contamination level, your distance to the buyer or port, and the incoterm agreed (EXW, FOB, or CIF). Larger, well-sorted, documented lots consistently achieve better prices.
How do I sell Copper #2 scrap at the best price?
List it on a marketplace where buyers compete: on ScrapTrade you can run a live auction or set a fixed price, reach verified international buyers, and get paid through escrow — funds are held until the order completes. Listing is free and every listing is video-and-GPS verified for buyer trust.
Is this Copper #2 price a quote?
No — it is an indicative market reference updated daily, intended for estimating. For a firm price, list your material on ScrapTrade or check live listings and recent transaction data on the ScrapTrade Price Index.
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Prices as of 8/5/2026, 6:48:17 AM
Copper with some solder, paint or light oxidation.
Prices are indicative estimates. Actual yard prices vary by location, grade and condition.