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Scrap Brass Price Trends in Canada

Scrap brass is trading around $5.33/kg ($2.42/lb) across Canadian yards — little changed over the past 30 days. Updated daily.

Published September 10, 2026

Market Summary

Scrap brass is trading around $5.33/kg ($2.42/lb) across Canadian yards — little changed over the past 30 days. Updated daily.

Scrap brass is currently paying about $5.33/kg ($2.42/lb) as an indicative national buying rate across Canadian yards.

Recent movement

Over the past 30 days, scrap brass is little changed; over 90 days it is up 4.5%, and up 19.5% versus six months ago. The broader trend this quarter has been higher.

Why brass prices move

Scrap brass prices track the LME brass market, adjusted for what yards actually pay after grading, processing and transport. Red brass pays more than yellow brass for its higher copper content, so keep the two grades separate.

Selling brass

Sorting and cleaning your brass before you sell makes a real difference to the offer. Check today's brass price in your city on the price index, or use the calculator to estimate your payout from weight and grade.

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