Red Brass
Red Brass is about $5.36/kg to $6.07/kg on our index as of November 12, 2026. The range is set by this site and moves each day with the brass benchmark, which follows the a 65% copper / 35% zinc blend of the copper and zinc spot prices spot price. It is an estimate, not a yard quote. How we calculate prices.
Higher copper-content brass with a more reddish hue. Used in water fittings and fire protection equipment.
How to Identify This Grade
More reddish or golden-orange than yellow brass. Higher copper content. Common in older water fittings and fire protection systems.
Common Sources
Plumbing fittings, water meters, fire sprinkler parts
What Lowers the Value
Steel or iron attachments, chrome plating, and lead solder lower the value. Because red brass pays above yellow for its higher copper content, mixing the two gets you the lower yellow-brass rate on the whole load — keep them separate.
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How This Compares to Other Brass Grades
All grades of Brass — ranked by typical payout. Click any grade to see details.
| Grade | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Red Brass current | $5.36/kg – $6.07/kg |
| Yellow Brass Standard brass alloy used in most plumbing fittings, valves, and decorative hardware. | $4.73/kg – $5.29/kg |
Price ranges are estimates. Actual yard payouts depend on grade purity, condition, and quantity.
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