Light Iron
Light Iron is about $0.18/kg to $0.25/kg on our index as of August 23, 2026. The range is a fixed figure set by this site; there is no live market feed for steel. It is an estimate, not a yard quote. How we calculate prices.
Thin-gauge steel scrap including sheet metal, small appliances, and auto bodies.
How to Identify This Grade
Thin, flat steel sheet — magnetic, usually painted or galvanized. Includes car panels, appliance skins, filing cabinets.
Common Sources
Sheet metal, car panels, small appliances, cabinets
What Lowers the Value
Non-metallic attachments (plastic, rubber, appliance foam) and loads contaminated with dirt, concrete or wood lower the price. Sealed units like compressors may be deducted. Remove obvious non-steel material before weighing in.
Common downgrade mistakes:
How This Compares to Other Steel Grades
All grades of Steel — ranked by typical payout. Click any grade to see details.
| Grade | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Light Iron current | $0.18/kg – $0.25/kg |
| Heavy Steel Thick-gauge steel scrap including structural steel, pipe, and machinery. | $0.22/kg – $0.32/kg |
Price ranges are estimates. Actual yard payouts depend on grade purity, condition, and quantity.
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Local rates for Steel — click a city to see yard-by-yard breakdown.