Paid for what it is really worth.
Copper and copper alloys are among the most valuable metals you can recycle, so grading matters. Clean, bright copper wire and a mixed bag of painted pipe with soldered joints are very different grades. Selling them as one lot means leaving money on the table.
We sort and grade copper, brass and bronze into separate categories. We explain how each part of your lot is priced, and we pay against the prevailing market. Surplus new copper and brass stock, such as fittings, valves, bar and sheet, is assessed for resale first.
Copper cable is covered in detail on our cable and wire page. Brass valves and fittings from industrial projects are also covered under oil & gas surplus.
Examples of what we buy
Typical copper & brass scrap of the kind we value and collect.
Copper & Brass Scrap we purchase
Bright & clean copper
Stripped wire and clean copper with no coatings, solder or attachments.
Copper pipe & tube
Plumbing and HVAC pipe, coils and offcuts, clean or with fittings.
Busbar & copper sheet
Electrical busbar, earthing strip, plate and sheet.
Mixed copper
Painted, plated, soldered or lightly oxidised copper.
Yellow brass
Fittings, taps, valves, rod and brass hardware.
Red brass & gunmetal
Valve bodies, pump parts and marine fittings.
Bronze
Bearings, bushes, castings and propellers.
Copper-brass radiators
Radiators and heat-exchanger cores from vehicles and HVAC units.
Turnings & borings
Machining swarf from brass and copper workshops.
Not on the list? If it is surplus and has value, ask us. We probably buy it.
What affects the price
No two lots are the same. These are the factors we look at when valuing copper & brass scrap.
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Grade & purity | Bright, clean copper earns the top rate. Coatings, solder, paint and oxidation lower the grade. |
| Attachments | Steel fittings, plastic, insulation or rubber must be removed or are deducted. |
| Sorting | Copper, brass and bronze kept apart are worth more than a mixed lot. |
| Metal market | Copper prices move daily with international metal exchange prices, so offers are time-sensitive. |
| Moisture & oil | Wet or oily turnings weigh more than the metal they contain and are priced accordingly. |
| Resale potential | New fittings, valves and bar in original packaging may be worth more than melt value. |
What to send us
The more we know up front, the sharper the first figure. Rough numbers are fine.
- Separate copper, brass and bronze if you can, even roughly
- Photos of each type, including close-ups of joints, coatings and attachments
- An estimated weight for each type
- For new surplus: part numbers, sizes and quantities
Four simple steps
- Inquiry: send photos, a list or quantities by the quote form, phone or email.
- Valuation: we reply with an indication, typically within 12 hours, and visit the site to confirm where needed.
- Payment: agree the figure and get paid quickly, with no drawn-out terms.
- Pickup: our team loads and removes the material anywhere in the Emirates.
Copper & Brass Scrap: common questions
Why do copper prices change from day to day?
Copper is a globally traded metal. Its price follows international metal exchanges, currency movements and demand. We quote against the market at the time of the offer and tell you how long the offer is valid.
Do I need to strip copper cable before selling?
No. We buy insulated cable as it is and price it on its copper recovery. Stripping can raise the price per kilo, but it is only worth doing for cable where the effort pays off. Ask us first.
What is the difference between brass and bronze scrap?
Brass is mainly copper and zinc and is usually yellow. Bronze is mainly copper and tin and is usually darker and reddish. They are priced differently, so keeping them apart helps.
Can I bring small quantities to your yard?
Yes. Call ahead on +971 55 810 1736 and bring it to our yard in Industrial Area 3, Sharjah. For larger lots we will collect from you.
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Selling copper & brass scrap?
Tell us what you have. We reply with a no-obligation valuation, typically within 12 hours.