Scrap metal prices per kg in Italy
| Scrap type | Price (EUR) | Change | Global reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-ferrous (per kg) | |||
| Copper Scrap | €11.36 / kg | ▲ +1.22% | $5.81 / lb |
| Aluminum Scrap | €1.70 / kg | ▲ +1.16% | $0.87 / lb |
| Brass Scrap | €6.92 / kg | ▲ +1.14% | $3.54 / lb |
| Stainless Steel Scrap | €1.11 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.57 / lb |
| Lead Scrap | €1.15 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.59 / lb |
| Zinc Scrap | €1.76 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.90 / lb |
| Battery Scrap | €0.45 / kg | ▲ +0.00% | $0.23 / lb |
| Radiator Scrap | €6.53 / kg | ▲ +1.21% | $3.34 / lb |
| Wire Scrap | €5.49 / kg | ▲ +1.44% | $2.81 / lb |
| Cable Scrap | €3.66 / kg | ▲ +1.08% | $1.87 / lb |
| Electronic Scrap | €1.56 / kg | ▲ +1.27% | $0.80 / lb |
| Ferrous and bulk (per tonne) | |||
| Steel Scrap | €293 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $300 / ton |
| Iron Scrap | €258 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $264 / ton |
| Car Scrap | €352 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $360 / ton |
| Cast Iron | €282 / tonne | ▲ +0.00% | $288 / ton |
Indicative dealer prices for clean, sorted scrap. Global reference is the US board in US dollars; the Italy figure applies the exchange rate (1 USD = 0.86 EUR) and a local market factor of 1.03.
Italian dealers quote ferrous scrap in euros per tonne using national grade codes and non-ferrous scrap per kilogram, with copper and brass often quoted as a discount to the LME. Business sales are quoted net of VAT and involve reverse-charge invoicing.
Italy scrap price chart (EUR)
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Copper scrap prices by grade in Italy
Copper is not one price. Yards grade it by cleanliness, coating and gauge, and the spread from the top grade to the bottom runs 25 to 35 percent. These are the same grades used on export contracts, converted to EUR.
The scrap market in Italy
Italy melts more scrap in electric arc furnaces than any other EU country, with the Brescia and Bergamo mills in the north absorbing domestic collection and large imports. That mill demand keeps Italian ferrous prices among the highest in Europe. Non-ferrous scrap feeds brass and aluminium foundries around Brescia and Milan and follows LME prices in euros.
Northern Italy pays the best prices; sellers in the south and on the islands face freight to the northern mills or to export ports and receive lower bids.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Price units
- Per tonne for ferrous, per kg for non-ferrous
- Benchmarks
- LME prices in euros, northern Italian mill buying prices
- Main hubs
- Brescia and Bergamo, Milan, Turin, Naples, Genoa
- Trade position
- Net importer of ferrous scrap
The most valuable scrap by weight in Italy today: Copper at €11.36 per kg, Brass at €6.92 per kg, Radiator at €6.53 per kg, Wire at €5.49 per kg, Cable at €3.66 per kg.
Selling scrap metal in Italy: rules, ID and payment
Scrap traders must be registered with the national environmental register (Albo Gestori Ambientali) and material movements are documented. Cash payments are capped by Italy's general cash limit, so larger lots are paid by transfer, and dealers record seller identity.
Before you sell
- Registered dealers only; ask for the registration number.
- Larger lots are paid by bank transfer under the cash limit.
- Northern mills pay more for ferrous; factor in freight if you are in the south.
Scrap prices by city in Italy
City pages for Italy are being added; the country board above already reflects prices in its main hubs: Brescia and Bergamo, Milan, Turin, Naples, Genoa.
Scrap yards in Italy
Find a yard by region or city, or use your location to see the nearest. Every listing shows where its details came from and when they were checked.
Yard listings for Italy are being added from official dealer registers and trade directories. Nothing is published until it has been verified against a named source, which is why this section is not yet populated.
Italy scrap price FAQ
What is the scrap copper price per kg in Italy today?
As of September 7, 2026, the indicative scrap copper price in Italy is €11.36 per kg ($5.81 per lb on the global board). Bare bright and clean number 1 copper earn the top of the range; insulated wire, tubing with solder and mixed copper pay less.
What are scrap metal prices in Italy today?
Today's indicative non-ferrous prices in Italy are Copper €11.36 per kg, Brass €6.92 per kg, Radiator €6.53 per kg, Wire €5.49 per kg, with steel scrap at €293 per tonne. The full board above lists all 15 scrap types with the change against the previous close.
How are scrap prices quoted in Italy?
Non-ferrous scrap is quoted in EUR per kg and ferrous scrap per tonne. Italian dealers quote ferrous scrap in euros per tonne using national grade codes and non-ferrous scrap per kilogram, with copper and brass often quoted as a discount to the LME. Business sales are quoted net of VAT and involve reverse-charge invoicing.
Do I need ID to sell scrap metal in Italy?
Scrap traders must be registered with the national environmental register (Albo Gestori Ambientali) and material movements are documented. Cash payments are capped by Italy's general cash limit, so larger lots are paid by transfer, and dealers record seller identity.
Which scrap metals pay the most in Italy?
By weight, copper, then brass, then radiator, then wire. Ferrous scrap such as steel and iron pays far less per kg but moves in much larger volumes, which is why it is quoted per tonne.
Why are scrap prices in Italy different from US prices?
Metals are priced in US dollars on the world market, but local prices reflect the EUR exchange rate, freight to the nearest mills and smelters, import and export rules and how many buyers compete for material. Mill demand in northern Italy keeps ferrous prices above the US reference; non-ferrous prices follow the LME.
Sources and methodology
Prices on this page start from the global reference board (US dollars per pound or per ton), are multiplied by a Italy market factor of 1.03 that reflects local demand, freight and trade rules, and are converted to EUR at 1 USD = 0.86 and to metric units (kilograms and tonnes). The board refreshes daily, with the time of the latest update shown at the top of the page.
Reference sources
- Assofermet (Italian metals and scrap association)
- LME settlement prices
Prices are indicative and for information only; they are not offers to buy or sell. Actual yard prices depend on grade, quantity, location and the buyer. Spotted an error? Tell us and we will check it against our sources.