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Copper Scrap
ISRI Code : Barley
No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire shall consist of bare, uncoated, unalloyed copper wire that is larger than 16 gauge. It refers to wires only, and copper pipes are not allowed. Also, green wire is not allowed in this category.
No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire is one of the most valuable and highly paid grade of copper scrap.
In accordance with the latest Scrap Specifications Circular 2017 released by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire is classified under the ISRI Code ‘Barley’.
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The table below lists export price of No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire in different regions across the world as of mid-August, 2020.
Region | Price |
North America, USA EastCoast | $ 2.74 per Lb |
USA Midwest | $2.71 per Lb |
USA West Coast | $2.81 per Lb |
Europe | $ 6,000 per tonne |
China, Asia | CNY 48,950 per MT |
Source : ScrapMonster
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For Latest Price of No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire in various scrap yards, browse through our Scrap Yard Prices Section
Most scrap yards put a number of requirements for the wire to be accepted as No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire. The primary condition is that it must have bright and shiny color. Further, it must be free from impurities, burnt or corroded areas. The price will vary depending on the quality.
The following are some of the scrap yards in the US that accept No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire.
You may use our ‘Scrap Yard Finder’ to search and locate more scrap yards in your region.
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One may also use Canada Scrap Yards to view list of scrap yards in Canada.
Scrap Market considers heavy gauge wire that is bright and shiny as No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire. Only wires that are stripped will be bare and bright. Tinned wires never fall into #1 category of scrap. In short, No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire must be very clean and pure. It must be noted that Copper Piping is not part of this classification.
No.1 Bare Bright Copper Wire must not contain insulation and should be free from paint, tarnishing or other attachments.
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