Yellow Brass Scrap Price Today

National average and per-state rates. Last updated Jun 13, 2026.

US National Average

$3.69/lb

Source: spot-derived

What is Yellow Brass?

Common scrap sources: brass faucet, toilet tank bolts (set), propane tank, 20 lb (bbq size), propane tank, 100 lb (residential), and water heater (40-50 gal).

Prep guidance for items that contain Yellow Brass:

Brass Faucet: Unscrew and remove the cartridge (plastic or ceramic), aerator, and any steel supply nuts. Chrome plating does not need to be stripped — yards accept chrome-plated brass at the standard rate.
Toilet Tank Bolts (Set): Aggregate with other small brass plumbing fittings (compression nuts, valve stems, supply-line ends, escutcheons) into a single bin or coffee can until you have a few pounds. Strip rubber washers and any plastic. Magnet test before bagging — chrome-plated steel imitations look identical but pay nothing extra at the brass rate.
Propane Tank, 20 lb (BBQ size): Open the valve and let it sit outdoors for 24+ hours. Many yards require the brass valve removed entirely to verify empty — this needs a pipe wrench and the right safety procedure. When in doubt, exchange instead of scrapping.
Propane Tank, 100 lb (Residential): Open the valve and let the cylinder vent outdoors for 24+ hours before transport. Most yards require the brass service valve removed entirely (pipe wrench, follow tank-purging procedure). Call ahead — yards have specific propane policies and a few may charge a per-tank disposal fee instead of paying.