Lead Scrap Prices in Hawaii
National average for every lead grade we track, updated Nov 10, 2026. Yard quotes in Hawaii vary with volume and prep — use these as your baseline and call ahead.
Lead Grades — Hawaii
| Grade | US Avg | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Lead (Soft) | $0.72 | /lb |
| Lead Wheel Weights | $0.51 | /lb |
Lead scrap in Hawaii
Lead scrap in Hawaii moves through yards that serve tourism, defense, and agriculture. Yards price lead by grade: Lead (Soft) and Lead Wheel Weights. Keep Lead (Soft) apart from Lead Wheel Weights and mixed loads, because a mixed pile is paid at the lowest grade in it. A dozen or so yards in Hawaii take lead, and sellers near Honolulu, Kapolei, and Hilo have the largest number of buyers to compare. Export demand through West Coast ports supports lead prices in Hawaii, while inland freight costs shape what individual yards post. Posted prices on this page are national averages updated daily; Hawaii yards set their own rates around them based on volume, prep, and freight, so call ahead with your grade and weight for a firm quote.
Scrap Yards Buying Lead in Hawaii
- Ace Metal Recycling Inc— Honolulu
- Atlas Recycling Centers— Hilo
- Commercial Metals Company— Kapolei
- Hawaii Metal Recycling Co— Kapolei
- Island Recycling Inc— Honolulu
- Island Recycling, Inc.— Kapolei
- Lenox Metals— Kapolei
- Mid Pacific Steel— Honolulu
- Monster Hi-5 and Tires— Honolulu
- Mr K's Recycle & Redemption Center— Hilo
- Okuda Metal Inc— Honolulu
- Reynolds Recycling— Honolulu
- Reynolds Recycling Inc— Hilo
- Schnitzer Steel— Puunene
- Schnitzer Steel— Kapolei
- Waipahu Recycling— Waipahu
Frequently asked about lead in Hawaii
What is the lead scrap price in Hawaii today?
This page lists the current US national average for every lead grade, updated daily from commodity markets. Hawaii yards set their own rates around that figure based on volume, prep, and local freight, so use it as a baseline and confirm by phone.
Which scrap yards in Hawaii buy lead?
The yards listed on this page accept lead. In Hawaii the largest number of buyers to compare are around Honolulu, Kapolei, and Hilo. Call ahead to confirm which grades a yard takes and whether it is open for public drop-off.
How do I get the highest lead price in Hawaii?
Sort by grade before you arrive, strip steel clips, zinc alloy substitutes, and dirt, and keep Lead (Soft) separate from Lead Wheel Weights. Weigh your load yourself, ask for the price per grade rather than a lump sum, and compare two or three Hawaii yards on the same day.
How should I prepare lead before selling it in Hawaii?
Sorting is the single biggest lever: keep grades apart, strip steel clips, zinc alloy substitutes, and dirt, and avoid mixing in anything the yard has to hand-sort. Dry, clean loads weigh and price honestly.
Do I need ID to sell lead scrap in Hawaii?
Expect to show a photo ID and have the transaction logged; scrap metal purchase records are standard practice and required by law in much of the country. Some Hawaii yards also photograph the material and pay by check for larger amounts.