Thinking of turning your scrap haul into solid euro? Whether you’ve got copper wiring from a renovation project, aluminium offcuts, or bits of brass hardware, knowing local pricing is your first power move. Here’s what the current market looks like for Galway sellers — and how ScrapTrade helps you unlock smarter, safer, and more profitable trades.
What Galway Scrap Prices Look Like Right Now
According to Ireland-wide averages from ScrapYard.ie as of 18 August 2025:
- Steel: €0.19 per kg (or €190 per tonne)
- Car Bodies: €0.18 per kg (€180 per tonne)
- Copper (1): €5.70 per kg (€5,700/T)
- Brass: €3.20 per kg (€3,200/T)
- Lead: €1.30 per kg (€1,300/T)
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A recent piece from Rubbish-Taxi.ie adds copper price insight:
- Bare bright wire copper: €7.10–€7.45 per kg (highest purity)
- Heavy copper (≥98%): ~€7.00 per kg
- Mixed copper: €6.30–€6.85 per kg
- Corrosion-affected copper-brass radiators: €2.66–€3.14 per kg
- Brass (general): ~€3.20 per kg
- Lead: ~€1.30 per kg
- Alloy aluminium rims: ~€11 per kg
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Galway's Local Scrap Price Landscape — Quick Snapshot
| Material | Typical Price (€/kg) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Copper (Bare Bright) | €5.70 – €7.45 | Highest value—strip clean for best return |
| Brass | €3.20 | Solid value from plumbing, fixtures |
| Lead | €1.30 | Common in batteries and pipes |
| Steel / Car Bodies | €0.18 – €0.19 | Huge volumes, lower per-kg rates |
| Aluminium Alloy Rims | €11 | Premium demand – clean segregated loads win |
The Tale Behind the Prices
Copper leads the ship because it’s rare, in demand, and easy to recycle. Aluminium rims are surprisingly lucrative—lightweight with high alloy value. Steel and lead, while bulkier, still matter for bigger clean-up jobs.
Three big factors matter:
- Grade and Cleanliness – Strip paint, remove contamination, and your prices improve instantly.
- Volume Advantage – Larger loads often net better per-kg rates.
- Market Awareness – Prices shift with global demand—keep an eye on trends.
Why ScrapTrade Makes a World of Difference
Instead of taking the first local quote, ScrapTrade gives you:
- Live, real-time price checks for copper, brass, steel, and more.
- Verified buyers—trade confidently, no haggling or worry needed.
- Escrow security—get paid only when the buyer confirms delivery.
- Logistics covered—pickup service saves you time and effort.
That way, you get the local convenience of Galway yards plus the smart muscle of a national (or global) marketplace.