Clean, high-quality copper wire used in electrical wiring — the most valuable type of scrap copper.

Copper pipes or wiring without paint or solder are commonly found in plumbing, electrical systems, and construction projects.

Slightly tarnished copper from older plumbing, roofing, and renovation materials — still a valuable scrap metal.

Thinner copper materials, such as gutters, flashing, and trim from homes or construction sites.

Golden brass used in faucets, plumbing fixtures, doorknobs, and hardware — easy to recycle and highly valuable.

Copper-rich brass is found in valves, pipe fittings, and industrial plumbing.

Flat panels from roofing, siding, and signs are lightweight and recyclable.

Copper wire coated with plastic insulation from electrical systems, appliances, and machinery is stripped to recover pure copper.

Siding from homes and commercial buildings can be recycled into new products.

Vehicle rims are lightweight and recyclable, often replaced during maintenance or upgrades.

Beverage containers are melted down and remade into new cans in just weeks.

Thinner iron and steel items, such as shelving, appliances, and lawn equipment.

Thick iron materials from machinery, industrial equipment, and construction beams.

Found in air conditioners, HVAC units, and refrigeration systems — contains both copper and aluminum for recycling.

Lightweight radiators from vehicles or machinery — commonly replaced in auto repair or HVAC work.

Car, truck, and industrial batteries with lead and other metals are safely recycled to prevent environmental hazards.

High-voltage batteries from hybrid and electric vehicles contain valuable metals recovered through specialized recycling.

Found in sinks, appliances, kitchen equipment, and industrial tools, rust-resistant and fully recyclable.

Used in old batteries, plumbing, and roofing materials, recycling keeps hazardous materials out of the environment.

Bundles of wiring from vehicles, machinery, and industrial equipment are stripped for high-quality copper.

Armored electrical cable used in homes and commercial buildings, both the metal casing and copper core are recycled.

High-purity copper wire from power systems and motors is valuable scrap metal.

Car components that generate electricity contain copper, aluminum, and steel.

Small motors that start engines are made of recyclable metals.

Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and HVAC systems contain copper and sealed metal parts for recycling.

Metal components from motors and vehicles are primarily steel and copper.

Compact parts like pumps and compressors from homes, businesses, and industrial equipment are fully recyclable.

Found in appliances, tools, and vehicles containing copper and steel, which can be recycled.