Description
Brass Scrap Prices Birmingham
Looking to sell Brass scrap in Birmingham? At West Midlands Metals, we pay competitive market prices per kilo for clean yellow brass from plumbing, heating and commercial installations.
If you are a plumber, heating engineer or contractor removing fittings and valves, separating your brass properly can significantly increase your scrap return.
We update our brass scrap prices daily so you know exactly what you’ll be paid before you weigh in.
What Is Brass?
Brass is a non-ferrous alloy made primarily of:
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Zinc
It is commonly recognised by its gold or yellow appearance and is widely used in plumbing and heating systems.
Because brass contains a high percentage of copper, its scrap value is closely linked to copper market prices.
Where Is Brass Found?
Yellow brass is commonly generated from:
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Plumbing fittings
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Valves and taps
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Pipe connectors
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Radiator fittings
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Water meters
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Decorative hardware
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Heating components
Tradespeople often accumulate yellow brass during refits, refurbishments and system upgrades.
How To Maximise Your Brass Scrap Price
To achieve the strongest rate per kilo:
✔ Remove steel bolts and attachments
✔ Keep brass separate from copper
✔ Avoid mixing with gun metal
✔ Drain any water-containing components
✔ Keep loads clean and free from contamination
Proper separation ensures accurate grading and protects your price.
What Affects Brass Prices?
Yellow brass scrap prices are influenced by:
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Global copper markets
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Industrial demand
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Construction activity
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Commodity trading
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Exchange rates
When copper prices rise, brass prices often follow.
Checking daily updated scrap prices ensures you sell at the right time.
Why Sell Brass to West Midlands Metals?
✔ Specialist non-ferrous scrap yard
✔ Transparent daily pricing
✔ Accurate digital weighing
✔ Same-day instant bank payments
✔ Fast, efficient service
✔ Trusted by over 6,000 trades & businesses
We focus exclusively on non-ferrous metals. That means proper grading and efficient transactions every time.
Serving Birmingham & The Wider West Midlands
We welcome plumbers and contractors from:
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Birmingham
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Solihull
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Wolverhampton
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Walsall
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Dudley
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West Bromwich
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Sutton Coldfield
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Redditch
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Worcester
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Kidderminster
For larger loads of brass scrap, we also offer collection across the wider West Midlands.
Ready to Weigh In Your Brass?
Markets move daily. If brass prices are strong, don’t wait.
Bring your brass scrap to:
📍 West Midlands Metals
11–12 The Arches
Lawden Road
Birmingham
B10 0AB
🕒 Monday–Friday 8am–5pm
🕒 Saturday 8am–12pm
Or check today’s brass scrap prices online before travelling.
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