Sell Brass & Bronze Scrap

Plumbing contractors, manufacturing facilities, and households looking to sell brass and bronze scrap can rely on our licensed recycling centre for highly competitive, market-linked payouts. Because these non-ferrous copper alloys are in constant demand by foundries, we offer transparent weighing and instant payments for all grades of brass and bronze.

• Average payouts: R25 – R75 per kilogram, depending on the specific brass or bronze alloy and purity.
• Materials accepted: Plumbing fixtures, bronze castings, brass turnings, gunmetal, and phosphor bronze.
• Industrial collection: Free bin placement and scrap collection for engineering workshops.
• Testing methods: Our on-site material spectrometers ensure you are paid correctly for high-grade bronze alloys.
• Payment terms: Same-day EFT (no cash, per the Second-Hand Goods Act) following calibrated scale weighing.

Current Brass and Bronze Scrap Prices

Brass and bronze are both copper alloys, meaning their value is closely tied to the global copper market. Bronze typically contains copper and tin, making it heavier and more valuable, while brass is a mix of copper and zinc. In, clean brass scrap generally sells for between R50 and R75 per kilogram, while high-grade bronze can fetch up to R75 per kilogram.

To ensure transparent brass scrap prices, we assess your metal at our yard based on its grade, weight, and the absence of contamination from steel or plastics.

Common Types of Brass and Bronze We Recycle

Many people struggle to tell the difference between these two metals. Brass generally has a yellowish, gold-like appearance, while bronze has a darker, reddish-brown hue. We buy a wide variety of these materials from the local industrial and residential sectors, and you can also sell your stainless steel to us.

• Plumbing Brass: Taps, valves, water meter casings, and pipe fittings removed during bathroom renovations.
• Industrial Bronze: Machine gears, heavy-duty bushes, and marine propellers containing phosphor bronze or aluminium bronze.
• Gunmetal (Red Brass): Valves and pump casings that contain a specific mix of copper, tin, and zinc.
• Brass Turnings: Metal shavings and swarf generated by CNC machines and lathes in engineering workshops.
• Decorative Brass: Old door handles, light fixtures, and ornaments.

How to Maximize Your Scrap Payout

If you want the maximum price per kilogram for your non-ferrous metals, preparation is key. A brass tap that still has a steel pipe attached will be downgraded to "irony brass," drastically reducing its value per kilogram.

Always use a standard magnet to test your scrap. Neither brass nor bronze is magnetic. If the magnet sticks to any part of the item, that specific part is ferrous steel or iron. Taking a few minutes to unscrew or cut off steel attachments, rubber washers, and plastic handles before bringing your metal to our yard will instantly upgrade your material to a premium price bracket.

Commercial Collection Services on the

The engineering and machining hubs, and generate continuous volumes of brass swarf and bronze offcuts. We provide tailored scrap metal recycling solutions for these commercial entities.

Our team supplies heavy-duty collection bins directly to your factory floor. Once the bins are full, we dispatch our own logistics fleet for immediate collection. This structured approach helps businesses maintain a clean working environment while ensuring an accurate, reliable return on their manufacturing waste.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current price of brass scrap?

Clean heavy brass currently sells for between R50 and R75 per kilogram. Mixed brass, such as old plumbing fixtures with minor contamination, generally fetches between R40 and R60 per kilogram depending on the daily copper index.

How can I tell if my scrap is brass or bronze?

Brass is typically lighter in color, resembling yellow gold, and is often used in plumbing and decorative items. Bronze is darker, with a reddish or coppery-brown tint, and is usually found in heavy industrial applications like bearings, gears, and statues. Both are non-magnetic.

Do you buy brass turnings and metal shavings?

Yes, we purchase brass and bronze turnings (swarf) from machine shops. Turnings must be reasonably free of excessive machine coolant and segregated from steel shavings to achieve the best price.

Do you offer scrap metal collection for plumbing contractors?

Yes, we frequently work with local plumbers and demolition contractors. If you have a bulk accumulation of old geysers, copper pipes, and brass fittings, we can arrange a site collection to weigh and pay for the materials directly.