Copper price
Get the best price for your scrap copper
Curious about the current price of copper? Krommenhoek Metals is the place to go. Whether you want to sell hand-stripped copper, pipes, cables, or other scrap copper, we always offer a fair, up-to-date, and competitive price per kilogram. Thanks to our transparent approach, you’ll know exactly where you stand right away. And that’s a relief.
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Staalpas price
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Staalpas + Instant Payment Price
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Copper price
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€9.20 per kg
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€9.30 per kg
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€9.10 per kg
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Price of hand-peeled old copper
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€10.10 per kg
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€10.20 per kg
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€10.00 per kg
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Sell your scrap copper for the best price
Copper is a valuable metal that is widely used in electrical systems, pipes, machinery, and building materials. If you have any old copper lying around, you can get a nice payment for it. At Krommenhoek Metals, we make selling copper simple, transparent, and profitable. Whether it’s leftover pieces from a renovation, cables from a demolition project, or industrial scrap: your copper is worth money. And thanks to our up-to-date daily prices, you know exactly what to expect.
What is the current copper price?
The price of copper changes daily. At Krommenhoek Metals, we monitor it closely so that you always receive the most up-to-date price for scrap copper. Whether you want to sell hand-stripped copper, copper pipes, or cables, our daily prices are based on the London Metal Exchange (LME) quote and our direct partnerships with international copper smelters. This way, you benefit from transparent rates that truly reflect market value. This applies not only to the price of copper, but also to the price of scrap iron, aluminum, and scrap lead, among others.
How is the purchase price determined?
The price of copper depends on various factors. The most important of these is global supply and demand. If demand increases—for example, from the construction industry or electrification projects—the price of copper also rises. In addition, production costs, geopolitical conditions, the exchange rate of the U.S. dollar, and speculation in the financial markets play a major role. That is why the price per kilogram can fluctuate significantly. At Krommenhoek Metals, we adjust our prices daily in line with these developments, so you never get paid too little for your copper.
What types of copper can you turn in?
We accept virtually all types of scrap copper, including:
- Hand-hammered copper
- Copper tubing
- Copper facade panels
- Copper rod stock
- Copper cables
- Brass
- Bronze
Not sure what kind of copper you have? Our staff will be happy to help you determine the category so you can get the right price.
Want to trade in your old copper? Here's how it works
You can quickly sell your scrap copper at Krommenhoek Metals. You’ll receive a fair daily rate; we’ll weigh your copper in your presence, and you’ll receive your payment immediately—either in cash or deposited into your account.
Copper pipes, cables, roofing materials, or scrap from installation projects: we accept all types and recycle them in an environmentally friendly way. Stop by our drop-off location in Rotterdam or the Westland region. No appointment necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions: Buyer Price
Do you have another question?
The price of copper per kilogram changes every business day and follows the price quoted on the London Metal Exchange (LME). This international price largely determines how much Krommenhoek Metals can pay you for your scrap copper.
A higher LME price usually means a higher price per kilogram as well. Sometimes the price is temporarily driven up by speculation or market volatility, while the actual market price remains largely unchanged. Therefore, always check the current scrap prices on our website for the most recent daily price.
The copper price is determined by a combination of global supply and demand, production costs, exchange rates, and speculation in the financial markets. These factors fluctuate on a daily basis.
- Supply and Demand: Growth in the construction, technology, and renewable energy sectors is driving up demand. New copper mines or a decline in industrial activity, on the other hand, could increase supply.
- Production costs: Higher energy and labor costs in mining countries are driving up prices. Conflicts in copper-producing countries are disrupting supply.
- Dollar Exchange Rate: Copper is traded worldwide in U.S. dollars. A strong dollar makes copper more expensive for buyers outside the U.S., which depresses demand.
Speculation: Investors buy and sell large quantities of copper based on future expectations, causing short-term fluctuations.
Copper plays a key role in the energy transition, and that is largely where the increase in value comes from. Electric cars, wind turbines, solar panels, and charging stations are all packed with copper.
On average, an electric car contains four times as much copper as a gasoline-powered car. As a result, global demand is growing rapidly, while it takes years to open new mines. This makes recycled copper increasingly valuable.
Market experts expect copper prices to continue rising in the coming years. The global shortage of copper ore and growing demand from the renewable energy sector are the main factors driving this trend.
Fluctuations will continue to be a part of the market, but the long-term trend is upward. You can closely follow developments through the price archive and daily updates on our website.
You can stop by one of our locations in Rotterdam or Wateringen without an appointment. We’ll weigh your copper together with you, so you can see exactly how much it’s worth. Immediately afterward, you’ll receive your payment in cash from the machine or deposited into your account.
Do you have larger quantities, or are you a business? If so, we’ll arrange a pickup service using containers or pallet boxes. That way, you won’t have any clutter on your worksite, and you won’t have to worry about transportation.
At Krommenhoek Metals, you’ll receive a fair daily price, prompt payment, and a transparent process. Since 1925, our family-owned business has been your go-to metal dealer for scrap copper and other scrap metal.
What you can expect from us:
- Daily copper prices based on the LME quote
- Prompt payment, in cash or by bank transfer
- Transparent weighing and pricing, right in front of you
- Free container service for businesses and large shipments
- Sustainable processing through certified copper smelters worldwide
Every kilogram of copper you recycle saves up to 85% in energy compared to production from new ore. Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and our status as a Royal Warrant Holder are your guarantee of quality and diligence.