West Midlands Metals Fully Licensed and Insured
We Buy Brass
Top prices for all brass scrap. Taps, fittings, valves, components. Yellow brass, red brass, all types accepted. Birmingham's brass specialists since 1964.
COPPER CONTENT
60-70%
ZINC CONTENT
30-40%
MAGNETIC
NO
RECYCLABLE
100%
Whats is Brass
Brass is a copper-zinc alloy with distinctive golden colour. Valuable for its copper content and infinitely recyclable.
Typical Composition
Key Properties
Types of Brass We Buy
We buy all forms of brass scrap from plumbers and tradespeople.
BRASS TAPS & FITTINGS
Most common brass scrap. Kitchen and bathroom taps, compression fittings, plumbing fixtures.
BRASS VALVES
High-quality brass, often red brass. Gate valves, ball valves, heating system components.
DOOR FURNITURE
Architectural brass from properties. Door handles, hinges, locks, cabinet hardware.
BRASS COMPONENTS
Industrial and manufacturing brass. Electrical terminals, bushings, bearings, machine parts.
MARINE BRASS
Specialist naval brass from boats. Cleats, fittings, marine hardware, porthole frames.
MIXED BRASS
Various brass items and mixed collections. Household brass, assorted components, clearances.
What Affects Brass Pricing
Understanding these factors helps you know what to expect for your brass scrap.
BRASS TYPE
Red brass (85%+ copper) commands premium over yellow brass (60-65% copper). We identify brass types and grade accordingly.
CLEANLINESS
Clean brass with minimal non-brass attachments gets best pricing. Heavy contamination with steel or plastic reduces value.
QUANTITY
Any quantity accepted from single items upward. Bulk quantities (100kg+) from trade may qualify for improved pricing.
MARKET CONDITIONS
Brass value follows copper prices on London Metal Exchange. Our pricing reflects current copper market rates.
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Ready to sell your Brass
Get premium pricing for marine-grade stainless. Expert assessment, same-day payment, professional service. Birmingham's non-ferrous specialists since 1964.
CONVENIENCE
No need to load up your van or waste time at a scrap yard. We come to you at a time that suits your schedule, handling everything professionally.
TOP PRICES
Same competitive rates as yard drop-offs. Our prices are updated daily based on the London Metal Exchange, ensuring fair and transparent valuations.
FULLY LICENSED
Operating in full compliance with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. All necessary licenses, full insurance, and complete waste transfer documentation.
SAME DAY PAYMENT
Once registered with us, receive same-day electronic payment directly to your bank account. No waiting, no hassle, just instant cash flow.