Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Cornwall

1 yard in Cornwall that buys scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.

We haven't confirmed hours or details for Cornwall yet. Call the yard before you go.

The Cornwall yard

Scrap prices in Cornwall this week

Bare bright copper$8.03/lb#1 copper$7.76/lb+$0.01 this week#2 copper$7.39/lb+$0.01 this weekInsulated copper wire (light, Romex, cords)$3.32/lbYellow brass$5.13/lbAluminum extrusion$1.65/lbAluminum cans$0.87/lbStainless steel 304$0.65/lbCar batteries$0.34/lbLight iron / shred$280/tonne

Ontario estimates from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026. All grades and how we calculate them.

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Hours

YardHoursPays by
J. Henstock Recycling Inc.Call ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperJ. Henstock Recycling Inc.
BrassJ. Henstock Recycling Inc.
AluminumJ. Henstock Recycling Inc.
Catalytic convertersJ. Henstock Recycling Inc.
E-wasteJ. Henstock Recycling Inc.

From each yard's own website. A yard not listed for a material may still take it; ask.

Before you go

  • Bring government photo ID. Yards must record who they buy from.
  • Sort by metal and strip steel from brass, copper and aluminum.
  • Drain oil and fuel from motors, mowers and compressors.
  • Ask whether steel is paid per pound, per 100 lb or per tonne.

Questions people ask

Where can I sell scrap metal in Cornwall?

1 scrap yard in our Cornwall list buys from the public: J. Henstock Recycling Inc. (1240 Tenth St E).

What is the scrap copper price in Cornwall right now?

Ontario yards are paying about $7.76/lb for #1 copper and $7.39/lb for #2 copper (our estimate from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026). Each yard sets its own rate, so call before you drive.

How much is scrap aluminum worth in Cornwall?

Clean aluminum extrusion is worth about $1.65/lb, siding and sheet about $1.20/lb, and cans about $0.87/lb at a typical Ontario yard.

What are the scrap yard hours in Cornwall?

J. Henstock Recycling Inc.: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Cornwall?

Yes. Ontario yards record government photo ID for every sale, and many also photograph the load and record your licence plate. Bring a driver's licence or passport. Minors generally can't sell.

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