Scrap metal yards in Oshawa
1 yard in Oshawa that buys scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.
The Oshawa yard
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TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd
Check hoursTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Steel and iron, Cast iron, Insulated wire, Catalytic converters, Appliances, Whole vehicles, E-waste, Radiators
Scrap prices in Oshawa this week
Ontario estimates from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026. All grades and how we calculate them.
Map
Hours
| Yard | Hours | Pays by |
|---|---|---|
| TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd | Mon-Fri 7-4:45; Sat 8-12:45 | cash |
Who takes what
| Material | Yards that list it |
|---|---|
| Copper | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Brass | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Aluminum | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Steel and iron | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Cast iron | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Insulated wire | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Catalytic converters | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Appliances | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Whole vehicles | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| E-waste | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
| Radiators | TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd |
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 Oshawa?
1 scrap yard in our Oshawa list buys from the public: TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd (1041 Nelson St).
What is the scrap copper price in Oshawa 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 Oshawa?
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 Oshawa?
TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd: Mon-Fri 7-4:45; Sat 8-12:45. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.
Do I need ID to sell scrap in Oshawa?
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.
Nearby
Sources
- TMT Metal Recyclers Ltd: yard website
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