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Scrap #2 Insulated Copper Wire Prices in the USA
Find out the real market value of your #2 Insulated Copper Wire (ICW) in the USA. This grade has a lower copper-to-insulation ratio than #1 wire, typically around 50-70% recovery. It includes items like extension cords and electronics wiring. This market overview is current as of 08/27/2025. Choose yards with the best prices for #2 Insulated Copper Wire.
Average price of 1 lb of insulated copper wire #2?Current average value for "insulated copper wire #2" in the USA, calculated based on local scrap yard prices.
$1.40
the USA: average last 30 days
Dynamics for 30 days?Shows the average price change for "insulated copper wire #2" for the last month. Helps decide if it's a good time to sell.
▼ $0.03
Prices have decreased by -2.10%
Price Data Sources?The number of scrap yards in the USA whose prices we use to form the analytics for "insulated copper wire #2".
9 price lists
scrap yards in the USA
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Scrap #2 Insulated Copper Wire Prices in the USA
| Metal Type | Average Price price per lb | Price Range price per lb |
|---|---|---|
| Insulated Copper Wire #2 | $1.40 By CompanyCompare prices from different companies By CityFind out prices for this grade in other cities | $1.40 - $1.40 |
#2 Insulated Copper Wire Price Trend Analytics in the USA
Average price trend for insulated copper wire #2 in the USA
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Latest #2 Insulated Copper Wire Price Changes in the USA
Below is a list of the latest changes in #2 insulated copper wire scrap prices recorded at scrap yards in the USA. This data is the basis for our analytical reports.
| DATE | METAL | PRICE | COMPANY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2025 | #2 Insulated Copper Wire | $1.40 | C & C Cullet LLC Ashland, Virginia Show company details |
| 08/04/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.65 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 08/01/2025 | Copper Insulated Wire #2 | $1.05 | Reid Metals Inc Dafter Township, Michigan Show company details |
| 07/31/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.55 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 07/30/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.45 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 07/30/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.45 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 06/30/2025 | Copper Insulated Wire #2 | $1.15 | Reid Metals Inc Dafter Township, Michigan Show company details |
| 06/23/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.65 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 06/12/2025 | Copper Insulated Wire #2 | $0.90 | Reid Metals Inc Dafter Township, Michigan Show company details |
| 06/05/2025 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.60 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 08/10/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.55 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 08/06/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.50 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 07/23/2024 | Copper Insulated Wire #2 | $0.95 | Reid Metals Inc Dafter Township, Michigan Show company details |
| 07/23/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.60 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 06/11/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.70 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 06/08/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.65 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 05/31/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.75 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 05/29/2024 | Insulated Copper Wire #2 | $0.60 | Kantner Iron & Steel Inc Quemahoning Township, Pennsylvania Show company details |
| 05/28/2024 | #2 Insulated (Cat 5 or Cat 6) | $1.85 | Astro City Scrap Metal Houston, Texas Show company details |
| 05/27/2024 | Insulated #2 | $0.70 | Scrap X Miami, Florida Show company details |
| 05/27/2024 | Copper Insulated Wire #2 | $1.25 | Reid Metals Inc Dafter Township, Michigan Show company details |
| 05/27/2024 | Insulated Copper Wire #2 | $0.28 | Just Scrap It Mulberry, Florida Show company details |
| 05/25/2024 | #2 Insulated Copper | $0.55 | Custom Industries Inc. West Jordan, Utah Show company details |
| 05/24/2024 | CU Ins 50 % Insulated #2 | $1.00 | Durham Core Inc. Forest Hill, Texas Show company details |