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Copper price by weight unit
| Unit | Reference value |
|---|---|
| Gram | $0.01 |
| Avoirdupois ounce | $0.40 |
| Troy ounce | $0.44 |
| Pound | $6.47 |
| Kilogram | $14.25 |
| US short ton | $12,931.00 |
| Metric tonne | $14,253.97 |
Copper value by grade or purity per pound
| Grade or purity | Contained-metal value |
|---|---|
| Bare bright wire (clean, shiny) | $6.47 |
| #1 copper (clean tube/wire) | $6.27 |
| #2 copper (paint, solder, oxide) | $6.08 |
| Insulated wire — high grade (~75% recovery) | $4.85 |
| Insulated wire — low grade (~40% recovery) | $2.59 |
| Sheet copper / roofing | $5.82 |
The transparent formula
Each row equals the visible market price per pound × its unit conversion × its purity or recovery factor. Change the input and every row recalculates in your browser.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the copper price per pound today?
The displayed reference is $6.47 per pound from the dated, editable COMEX benchmark. This page has no automated copper feed, so confirm and edit the input before transacting.
How is copper price per pound calculated?
MeltOffer converts the market price per pound using exact unit factors, then multiplies by purity where applicable. Every value on this page updates from the same visible, editable input.
Will a buyer pay the full copper reference price?
Usually not. The reference price values contained metal before testing, handling, refining, and buyer margin. Use the copper calculator to compare a written quote.