How to Identify This Grade
Standard drink cans — non-magnetic, thin-walled, lightweight. Steel food cans are magnetic and worth much less.
Check for coatings, paint, or insulation
Test with a magnet — copper is non-magnetic
Look for corrosion or oxidation (green/brown)
Assess whether it's been cleaned or processed
Common Sources
Soft drink cans, beer cans, energy drink cans
How This Compares to Other Aluminium Grades
All grades of Aluminium — ranked by typical payout. Click any grade to see details.
| Grade | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Aluminium Cans current | $1.20/kg – $1.50/kg |
| Extruded Aluminium Clean aluminium extrusions like window frames, door frames, heat sinks, and structural profiles. | $1.80/kg – $2.10/kg |
| Cast Aluminium Aluminium that has been poured into moulds — engine blocks, transmission housings, and cookware. | $1.40/kg – $1.70/kg |
| Aluminium Rims Aluminium alloy car and truck wheels. | $1.50/kg – $1.90/kg |
Price ranges are estimates. Actual yard payouts depend on grade purity, condition, and quantity.
Check City Prices
Local rates for Aluminium — click a city to see yard-by-yard breakdown.