Cast Iron Scrap Prices
Cast iron is heavy and pays more than regular steel per kg. Old radiators, bathtubs, and engine blocks are all cast iron — and they add up fast.
7.87 g/cm³
Pig Iron
Cast, wrought, rebar, structural
Cast Iron Grades & Prices
Per kilogram, CADNo specific grades listed.
Click any grade name to see identification tips and what lowers the value.
About Cast Iron
Cast iron is a heavy, carbon-rich iron alloy used in engine blocks, radiators, cookware, and construction. It's worth more than regular steel at most yards.
Primary use: Construction, heavy machinery, pipes
Common Sources of Cast Iron
Cast iron is found in old radiators, bathtubs, engine blocks, exhaust manifolds, wood stoves, cookware (Dutch ovens, frying pans), and drain covers.
How to Get More for Your Cast Iron
Cast iron is worth more than light steel, so identifying it correctly matters. A magnet will attract it, and it is very heavy and usually grey or black. Keep separate from regular steel for best pricing.
Cast Iron Prices by City
Prices vary between cities based on local supply, demand, and yard overhead. Click a city to see local rates and available yards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is cast iron worth scrapping?
Cast iron pays more than regular steel. Old radiators, bath tubs, engine blocks and cookware are all cast iron. It is heavy, so a little goes a long way.
How do I identify cast iron?
Cast iron is very heavy, dull grey or black, and slightly brittle. It is magnetic. It does not bend — it breaks. Old radiators and bathtubs are classic examples.
Quick Facts
- Density
- 7.87 g/cm³
- Market Code
- Pig Iron
- Common Forms
- Cast, wrought, rebar, structural
- Primary Use
- Construction, heavy machinery, pipes