Understanding Scrap Copper Prices in Riyadh (2026)

Copper is often referred to as the king of scrap metals due to its excellent electrical conductivity, infinite recyclability, and high market value. In Riyadh, the demand for recycled copper remains strong, driven by construction developments, grid upgrades, and global recycling demands.

How Copper Scrap is Graded

To get the best price for your scrap copper, it is essential to understand the grades scrap buyers look for:

• Millberry / Bright Bare Copper: The highest-grade copper. It consists of clean, unalloyed, uncoated, and bare copper wire thicker than 1.6mm. It must be free of insulation and paint.
• Copper No. 1: Clean copper pipes, tubing, and heavy busbars. Minimal oxidation and no solder joints are permitted.
• Copper No. 2: Copper wire or pipes that have paint, solder, tin coating, or slight corrosion. This also includes burnt copper wire.
• Insulated Copper Wire: Cables that still have their plastic casing. Pricing depends on copper recovery (usually 45% to 80% copper inside).

What Influences Copper Prices in Riyadh?

Local copper scrap prices are determined by the London Metal Exchange (LME) global index, local supply and demand in the Riyadh industrial areas (like Al Sullay), and exchange rates. Purity and weight are the main factors when our team evaluates your scrap copper on-site.