Scrap metal prices in New Zealand fluctuate daily based on a combination of London Metal Exchange commodity rates, the NZD/USD exchange rate, international shipping costs, and local supply and demand dynamics. Prices vary by metal type (copper, aluminium, steel, brass, lead) and by grade within each type — for example, Copper #1 is always worth more per kilogram than Copper #2 or Domestic Copper. Auckland scrap yards publish indicative rates, but actual pricing is confirmed at the weighbridge after your material is graded. At endless metals, you can check our live pricing calculator before visiting to get an estimate for your specific material.