Scrap Brass Prices in Geraldton
Scrap brass in Geraldton currently pays from $6.15 per kilogram for plumbing brass up to $7.26 for red brass. Geraldton is a regional centre in Western Australia, with rates set by transport distance to the nearest capital and smelter network.
Brass grades and payouts in Geraldton (per kg)
Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($13.46/kg) and Geraldton's 0.83× regional adjustment. Actual offers vary by yard, load size, and material quality.
| Grade | Payout rate | Est. mid (AUD/kg) | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow Brass Standard yellow brass (60-70% copper, 30-40% zinc), the most common grade. | 60% | $6.70 | $5.70 – $7.71 |
| Red Brass Higher copper content (~85%), reddish tinge. Pays more than yellow brass. | 65% | $7.26 | $6.17 – $8.35 |
| Plumbing Brass Brass with soldered joints or steel attachments — needs extra processing to separate. Pays less than clean yellow. | 55% | $6.15 | $5.22 – $7.07 |
Price history
Local Geraldton prices track the national brass series — multiply by 0.83 for Geraldton equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national brass page.
Brass in Geraldton
Geraldton's port serves Mid West mining, fishing, and grain export. Scrap yards benefit from mining services activity.
As a regional centre, Geraldton's brass flow comes primarily from residential renovations, local trade work, and rural property clearances. Yards in Geraldton consolidate volume for shipment to processing facilities in larger centres.
Scrap yards in Geraldton that buy brass
4 verified scrap yards in the Geraldton area. Browse all yards in Geraldton →
Frequently asked questions
What's the current price for scrap brass in Geraldton? +
Today's estimated payouts in Geraldton range from $6.15 per kilogram (plumbing brass) up to $7.26 (red brass). Prices update daily and reflect Geraldton's 0.83× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.
Where can I sell scrap brass in Geraldton? +
We're building a verified directory of Geraldton scrap yards. Until that's live, call 2-3 yards in your area before transport. Most Geraldton yards accept brass in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements. For larger loads, also consider yards in Perth.
Why does Geraldton pay 17% less than Sydney for brass? +
Transport cost. Brass sold in Geraldton eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via Perth — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. The 0.83× regional adjustment models this transport drag based on observed yard rates and distance to processing facilities.
How is brass graded at Geraldton yards? +
Geraldton yards use the same grading system as the rest of Australia: Yellow Brass, Red Brass, Plumbing Brass. The grade depends on cleanliness, alloy purity, and contamination. See our complete <a href="/metals/brass/">Brass grading guide</a> for what each grade means, examples, and how to identify it.
Do I need ID to sell brass at a Geraldton yard? +
Yes for any non-trivial copper or brass load. Western Australia legislation requires yards to record seller ID on regulated transactions to deter metal theft. Bring a driver's licence or other photo ID. Cash payments above certain thresholds may require additional documentation.
Is it worth driving from Geraldton to a bigger city for higher brass rates? +
Generally no, unless you have a very large load. Fuel costs from Geraldton to Perth quickly eat the rate difference, especially for a single residential load. The exception is high-value loads of clean copper or brass — for loads above a few hundred kilograms of clean material, the maths can work out. For everything else, consolidate locally and accept the 0.83× rate.