Scrap Brass Prices in Hobart
Scrap brass in Hobart currently pays from $6.40 per kilogram for plumbing brass up to $7.56 for red brass. As the capital of Tasmania, Hobart has the densest scrap yard network in the state.
Brass grades and payouts in Hobart (per kg)
Estimated yard payouts for each grade, based on the current LME spot ($13.68/kg) and Hobart's 0.85× 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% | $6.98 | $5.93 – $8.02 |
| Red Brass Higher copper content (~85%), reddish tinge. Pays more than yellow brass. | 65% | $7.56 | $6.42 – $8.69 |
| Plumbing Brass Brass with soldered joints or steel attachments — needs extra processing to separate. Pays less than clean yellow. | 55% | $6.40 | $5.44 – $7.35 |
Price history
Local Hobart prices track the national brass series — multiply by 0.85 for Hobart equivalents. View the full 30-day chart on the national brass page.
Brass in Hobart
Hobart's smaller market and ferry-dependent logistics keep payouts below mainland averages. Most non-ferrous metal ships north for processing, costing the local yards margin.
As a capital city, Hobart has the densest scrap yard concentration in Tasmania, with active buyers for all common brass grades. Industrial demolition, residential renovations, and trade volumes from electricians, plumbers, and panel beaters provide consistent supply.
Scrap yards in Hobart that buy brass
4 verified scrap yards in the Hobart area. Browse all yards in Hobart →
Frequently asked questions
What's the current price for scrap brass in Hobart? +
Today's estimated payouts in Hobart range from $6.40 per kilogram (plumbing brass) up to $7.56 (red brass). Prices update daily and reflect Hobart's 0.85× regional adjustment from the Sydney benchmark. See the grades table above for all payouts.
Where can I sell scrap brass in Hobart? +
We're building a verified directory of Hobart scrap yards. Until that's live, call 2-3 yards in your area before transport. Most Hobart yards accept brass in all common grades, though smaller yards may have minimum weight requirements.
Why does Hobart pay 15% less than Sydney for brass? +
Transport cost. Brass sold in Hobart eventually travels to a smelter or export port — typically via the state capital — and yards price the freight cost into their offer. The 0.85× regional adjustment models this transport drag based on observed yard rates and distance to processing facilities.
How is brass graded at Hobart yards? +
Hobart 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 Hobart yard? +
Yes for any non-trivial copper or brass load. Tasmania 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 Hobart to a bigger city for higher brass rates? +
Generally no, unless you have a very large load. Fuel costs from Hobart to the nearest capital 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 0.85× rate.