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1 Heavy Copper Calculator
Estimate the value of 1 heavy copper based on london metals exchange (lme) copper index.
Copper Heavy #1
Premium Solids Valuation
Estimated Market Price
£8,772
Per Metric Tonne (≈$5.85/lb)
LME Base
£8,600
Premium
+2.00%
Quality Adj.
+£0
Market & Premium
£8,600
£7,500Current Market£10,000
+2.00%
+£172/MT
Base Formula
LME copper spot + Heavy copper premiumQuality & Specifications
ISRI Requirements
Material Type
Clean copper solids, clippings, busbars
Minimum Thickness
1/16 inch (1.59mm)
Copper Purity
Minimum 99%
Surface Condition
Uncoated, unalloyed, clean
Acceptable Oxidation
Minor surface oxidation only
Insulation
Must be insulation-free
Solder/Paint
Free from excessive solder, paint, enamel
Oil Content
Minimal/free from excessive oil
Foreign Metals
<1% total (Fe, Al, Ni, Sn)
Excluded Materials
- •Leaded or tinned copper scrap
- •Brasses and bronzes
- •Copper tubing with non-copper fittings
- •Copper from burning (brittle/insulation remnants)
- •Heavily coated or painted copper
- •Mixed metal contamination >1%
About this Calculator
Market Basis
London Metals Exchange (LME) Copper Index
Typical Value
Varies by market conditions
Pricing Formula
LME copper spot + Heavy copper premiumReady to get started?
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