Cast Aluminium Price in Glasgow Today — £ 1.33 (April 2026)

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The current scrap buying price for Cast Aluminium in Glasgow as of April 10, 2026 is £ 1.33 per kilogram (British Pound). Prices are refreshed each trading day after LME market open.

What Is Cast Aluminium?

Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels.

Cast Aluminium is classified under Non-Ferrous Metals — Non-magnetic metals with high recycling value. This grade is priced at approximately 78% of the LME Aluminium.

Cast Aluminium Price in Glasgow Today — April 2026

🗓️ Last updated: April 10, 2026 — refreshed daily at LME market open (08:10 London time).

Today’s indicative scrap yard buying price for Cast Aluminium in Glasgow:

UnitPrice (British Pound)
Per kilogram (kg)£ £ 1.33
Per metric tonne£ 1,330
Per troy ounce£ 41.38

These are indicative buying rates — what a scrap yard pays you. Actual prices may vary by yard, quantity, and material condition within Glasgow.

Cast Aluminium Price in Other Currencies

Today’s Cast Aluminium scrap price across major currencies (per kg):

CodeCurrencyPrice / kg
USDUS Dollar$ 1.7850 /kg
AUDAustralian DollarA$ 2.5336 /kg
GBPBritish Pound£ 1.3305 /kg
EUREuro€ 1.5287 /kg
CADCanadian DollarC$ 2.4718 /kg
NZDNew Zealand DollarNZ$ 3.0635 /kg
SGDSingapore DollarS$ 2.2743 /kg

Use our live calculator to convert to any currency or unit instantly.

What Affects Cast Aluminium Prices in Glasgow?

  • Global commodity markets: This grade is priced at approximately 78% of the LME Aluminium.
  • Material condition: Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels. Cleaner, better-graded material attracts higher offers.
  • Local supply and demand: Construction, demolition, and manufacturing activity in Glasgow directly influences what yards are willing to pay.
  • Exchange rates: Since base metals are benchmarked in USD, movements in the British Pound/USD rate affect your local payout.
  • Transport costs: Distance to the nearest processing facility affects the net rate offered by Glasgow yards.

Tips for Selling Cast Aluminium in Glasgow

  • Sort and clean your material before visiting a yard — Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels.
  • Get quotes from at least two or three Glasgow buyers; prices can vary 5–15% between yards.
  • Check this page in the morning after LME open to confirm you are working with today’s rate.
  • Bring bulk quantities where possible — larger loads typically attract better per-kg rates.

About This Price Data

The Cast Aluminium price on this page was last updated on April 10, 2026. Prices are sourced from live LME commodity data and real-time currency exchange rates, refreshed automatically every trading day at 08:10 London time (10 minutes after the LME Ring opens). Historical prices are not stored — this page always shows the current buying rate.

Use our Scrap Price Calculator to calculate the exact value of any quantity of Cast Aluminium in your preferred currency and unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current scrap price of Cast Aluminium in Glasgow?

As of April 2026, the indicative scrap buying price for Cast Aluminium in Glasgow is £ 1.33 per kilogram (British Pound). This price is updated every trading day after the London Metal Exchange opens at 08:00 GMT. Always confirm the exact rate with your local scrap yard before delivering material.

How is the Cast Aluminium scrap price calculated?

This grade is priced at approximately 78% of the LME Aluminium. The final price you receive depends on material grade, cleanliness, and quantity. Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels.

Where can I sell Cast Aluminium scrap in Glasgow?

Most metal recyclers and scrap yards in Glasgow accept Cast Aluminium. Call ahead to confirm they are buying, as some yards have minimum quantities or specific grade requirements. Bringing clean, well-sorted material maximises your payout.

Does the Cast Aluminium scrap price change daily?

Yes. Cast Aluminium scrap prices move daily with global commodity markets. Our prices are updated every morning after the LME opens. Checking this page before visiting a yard ensures you are working with the most current rate.

What factors affect the Cast Aluminium price in Glasgow?

Key factors include global LME prices, the exchange rate between British Pound and USD, local supply and demand in Glasgow, and material condition. Seasonal construction and demolition activity in the region also plays a role.

How much is Cast Aluminium worth per tonne in Glasgow?

Multiply the per-kg price by 1,000. Based on today’s rate of £ 1.33/kg, one metric tonne of Cast Aluminium in Glasgow is worth approximately £ 0. Large volumes may attract better per-tonne rates at local yards.

Is it worth selling Cast Aluminium scrap?

Cast Aluminium is an actively traded scrap material. Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels. Properly sorting and cleaning it before sale will yield the best return at yards in Glasgow.

How do I prepare Cast Aluminium for sale at a scrap yard?

Sort the material by grade, remove any attached fittings or non-matching metals, and ensure it is clean and dry. Engine blocks, gearbox housings, cast wheels. Call your chosen Glasgow yard in advance to confirm current requirements and minimum quantities.

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