The prices listed below are state average prices paid by scrap yards in New Jersey NJ, United States.

All Scrap Metal Prices Updated as of

Scrap Copper & Brass prices per pound

Scrap Ins. Copper Wire prices per pound

Scrap Aluminum prices per pound

Scrap Misc. Scrap prices per pound

Scrap Batteries prices per pound

Scrap Catalytic Converters prices per each

Scrap Steel & Iron prices per pound

Computer Scrap prices per pound

Scrap Rare Earth Metals prices per pound

New Jersey Scrap Metal Laws

Payment Restrictions

New Jersey does NOT have special payment restrictions.

Fingerprinting

New Jersey does not require fingerprints.

Video Recording

New Jersey requires facilities to record video using security cameras.

Tag and Hold

New Jersey requires yards to tag-and-hold certain materials for a period of time to give law enforcement time to locate possibly stolen material matching that description.

License Scanning

New Jersey requires each customers drivers license, ID card, consulate ID or passport to be scanned and kept on file.

Vehicle Descriptions

New Jersey requires every purchase of scrap metal to also have the customer or drivers vehicle information recorded as part of the transaction.

Taking Photographs of Materials

New Jersey requires that each material/purchase have a snapshot image to be taken while the material is being weighed.

Taking Photographs of Customers Faces

New Jersey does not require facial photographs. However, it is always a good idea for law enforcement.

Notify Law Enforcement

New Jersey does not require law enforcement notification.

NMVTIS Reporting

ALL STATES, not just New Jersey are required to report vehicle purchases to NMVTIS through services like Add123.com

Legal Mandates

Updated January 2014

State Requirements

In order to sell scrap metal, sellers will be required to:

• Allow a copy of the seller’s a driver’s license or state ID card;
• Sign a statement indicating that they are the owner of or are authorized to sell the metal;
• Sign a statement that they have not been convicted of metal theft 

Buyer’s must:

• Record make, model and license plate number of sellers vehicle used to transport scrap
• Keep a record of sellers name, address and date of sale
• A date and time stamped photo or video of the materials being sold (to be kept on file for 5 years)
• All sales tickets must have location of sale, date and time of the sale, as well as the initials of the clerk completing the sale.
  • Must also show the weight, quantity and/or volume of the material.
  • Must show amount paid for materials.
  • Sales tickets must be signed by the seller.  Seller will receive a copy of the receipt and buyer will retain a copy.

         ·            Buyer must report purchased vehicle information to NMVTIS

         ·            Tag and hold policies are in effect (up to 5 days)

NOTE:  Please be aware of your local ordinances.  Many cities and counties have additional ordinances that may not be listed here.

Keep records, certifications, registrations, etc. on site for 5 years for all purchases in excess of 100 lbs. or $50 (whichever is less).

Scrap recyclers must maintain a record of all purchases for a minimum of five years and is subject to inspection by any law enforcement at any time. There is a 5-day tag-and-hold policy when notified by law enforcement to do so.

There is pending regulation making it unlawful to purchase any metal grave markers or urns.

Links to Other Important Information for New Jersey Salvage/Recycling

Auto-Parts Salvage/Recycling

• Tires – www.nj.gov/dep/dshw/recycling/swmp/doc/section_e_06.doc
• State EPA Guidelines – http://www.nj.gov/dep/dwq/bnpc_home.htm

·         Scrap yard regulations – http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/legis/2009c8_Law.pdf and pending regulation http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2010/Bills/A4500/4365_I1.PDF

o    2012/2013 Pending Legislation: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/S2500/2162_I1.HTM and http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/S2000/1773_I1.HTM and http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2012/Bills/A3500/3222_R2.HTM