U.S. Stocks, Receipts, And Consumption Of New And Old Scrap And Tin Recovered, By Type Of Scrap

This table presents detailed information on the stocks, receipts, and consumption of new and old scrap materials in the United States, categorized by type of scrap, including copper-base, lead-base, and tin-base scrap. It also shows the quantities of tin recovered from these scrap sources. Tracking these metrics is crucial for understanding the supply chain dynamics within the metal recycling and manufacturing industries, as scrap materials serve as a significant source of raw materials for metal production. This data supports economic analysis by highlighting trends in scrap availability and utilization, which can affect metal prices, manufacturing costs, and resource sustainability.

Analysis of the data reveals that in 2023, ingot makers held 3,070 metric tons of copper-base scrap stocks at the beginning of the year, an increase from 2,090 metric tons in 2022, while receipts remained steady at 29,700 metric tons both years. Foundries and other plants saw a decrease in receipts from 2,840 metric tons in 2022 to 2,370 metric tons in 2023, with consumption similarly declining. Lead-base scrap receipts increased slightly from 944,000 metric tons in 2022 to 955,000 metric tons in 2023, with consumption rising from 941,000 to 960,000 metric tons. The total tin recovered remained stable at approximately 17,300 metric tons for both years, with new scrap contributing around 7,900 metric tons and old scrap about 9,400 metric tons. These figures indicate a relatively stable scrap metal market with modest shifts in stock levels and consumption patterns, reflecting consistent demand and supply conditions in the U.S. metal recycling sector.