Copper Prices in Europe

Copper price in Europe today

Based on the global price, a kilogram of copper in Europe is 12.54 EUR and a metric ton 12,543.49 EUR. We calculate it from the COMEX price per pound (6.352 USD) times the EUR exchange rate; one kilogram equals 2.2046 pounds.

The euro floats freely: a stronger euro against the dollar can lower the copper price in EUR even when the dollar price rises, and vice versa.

What copper is used for and what moves its price

Copper is an industrial metal used in electrical wiring, power grids, construction, electric vehicles and electronics, and China consumes about half of global demand. Because demand tracks economic growth, analysts nickname it "Dr. Copper".

Tips for selling copper in Europe

• The exchange price is for refined copper in bulk; scrap pays less depending on cleanliness and type — clean stripped wire pays most, then pipe, then mixed or coated copper.
• Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc and is worth less than pure copper.
• Ask how the scrap will be weighed and what deductions apply, and compare several dealers.