Why is copper called "Dr. Copper"?
Copper is used in construction, power grids, electric vehicles and infrastructure, so rising demand usually signals a strong economy — and vice versa.
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6.352USD / lb
Per kg 51.42 AED$14.00
Copper price by country
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| Country | Kilogram | Metric ton |
|---|---|---|
| UAE AED | 51.42 | 51,424.77 |
| Saudi Arabia SAR | 52.51 | 52,509.98 |
| Kuwait KWD | 4.350 | 4,349.506 |
| Qatar QAR | 50.97 | 50,969.68 |
| Oman OMR | 5.384 | 5,383.981 |
| Bahrain BHD | 5.265 | 5,265.000 |
| USA USD | 14.00 | 14,002.66 |
| UK GBP | 10.47 | 10,470.06 |
| Europe EUR | 12.55 | 12,548.04 |
Last updated: Saturday, 7 November 2026, at UAE time
How is copper priced?
Copper trades on COMEX in US dollars per pound (453.6 g). We convert it automatically to price per kilogram and metric ton in local currencies.
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How copper is quoted
Copper is priced globally in US dollars per pound (453.6 g) — currently 6.352 USD per pound. We convert it to per-kilogram (14.00 USD) and per-metric-ton (14,002.66 USD) prices, then into local currencies.
Who uses these prices?
Scrap dealers, contractors, manufacturers and anyone following industrial metals. Actual selling prices for used copper or cable depend on purity, volume and processing costs.
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 scrap copper
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How often is the copper price updated?
The copper price refreshes automatically about every minute from global market data, then converts to local currencies.
Which countries are supported?
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain, plus the USA, the UK and Europe.