Tennessee Scrap Metal Prices - USA

Every single time we speak to someone first getting involved in the scrap metal industry, the first question we ask them is "Do you know the laws in your area?". So many beginners, including ourselves when we got started, underestimate how regulated the buying and selling of scrap metals really is. Some states have incredibly restrictive laws, that require records, payment restrictions and more. The US can be a complex place to sell scrap, because each state has their own individual laws. Some being incredibly strict and some very lenient. Tennessee has some of the strictest laws in the US in an attempt to combat its scrap metal theft problem. To help get your head around these laws we have been through all the laws and summarized everything that you need to know before you set foot on a scrap yard.

First and foremost do not forget your ID. You will not be able to sell scrap in Tennessee without it (or any other state for that matter). Scrap yards are required to keep a copy of your ID, a description of the car or vehicle including the license plate number. Most surprising to most newcomers, all scrap yards in Tennessee are required to keep a copy of your fingerprints. All of this must be kept on record for a minimum of three years. Finally are the payment restrictions. All payments must be paid by check, which is sent to the home address of an individual or the working address of a business.

Now that you have a good idea of how the laws work for selling scrap metal in Tennessee, let's take a look at some of the better scrap yards. Starting in Nashville, Tennessee's state capital and largest city, our recommendations are: Southern Recycling LLC and PSC Metals LLC. Our research in Memphis found that the best scrap yards are: Memphis Industrial Scrap LLC and Iskiwitz Metals. Both have great service and the best scrap metal prices. For those based in Knoxville or any other part of Tennessee contact us for some help finding the best scrap metal prices.