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Germany Copper Scrap Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033

The copper scrap market in Germany is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 3,173.4 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 8.3% is expected of Germany copper scrap market from 2026 to 2033.
Revenue, 2025 (US$M)
$1,705.2
Estimate, 2026 (US$M)
$1,811.6
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$3,173.4
CAGR, 2026 - 2033
8.3%

Germany copper scrap market highlights

  • The Germany copper scrap market generated a revenue of USD 1,705.2 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 3,173.4 million by 2033.
  • The Germany market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2026 to 2033.
  • In terms of segment, new scrap was the largest revenue generating feed material in 2025.
  • Old Scrap is the most lucrative feed material segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Copper scrap market data book summary

Market revenue in 2025USD 1,705.2 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 3,173.4 million
Growth rate8.3% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segmentNew scrap
Fastest growing segmentOld Scrap
Historical data2021 - 2024
Base year2025
Forecast period2026 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationOld Scrap, New Scrap
Key market players worldwideAurubis AG, Commercial Metals Co, Glencore PLC, OmniSource Corporation, Ames Copper Group, Jain Metal Group


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, Germany accounted for 4.3% of the global copper scrap market in 2025.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • In Europe, Germany copper scrap market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • Spain is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 1,070.7 million by 2033.

The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict is likely to subdue mainstream manufacturing activity, however, growth is expected across sectors as a result of market players finding ways to mitigate the adverse impact. The country’s inflation is expected to ease, and government debt is also projected to decline in 2023 and 2024.

The country has a very robust recycling value chain and a closed-loop economy for efficient material usage. This is backed by the fact that one of Europe's most comprehensive vehicle scrappage programs is in place in the country, offering vehicle owners a USD 3,320 rebate when they trade an older vehicle for a new one in nine years.

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Publish Date: Mar 25, 2026

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Copper Scrap Market Companies

NameProfile# EmployeesHQWebsite
Commercial Metals CoView profile 13,0226565 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, TX, United States, 75039www.cmc.com
OmniSource CorporationView profile 1001-5000Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, North Americawww.omnisource.com/
Glencore PLCView profile 83,426Baarermattstrasse 3, Baar, Switzerland, CH-6340www.glencore.com
Aurubis AGView profile 7,305Hovestrasse 50, Hamburg, BY, Germany, 20539www.aurubis.com
Ames Copper GroupView profile 51-100Shelby, North Carolina, United States, North Americawww.amescoppergroup.com
Jain Metal GroupView profile 1001-5000Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Asiajainmetalgroup.com

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New Scrap was the largest segment with a revenue share of 88.1% in 2025.

Horizon Databook has segmented the Germany copper scrap market based on old scrap, new scrap covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.




The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict is likely to subdue mainstream manufacturing activity, however, growth is expected across sectors as a result of market players finding ways to mitigate the adverse impact. The country’s inflation is expected to ease, and government debt is also projected to decline in 2023 and 2024.

The country has a very robust recycling value chain and a closed-loop economy for efficient material usage. This is backed by the fact that one of Europe's most comprehensive vehicle scrappage programs is in place in the country, offering vehicle owners a USD 3,320 rebate when they trade an older vehicle for a new one in nine years.

  • Germany Copper Scrap Market Feed Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
    • Old Scrap
    • New Scrap
  • Germany Copper Scrap Market Scrap Grade Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
    • Bare Bright
    • #1 Scrap Copper
    • #2 Scrap Copper
    • Other Scrap Grade
  • Germany Copper Scrap Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
    • Wire Rod Mills
    • Brass Mills
    • Ingot Makers
    • Foundries & Other Industries

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