No. 2 copper

Unalloyed copper with oxidation, solder or fittings attached. It has less copper than No. 1, so it sells lower.

Trade name: Birch / Cliff ยท HSN 7404

Used by: Smelters and secondary refiners

What to check before you buy

Check how much solder, paint, oxidation and coating is present, and agree the expected copper content. A sample melt or test helps settle disputes.