Scrap metal exports from the United States increased by 62.7 percent in March 2026 compared to February

S. International Trade Commission, scrap metal exports from the United States totaled 1.38 million tons in March this year, up 62.7 percent month-on-month and 48.4 percent year-on-year.

Turkey was the largest recipient of U.

S. iron and scrap exports in March with 461,126 tons, up 77.7 percent from the previous month and up 48.1 percent year-on-year. Other notable destinations in March included Mexico with 262,586 tons, Peru with 114,406 tons, and Italy with 105,463 tons. 2025.