What are the most profitable things to scrap?

If you’re looking to scrap items for profit, there are several valuable materials to consider. These include aluminum, which is lightweight and recyclable, copper that can be found in household items, brass which is a mixture of copper and zinc, dense metal like lead in car batteries and fishing sinkers, durable stainless steel in appliances and kitchenware, rare platinum in old jewelry, old appliances such as refrigerators and washing machines, and hand tools like wrenches and pliers that can be sold for scrap metal value.