TikTok users strip copper wire to sell scrap metal for cash
People across multiple countries are posting videos online showing how they remove copper from wires to sell the metal for extra money.
Videos show wire stripping process
Creators break down complex appliances or split industrial wires to reveal bundles of glistening metal. Participants include hobbyists, electricians, and teenagers who claim they need the income for big purchases or daily expenses. Some users speak languages such as English, French, Spanish, German, and Romanian while documenting their work.
Copper prices reach high levels
The metal is a strong electrical conductor that remains fully recyclable for centuries. Prices for this material reached an all-time high earlier this year. Selling scrap copper is not a new activity but has gained attention recently.
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