#2 copper tubing is also accepted by scrap yards but is graded lower due to reduced purity and cleanliness. This category allows for some level of contamination, such as solder, paint, oxidation, or attached fittings made from other metals like brass or tin.

Because it requires additional processing and refining, #2 copper typically receives a lower scrap value than #1 copper. However, it remains widely recyclable and is commonly sourced from plumbing systems, older construction materials, and partially dismantled tubing installations.