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About This Location

CMC Recycling Birmingham's Retail Express facility pays cash on the spot for ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal — copper, aluminum, brass, stainless, and more — serving customers from Birmingham and up to 100 miles away.

What this location Accepts

✓ Ferrous scrap metal — #1/#2 prepared and unprepared, shred, tin
✓ Copper
✓ Brass
✓ Aluminum scrap
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Lead
✓ Radiators
✓ Wire
✓ Wheels
✓ Batteries (automotive lead-acid)

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What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste
✕ Asbestos
✕ Compressed gas cylinders
✕ PCB-containing items
✕ NiCad or broken batteries
✕ Radioactive materials
✕ Mercury
✕ Flammable liquids
✕ Electronics
✕ Unidentifiable materials

Fees

  • Scrap metal drop-off — No fee — CMC pays you for materials (nonferrous $0.05–$3.05/lb; ferrous $6.50–$8.00/cwt)
  • Copper over $50 — Paid by check (not cash) per Alabama law

Programs & events

  • Recycling Rewards — Sign up via text or email for price updates and special offers at CMC Birmingham.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CMC Recycling Birmingham require ID, and can anyone drop off scrap metal?

Yes, a valid federal or state-issued ID is required for every transaction. The facility is open to the public — no contractor license required for most materials, though aluminum radiators require contractor documentation.

How much does CMC Birmingham pay for copper?

Copper pricing varies daily; the range on their website is listed within the nonferrous band of $0.05–$3.05 per pound. Any copper transaction over $50 is paid by check rather than cash under Alabama law.

Is CMC Recycling Birmingham open on weekends?

No. The facility is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with a lunch closure from 12:00–12:30 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Contact & Location

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3431 27th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35207
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City / State
Birmingham, Alabama

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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