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About This Location

United Fibers at 390 E Ray Rd in Chandler operates Arizona's largest buy-back recycling center, paying cash for cardboard, paper, aluminum cans, and plastics #1–2 at a drive-thru drop-off, Monday through Friday.

What this location Accepts

✓ Corrugated cardboard, boxes, chipboard, and gift boxes
✓ Newspapers, writing paper, copy paper, computer paper
✓ Magazines, junk mail, brown paper bags, phone books
✓ Plastic #1 (PETE) containers — clean and empty
✓ Plastic #2 (HDPE) containers — clean and empty
✓ Aluminum beverage cans
✓ Aluminum foil and trays
✓ Pet food cans (aluminum)

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What they do not accept

✕ Glass (not accepted; no payment for glass)
✕ Plastics #3–7
✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Scrap metal
✕ Contaminated or wet materials
✕ Household hazardous waste

Fees

  • Recyclables drop-off — Facility pays you cash (up to $100/transaction) or check for accepted recyclables

Programs & events

  • Drive-Thru Buy-Back Center — Drive through the facility to weigh and sell recyclables; cash paid on the spot for cardboard, paper, aluminum, and plastics #1–2
  • Group Educational Tours — Facility tours available for groups to learn about cellulose fiber manufacturing from recycled paper

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does United Fibers in Chandler pay cash for recycling?

Yes. United Fibers operates a drive-thru buy-back center that pays cash for cardboard, paper, aluminum cans, aluminum foil and trays, and clean plastics #1 and #2. Payments up to $100 are made in cash; larger amounts are paid by check.

Does United Fibers accept glass bottles for recycling?

No. United Fibers does not accept glass. Chandler residents can check with the City of Chandler or use the Republic Services curbside program for glass recycling options.

What condition do materials need to be in for United Fibers to accept them?

All recyclables must be clean, dry, and empty. Contaminated or wet cardboard and plastic containers with food residue are not accepted. Plastics must display a #1 or #2 recycling symbol on the bottom.

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Contact & Location

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Address
390 E Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225
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City / State
Chandler, Arizona

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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