Direct Polymers

Recycling Center in Denver, Colorado

📍 3601 E 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80216
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📞 +1 303-835-1202 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Direct Polymers is an industrial-scale plastic recycler and consolidator in Denver's Globeville neighborhood that processes up to 100 million pounds of post-industrial plastic per year from commercial and manufacturing sources — it operates by appointment and is not a public consumer drop-off.

What this location Accepts

✓ HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) — post-industrial
✓ LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) — post-industrial
✓ PP (Polypropylene) — post-industrial
✓ PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) — post-industrial
✓ ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) — post-industrial
✓ PS (Polystyrene) — post-industrial
✓ PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) — post-industrial
✓ PA (Nylon), PC (Polycarbonate) — post-industrial

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What they do not accept

✕ Residential consumer plastics — not a public drop-off
✕ Mixed household recyclables
✕ Hazardous materials
✕ Walk-in loads without appointment

Access & restrictions

Accepts post-industrial scrap from manufacturers, distributors, and commercial generators

Programs & events

  • Post-industrial plastic consolidation — Collects and redistributes post-industrial plastic scrap from commercial sources to end markets; shredding, grinding, and compounding services onsite
  • Polyolefin compounding — Processes HDPE, LDPE, and PP into compounded material for reuse in manufacturing

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off plastic bags, bottles, or other household plastics at Direct Polymers in Denver?

No. Direct Polymers processes post-industrial plastic from commercial and manufacturing clients only. It is not a public drop-off for residential plastics. Denver residents can recycle plastics #1 and #2 through Denver's curbside program; for plastic film (bags, wrap), use drop-off bins at King Soopers or Walmart locations.

What types of businesses does Direct Polymers serve?

Direct Polymers works with manufacturers, distributors, and commercial operations that generate post-industrial plastic scrap — such as injection molders, extrusion facilities, and fabricators. They consolidate mixed plastic waste streams and process them for resale to end markets.

Is Direct Polymers appointment-only?

Yes. Direct Polymers is listed as operating by appointment only. Commercial customers should call (303) 835-1202 before bringing materials to 3601 E 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80216.

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Contact & Location

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3601 E 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80216
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Denver, Colorado

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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