Recycling Centers in New Britain, CT
Find drop-off recycling locations in New Britain, Connecticut. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
New Britain has 2 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in New Britain: A Local Guide
New Britain, Connecticut has two distinct recycling options depending on what you need to dispose of. Feigenbaum & Nair Scrap Metal Processing at 605 South Street has purchased ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from the greater Hartford area since 1925, making it one of the longest-operating scrap yards in central Connecticut. The yard pays cash for steel, iron, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and a wide range of other metals from both residential sellers and commercial accounts. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM — the yard is closed on weekends.
For bottle and can deposit refunds, Central Connecticut Redemption at 208 Hillhurst Avenue is a CT DEEP-licensed redemption center that handles Connecticut's 5¢ bottle bill. Bring your deposit-eligible carbonated beverage containers Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM, and receive your refund on the spot. The center does not accept general recycling — it is specifically for CT deposit containers.
New Britain is in Hartford County. Nearby recycling options in the same county include centers in Hartford, Meriden, and Bristol. For information on curbside recycling pickup or municipal HHW events in New Britain, contact the City of New Britain Public Works Department. The Connecticut recycling directory lists all verified centers statewide.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in New Britain
Where can I sell scrap metal in New Britain, CT?
Feigenbaum & Nair Scrap Metal Processing at 605 South St buys steel, iron, copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, wire, and more. Open Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–2:00 PM; call (860) 223-5046 for current prices.
Where do I redeem Connecticut deposit bottles and cans in New Britain?
Central Connecticut Redemption at 208 Hillhurst Ave refunds the 5¢ CT deposit on eligible carbonated beverage containers. Open Mon–Sat 9:00 AM–4:45 PM; call (860) 224-1279 to confirm hours before your trip.
Does New Britain have a public recycling drop-off for cardboard, paper, and plastics?
The two centers in New Britain specialize in scrap metal and bottle redemption. For curbside recycling or a public drop-off accepting mixed recyclables, contact the City of New Britain Department of Public Works directly.
What hours is the Feigenbaum & Nair scrap yard open?
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The yard is closed Saturday and Sunday. For large-volume pickups outside those hours, call (860) 223-5046.