East Central Recycling

Recycling Center in Muncie, Indiana

📍 701 E Centennial Ave, Muncie, IN 47303
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📞 +1 765-282-1900 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

East Central Recycling at 701 E Centennial Ave in Muncie is Delaware County's all-in-one drop-off destination for household recyclables, electronics, tires, yard waste, and free household hazardous waste disposal — one of the most comprehensive public recycling facilities in east-central Indiana.

What this location Accepts

✓ Newsprint, magazines, books, office paper
✓ Cardboard and paperboard packaging
✓ Aluminum beverage and food cans
✓ Glass (clear, brown, and green)
✓ Electronics — TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, tablets, cellphones, cameras, DVD players, stereos
✓ Household hazardous waste — paint, cleaners, pesticides, solvents, mercury items, pool chemicals
✓ Used motor oil and oil filters
✓ Lead-acid batteries and Ni-Cd / other household batteries
✓ Antifreeze
✓ Gasoline and unwanted fuels
✓ Fertilizer, fungicides, herbicides, insecticides
✓ Used tires
✓ Yard waste — chipped and composted on-site

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Household Hazardous Waste · Yard Waste · Glass · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Plastics — curbside program does not include plastics at this drop-off (verify current policy by calling)
✕ Closed on Sundays and federal holidays

Fees

  • Household hazardous waste drop-off — Free for Delaware County residents
  • Household recyclables drop-off — Free
  • Electronics drop-off — Contact facility for current pricing; some items may have a fee

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program — Free year-round drop-off of oil, paint, cleaners, pesticides, batteries, antifreeze, and similar hazardous household items. No appointment required during facility hours.
  • Technology and Electronic Waste (TEW) Program — Accepts TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, tablets, video games, VCRs, DVD players, stereos, cellphones, and cameras for proper recycling.
  • Yard Waste Composting — Yard waste brought to the facility is chipped and composted on-site during regular hours.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is household hazardous waste drop-off free at East Central Recycling?

Yes. Delaware County residents can drop off oil, paint, cleaners, pesticides, solvents, batteries, antifreeze, and similar household hazardous materials at no charge during regular facility hours (Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM, Saturday 8 AM–12 PM). No special event or appointment is needed.

Does East Central Recycling accept televisions and electronics?

Yes. Through the Muncie Sanitary District's Technology and Electronic Waste program, the facility accepts televisions, computers, monitors, laptops, tablets, video games, VCRs, DVD players, stereos, cellphones, and cameras. Some items may carry a fee — call (765) 282-1900 to confirm current pricing before arriving.

How do I drop off regular recyclables — cans, paper, cardboard, glass?

Drive up to the office window at 701 E Centennial Ave and let them know you are dropping off recyclables. The dumpster is emptied three to four times a day and goes directly to the sorting line. Accepted items include newsprint, magazines, books, office paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and clear, brown, and green glass.

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Contact & Location

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701 E Centennial Ave, Muncie, IN 47303
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Muncie, Indiana

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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