Delatte's Recycling
Recycling Center in Ponchatoula, Louisiana
About This Location
Delatte's Recycling is a family-run non-ferrous scrap yard in Ponchatoula that pays cash for copper, aluminum, and batteries only—no iron or ferrous scrap—operating Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings.
What Delatte's Recycling Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries
What they do not accept
Customer reviews confirm this yard is strictly non-ferrous—copper, aluminum, and batteries only. No iron taken.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public. Louisiana scrap-metal law requires dealers to record seller identification—bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Delatte's Recycling accept iron or steel scrap?
No. Delatte's is a non-ferrous yard only. They buy copper, aluminum, and batteries. For iron and steel, you would need a different facility in Tangipahoa Parish.
What days is Delatte's Recycling open?
The yard is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM noon. It is closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
Do I need ID to sell scrap metal here?
Yes. Louisiana law requires scrap-metal dealers to record seller identification. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID when you visit.
Does Delatte's pay cash for copper wire?
Yes—the yard buys copper in various forms and pays cash based on current commodity prices. Call (985) 386-6110 ahead of your visit to ask about today's rate for your grade of copper.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.