Emr Green Isle (Northern Metal Recycling)

Recycling Center in Green Isle, Minnesota

📍 425 5th St, Green Isle, MN 55338
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About This Location

EMR Green Isle, part of EMR (which operates the former Northern Metal Recycling yards), is a scrap-metal buyer at 425 S 5th Street in Green Isle. The yard pays for ferrous and non-ferrous metal, junk vehicles, aluminum cans, auto batteries, catalytic converters and small electronics, with payment by check based on weight, grade and current market prices. This is a commercial scrap buyer, not a household recycling drop-off, and a government-issued photo ID is required before payment.

What EMR Green Isle (Northern Metal Recycling) Accepts

✓ Ferrous metal (iron and steel)
✓ Non-ferrous metal
✓ Junk vehicles
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Auto batteries
✓ Catalytic converters
✓ Small electronics

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries

What they do not accept

✕ Large appliances
✕ Refrigerators and freezers
✕ Steel cables
✕ Asbestos
✕ Radioactive materials
✕ PCBs and CFCs
✕ Ammunition and explosives

This is a commercial scrap-metal buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. They do not take fridges/freezers, large appliances, asbestos, radioactive material, PCBs/CFCs or ammunition/explosives.

Access & restrictions

Commercial/drop-off for businesses · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · They pay for scrap by check based on weight, grade and current market prices. A government-issued photo ID (full name, date of birth, signature) is required before payment. Minnesota requires a copper seller license for certain copper grades.

Programs & events

  • Scrap metal buying

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does EMR Green Isle pay for scrap metal?

Yes. They buy ferrous and non-ferrous metal, junk vehicles, aluminum cans, auto batteries, catalytic converters and small electronics, paying by check based on weight, grade and current market prices.

Is this a place to drop off household recycling?

No. EMR Green Isle is a commercial scrap-metal buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. For curbside recyclables or household items, use a Sibley County or municipal program.

What ID do I need to sell scrap here?

A government-issued photo ID showing full name, date of birth and signature is required before payment. Minnesota also requires a copper seller license for certain copper grades.

What won't they accept?

They do not take refrigerators, freezers, large appliances, steel cables, asbestos, radioactive materials, PCBs, CFCs or ammunition and explosives.

What are the hours and when do the scales close?

The yard is open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and is closed weekends. Note the scales close at 4:15 p.m., so arrive before then to weigh in.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Recycling Centers Near Green Isle

Contact & Location

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Address
425 5th St, Green Isle, MN 55338
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Website
us.emrlocal.com
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City / State
Green Isle, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Thursday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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