Northstar Recycling Inc.
Recycling Center in Hugo, Minnesota
About This Location
Northstar Recycling Inc. (NRI) is a scrap metal buyer at 15717 Forest Blvd N in Hugo, Washington County. The yard purchases aluminum, steel, copper, brass, stainless, insulated wire, lead-acid (car) batteries and precious metals, handling ferrous, non-ferrous and specialty metals. As a scrap buyer it pays for qualifying metal rather than operating as a free municipal household drop-off. It is open weekday business hours plus Saturday mornings, with gates closing 15 minutes before the end of each day.
What Northstar Recycling Inc. Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries
What they do not accept
Northstar is a scrap metal buyer, not a municipal household recycling drop-off for glass, plastics, paper or yard waste. Call 651-407-0092 to confirm materials and current prices.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Scrap metal yard that buys ferrous, non-ferrous and specialty metals; gates close 15 minutes before closing time. Prices quoted at the yard or by phone.
Programs & events
- Car battery recycling
- Specialty metal recycling
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals does Northstar Recycling buy?
NRI buys aluminum, steel, copper, brass, stainless, insulated wire, lead-acid car batteries and precious/specialty metals, covering ferrous, non-ferrous and specialty scrap.
What are Northstar Recycling's hours in Hugo?
NRI is open Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The gates close 15 minutes before the end of operating hours, so arrive early.
Is this a free household recycling drop-off?
No. Northstar is a scrap metal buyer that pays for qualifying metals. It is not a municipal program for glass, plastics, paper or yard waste.
Do they take car batteries?
Yes. Lead-acid (car) batteries are among the items Northstar buys. Call for current pricing.
How do I contact Northstar Recycling?
Call 651-407-0092 or email info@nrimn.com. The yard is at 15717 Forest Blvd N, Hugo, MN 55038.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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