Dem-Con Metal Recycling

Recycling Center in Shakopee, Minnesota

📍 13142 Dem Con Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379
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About This Location

Dem-Con Metal Recycling at 13142 Dem Con Drive in Shakopee is a full-service, public-access scrap yard where residents and businesses can drop off ferrous and non-ferrous metals, junk vehicles, appliances, electronics, and a wide range of other metal-bearing items — and get paid by weight. The yard is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last weigh-in accepted at 4:45 PM, and is closed weekends. Prices change daily with world commodity markets, so it's worth calling ahead for current rates. Under a Minnesota law effective August 1, 2023, catalytic converters require proof of ownership. Items containing Freon or other fluids, hazardous materials, propane tanks, beer kegs, and non-metallic materials are not accepted.

What Dem-Con Metal Recycling Accepts

✓ Aluminum (All forms accepted.)
✓ Appliances (non-Freon) (Freon-containing appliances are not accepted; see refrigerant policy.)
✓ Auto parts, engines & transmissions (Drain plugs must be removed before drop-off.)
✓ Batteries (auto, lawn & garden, power-sport)
✓ Brass, copper & copper wire
✓ Cars, trucks & trailers (Full vehicle purchases accepted.)
✓ Catalytic converters (Proof of ownership required under MN law effective August 1, 2023.)
✓ Computer towers, laptops & electronics / e-scrap
✓ Electric motors
✓ Exercise equipment, farm equipment, grills & smokers
✓ Lead, stainless steel, titanium & zinc
✓ Metal cabinets & shelving
✓ Riding & push mowers, snow blowers, snowmobiles, ATVs & UTVs
✓ Bicycles

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances

What they do not accept

✕ Freon appliances
✕ Items containing fluids (unless drained)
✕ Propane tanks / gas cylinders
✕ Beer kegs
✕ Jewelry
✕ Hazardous material
✕ Radioactive material
✕ Railroad scrap
✕ Sewer covers & street signs
✕ Non-metallic items
✕ Stolen material

Refrigerant-containing appliances are excluded; see Dem-Con's Appliance Refrigerant Policy.

Fees

  • Scrap metal drop-off (ferrous, non-ferrous, autos) — No charge — customers are paid by weight at market rates; prices change daily.

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public — both residential and commercial customers may drop off scrap metal. Proof of ownership required for catalytic converters (MN law, effective Aug 1, 2023). Engines and transmissions must have drain plugs removed. Hours may change during holiday weeks; call ahead to confirm.

Programs & events

  • Catalytic converter proof-of-ownership — Every catalytic converter must be accompanied by proof of ownership under Minnesota law effective August 1, 2023.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get paid when I drop off scrap metal?

Yes. Dem-Con pays customers by weight for accepted ferrous and non-ferrous metals, vehicles, and related materials. Prices change daily with world commodity markets, so call 952-224-7135 ahead for current rates.

What are the hours, and is it open on weekends?

The Shakopee yard is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last weigh-in accepted at 4:45 PM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.

Can I drop off a catalytic converter?

Yes, but proof of ownership is required for every catalytic converter under a Minnesota law effective August 1, 2023. Converters without documentation will not be accepted.

Are Freon appliances accepted?

No. Appliances that still contain refrigerant (Freon) are not accepted. Non-Freon appliances such as stoves, washers, and dryers are accepted — check Dem-Con's Appliance Refrigerant Policy if unsure.

Do hours change around holidays?

Yes. Dem-Con notes hours can change during holiday weeks. Call 952-224-7135 before your visit to confirm.

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Contact & Location

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Address
13142 Dem Con Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379
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Website
dem-con.com
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City / State
Shakopee, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last weigh-in 4:45 PM)
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last weigh-in 4:45 PM)
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last weigh-in 4:45 PM)
Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last weigh-in 4:45 PM)
Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last weigh-in 4:45 PM)
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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