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About This Location

A Wabash Iron & Metal Co. operation since 1990, 12th Street Recycling Inc at 4300 E 12th St is one of Kansas City's established scrap metal buyers, purchasing lead-acid batteries, iron and steel, and vehicle scrap from the public.

What this location Accepts

✓ Lead-acid batteries
✓ Iron and steel (ferrous scrap)
✓ Complete vehicles (scrap cars)

Related recycling guides: Batteries

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous materials
✕ Electronics (not listed as accepted)
✕ Vehicles without a title (Missouri requires title for vehicle sales)

Fees

  • No fee — yard pays customers for accepted scrap by weight; current commodity prices available by phone — Pays per pound/ton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 12th Street Recycling Inc buy vehicles?

Yes, the yard accepts complete scrap vehicles. Missouri requires a vehicle title for the sale; bring your title when dropping off a car.

What ID do I need to sell scrap metal at 12th Street Recycling?

A state-issued photo ID is required under Missouri scrap metal dealer regulations. This applies to most scrap transactions.

Are electronics accepted at 12th Street Recycling?

Electronics (e-waste) are not listed among the yard's accepted materials. The yard specializes in ferrous metals, lead-acid batteries, and scrap vehicles. For e-waste in Kansas City, contact the KCMO Health Department or a certified e-waste event.

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Contact & Location

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Address
4300 E 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64127
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City / State
Kansas City, Missouri

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–11:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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