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About This Location

CMC Recycling's Springfield yard at 634 E Phelps St buys both ferrous and nonferrous scrap metals from individuals and commercial customers, with a certified public truck scale and daily-updated commodity prices.

What this location Accepts

✓ Copper (No. 1 and No. 2)
✓ Brass
✓ Aluminum (various grades)
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Lead
✓ Prepared steel (ferrous)
✓ Cast iron
✓ Shred / tin (ferrous)

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What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous materials
✕ Compressed gas cylinders
✕ Batteries (lead-acid or other)
✕ Electronics and office equipment
✕ Radioactive materials
✕ Asbestos
✕ Sealed containers or liquids
✕ Flammable materials
✕ Vehicles without a title

Fees

  • No charge — yard pays customers per pound (nonferrous) or per net ton (ferrous) at current commodity rates — Pays by weight; see cmcrecycling.com for current prices

Programs & events

  • Certified Public Truck Scale — Open to truckers needing a certified weight ticket; separate retail and truck scale windows with truck scale closing 15 minutes after retail (4:15 PM)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current price for copper at CMC Recycling Springfield?

CMC publishes commodity prices on their website at cmcrecycling.com/locations/Springfield and updates them regularly. As of June 2026 the posted No. 1 Copper rate was $4.55/lb, but prices change with market conditions — check the site or call (417) 862-0548 on the day you plan to come in.

Does CMC Recycling Springfield accept electronics or batteries?

No. Electronics, office equipment, and batteries (including lead-acid) are explicitly excluded. The yard handles ferrous and nonferrous metals only. For electronics recycling in Springfield, contact the City of Springfield's household hazardous waste program.

How does payment work at CMC Recycling Springfield?

Scrap is weighed on a certified scale and paid at current commodity rates. Payments up to $500 are made in cash; anything above that is paid by check. A state-issued photo ID is required.

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Contact & Location

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Address
634 E Phelps St, Springfield, MO 65806
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City / State
Springfield, Missouri

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (closed noon–1:00 PM)
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (closed noon–1:00 PM)
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (closed noon–1:00 PM)
Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (closed noon–1:00 PM)
Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (closed noon–1:00 PM)
Saturday 8:00 AM–11:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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