Strategic Materials Inc

Recycling Center in Durham, North Carolina

📍 503 Junction Rd, Durham, NC 27703
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About This Location

The 503 Junction Road site in Durham is an industrial glass processing plant — acquired by Sibelco from Strategic Materials in 2024 — that sources waste glass from Material Recovery Facilities, not from individual residents.

What this location Accepts

✓ Glass bottles and jars (sourced from MRFs and municipalities — not public drop-off)
✓ Window panes and plate glass (commercial/industrial sources)
✓ Automotive glass (commercial/industrial sources)

Related recycling guides: Glass

What they do not accept

✕ Household glass drop-off from individual residents
✕ Mixed recyclables
✕ Metals, plastics, paper, or e-waste

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off glass bottles or jars at 503 Junction Rd in Durham?

No. This is an industrial glass processing plant (now operated by Sibelco after acquiring Strategic Materials Inc in 2024). It sources glass from Material Recovery Facilities and municipal contracts, not from individual residents. Durham residents should use curbside recycling or a Durham County convenience drop-off site.

What happened to Strategic Materials Inc in Durham?

Strategic Materials was acquired by Sibelco, a Belgian industrial minerals company, in 2024. The Durham plant continues to operate as a glass recycling and processing facility under the Sibelco name, focusing on commercial and industrial glass streams.

Where can Durham, NC residents recycle glass?

Durham city residents can include glass in their curbside blue-bin single-stream recycling. Durham County also operates convenience drop-off recycling centers. The Sibelco/Strategic Materials plant on Junction Road does not accept public drop-offs.

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Contact & Location

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503 Junction Rd, Durham, NC 27703
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City / State
Durham, North Carolina

Opening Hours

Monday 7 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–3:30 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday 7 AM–3:30 PM
Friday 7 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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