South Brunswick Township Recycling

Recycling Center in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey

📍 540 Ridge Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
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About This Location

South Brunswick Township Recycling is the municipal drop-off center for township residents, located behind the Municipal Building at the corner of Route 522 and Kingston Lane in Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852. Open Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM, the center handles the special recyclables that cannot go curbside — including scrap metal, textiles (clothing, fabric, sheets, towels), used motor oil, empty propane tanks, rechargeable and automotive batteries, fluorescent bulbs and tubes, and white goods such as washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters, refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers. Electronics and TV recycling runs the 2nd Saturday of each month (10 AM–2 PM), while paint drop-off is offered every non-holiday Friday (8 AM–3:30 PM) and the 4th Saturday (8 AM–12 PM). The center is limited to South Brunswick residents, and contractors are not permitted; proof of residency is required for the computer and television program.

What South Brunswick Township Recycling Accepts

✓ Appliances / white goods (Washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters, refrigerators and freezers (doors removed), dehumidifiers; air conditioners accepted by appointment (732-329-4000 x7260).)
✓ Rechargeable, button cell, and automotive batteries (Alkaline batteries are no longer recyclable and should go in the garbage.)
✓ Fluorescent bulbs and tubes (Accepted at the recycling center.)
✓ TVs, computers, and electronics (Accepted the 2nd Saturday of the month, 10 AM–2 PM. Includes CPUs, laptops, monitors, printers, keyboards, mice, modems, scanners, cables, telephones, and mercury-containing items. South Brunswick residents only; proof of residency required.)
✓ Latex and oil-based paint, stains, varnishes, lacquers, thinners, aerosol paint (South Brunswick residents: every non-holiday Friday 8 AM–3:30 PM and the 4th Saturday 8 AM–12 PM. All Middlesex County residents: 4th Saturday 8 AM–12 PM.)
✓ Empty propane tanks (Accepted at the recycling center.)
✓ Scrap metal (All-metal items accepted at the recycling center.)
✓ Textiles (Clothing, fabric, sheets, and towels.)
✓ Used motor oil (Up to 5 gallons in a leak-proof container.)
✓ Tires (Via the Middlesex County tire program; residents only, up to 8 tires, see attendant before unloading.)
✓ Leaves, brush, and Christmas trees (Seasonal yard-waste drop-off accepted at the center.)
✓ Plastic containers (#1 and #2 only) (South Brunswick accepts only plastic types #1 and #2.)
✓ Steel and aluminum cans, glass bottles and jars, cardboard, paper, books, magazines (Accepted per the Township recycling guide.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Alkaline batteries
✕ Styrofoam / polystyrene
✕ Plastics #3–#7
✕ Contractor / commercial / trade waste
✕ Plastic bags, plastic plates, silverware, flower pots, toys, aluminum foil, drinking glasses, waxed paper, tissues/paper towels

Alkaline batteries should go in regular garbage; plastic packing peanuts can be taken to Mailboxes USA in South Brunswick Square Mall.

Fees

  • Tires (via Middlesex County program) — Free for residents (up to 8 tires)
  • Paint drop-off — Free for Middlesex County residents

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · South Brunswick Township residents only; no contractors. Proof of residency required for the computer and TV program. Air conditioners by appointment (732-329-4000 x7260). The center is behind the Municipal Building at Route 522 and Kingston Lane; closed on township holidays.

Programs & events

  • Computer & Television Recycling Drop-Off — 2nd Saturday of each month, 10 AM–2 PM; proof of South Brunswick residency required.
  • Paint & HHW drop-off (Middlesex County) — Residents may drop off paint every non-holiday Friday 8 AM–3:30 PM and the 4th Saturday 8 AM–12 PM.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours of the South Brunswick recycling center?

The recycling center is open Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and closed Sunday and on township holidays. Electronics and paint have their own separate schedules.

Can I drop off old appliances like a washer, stove, or refrigerator?

Yes. Washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters, refrigerators and freezers (with doors removed), and dehumidifiers are accepted. Air conditioners require an appointment — call Public Works at 732-329-4000 x7260.

When can I drop off paint?

South Brunswick residents may bring latex or oil-based paint, stains, varnishes, lacquers, thinners, and aerosol paint every non-holiday Friday from 8 AM to 3:30 PM, and on the 4th Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM. All Middlesex County residents are welcome on the 4th Saturday.

Do I need ID to drop off a TV or computer?

Yes. The Computer and Television Recycling Drop-Off Program requires proof of South Brunswick residency, and it runs the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10 AM to 2 PM.

What plastics are accepted?

Only plastic types #1 and #2. Plastics #3 through #7, Styrofoam, plastic bags, plates, silverware, and flower pots are not accepted.

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Contact & Location

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540 Ridge Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
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City / State
Monmouth Junction, New Jersey

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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