Acme Iron & Metal

Recycling Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico

📍 6142 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
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About This Location

Acme Iron & Metal at 6142 2nd St NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico is the main yard of the largest scrap-metal recycler in the state, a family-owned operation with more than 100 employees. The yard pays cash for ferrous and non-ferrous metals and runs a 5,000-horsepower car shredder for end-of-life vehicles. Sellers must bring a driver's license to be paid for their load.

What Acme Iron & Metal Accepts

✓ Ferrous metals (heavy melt, busheling, plate and structural steel, cast iron, turnings)
✓ Appliances, electric motors, tin
✓ Copper (wire, tubing, insulated copper wire)
✓ Aluminum (cans, sheet, cast, extrusions, wheels including chrome-plated)
✓ Brass, stainless steel and nickel alloys, lead
✓ Batteries
✓ Automobile bodies (Must have title with no liens; processed through on-site car shredder)

Related recycling guides: Batteries · Appliances

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste, asbestos, radioactive or flammable materials
✕ Refrigerants (CFCs/HCFCs), PCB capacitors/ballasts, mercury switches
✕ Tires, paint cans, liquids, Ni-Cad batteries, beer kegs, street signs
✕ Televisions, microwaves, copiers, fax machines
✕ Glass, wood, concrete, dirt, plastic, garbage

Acme rejects hazardous, radioactive and flammable materials, refrigerants, PCB-containing items, tires, liquids, electronics and non-metallic materials to comply with state and federal regulations.

Access & restrictions

public-buyer · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Walk-in scrap sellers welcome; a valid driver's license is required to process payment for a load. Vehicle sellers need a clear title.

Programs & events

  • Can fundraisers
  • Auto shredding

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Acme Iron & Metal buy in Albuquerque?

Acme buys ferrous metals (steel, cast iron, appliances, motors) and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, brass, stainless, lead and batteries. It also shreds end-of-life vehicles with a clear title.

Do I need an ID to sell scrap to Acme Iron & Metal?

Yes. You must bring a valid driver's license to process payment for your load, consistent with New Mexico scrap-metal reporting rules.

What are Acme Iron & Metal's hours?

The main yard at 6142 2nd St NW is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM (winter hours), closed Sunday. Hours can shift seasonally, so call 505-345-2457 to confirm.

Does Acme Iron & Metal accept appliances or refrigerators?

Appliances and electric motors are accepted, but refrigerants (CFCs/HCFCs) and mercury switches are not, so cooling units must have refrigerant removed. Tires, televisions, microwaves and liquids are also refused.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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Contact & Location

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6142 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
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Albuquerque, New Mexico

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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