Urban Metal Recycling Inc

Recycling Center in Brooklyn, New York

📍 8701 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
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📞 +1 718-629-1371 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Urban Metal Recycling Inc is a licensed scrap-metal processor at 8701 Ditmas Ave in Brooklyn (East New York/Canarsie area), part of the Scrap King USA group. It buys metal from the public and pays cash by weight, advertising top-dollar prices and fast service. As a New York scrap processor it is regulated by the state Department of Environmental Conservation. Under New York law, sellers of scrap metal must present a valid photo ID, so bring identification when you bring in material.

What Urban Metal Recycling Inc Accepts

✓ Ferrous metal (Iron and steel scrap bought by weight (general scrap-metal buying; specific grade list not published for this site).)
✓ Non-ferrous metal (Copper, aluminum, brass and similar metals (standard for a licensed scrap processor; confirm current grades and pricing by phone).)

What they do not accept

This is a scrap-metal buyer, not a household-recycling or e-waste drop-off. It does not handle curbside recyclables, household hazardous waste or the 5-cent bottle deposit. Call before bringing appliances with refrigerant (freon) or items with hazardous components.

Access & restrictions

public-buyer · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Buys scrap metal from the public for cash by weight. New York State law (General Business Law Article 29) requires scrap sellers to present valid photo ID and record the transaction; expect to show ID.

Programs & events

  • Container / roll-off service

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Urban Metal Recycling pay cash for scrap metal?

Yes. It buys metal from the public and pays cash by weight, advertising top-dollar, fast-service prices. Prices change with the metals market, so call (718) 629-1371 for a current quote.

Do I need ID to sell scrap metal in Brooklyn?

Yes. New York State law requires scrap-metal dealers to record the seller's valid photo ID for each transaction, so bring a government-issued ID.

What are Urban Metal Recycling's hours?

Directory listings show Monday through Saturday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed Sunday. Confirm by phone, since yard hours can change.

Can I bring household recycling or electronics here?

No. This is a scrap-metal yard, not a municipal recycling or e-waste drop-off. Bring metal only, and call ahead about appliances that contain refrigerant.

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

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Contact & Location

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8701 Ditmas Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236
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City / State
Brooklyn, New York

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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