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About This Location

Columbia Recycling PDX is one of Portland's few facilities where you can drop off cardboard for free and sell scrap metal in the same trip, with Saturday hours for weekend convenience.

What this location Accepts

✓ Cardboard (clean, no plastic packing material mixed in)
✓ Scrap metal — ferrous (steel, iron)
✓ Scrap metal — non-ferrous (aluminum, copper, brass)

Related recycling guides: Appliances · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Beverage bottles and cans (CRV/deposit redemption not offered)
✕ Plastic packing material mixed with cardboard
✕ Electronics (e-waste)
✕ Household hazardous waste

Fees

  • Cardboard drop-off — Free

Access & restrictions

Scrap metal drop-offs: arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow time for processing and payment.

Programs & events

  • Drop-Box Service — Commercial drop-box containers available for businesses and contractors generating regular volumes of cardboard or scrap metal.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cardboard drop-off at Columbia Recycling PDX really free?

Yes. Clean cardboard is accepted at no charge. Keep it free of plastic packing materials, foam, or other contaminants — contaminated loads may be refused.

Does Columbia Recycling PDX accept bottles and cans for CRV redemption?

No. Columbia Recycling PDX explicitly does not accept bottles or cans for deposit/CRV redemption. For CRV redemption in Portland, contact Metro at 503-234-3000 to find a nearby redemption center.

What time should I arrive to sell scrap metal?

Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow time for the weighing and payment process. On Saturdays, the yard opens at 7:30 AM, making it a convenient option before the afternoon.

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Contact & Location

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11402 NE Marx St, Portland, OR 97220
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City / State
Portland, Oregon

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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