Accepted Materials
We Buy All Metals & CRV Beverages
From beverage containers to old appliances, we buy it all, and we’re dedicated to keeping our Earth clean.
CRV BEVERAGES
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WHAT IS CRV?
California Refund Value (CRV) is a fee paid by consumers when they purchase beverages from a retailer. Consumers collect their California Refund Value (CRV) when they redeem the containers at a certified recycling center such as McCoy Recycling.
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WHAT'S ELIGIBLE?
State law requires recycling centers to pay CRV for loads that contain ONLY eligible CRV containers. Non-CRV material must be removed from the load, or we may reject the load or pay only scrap value for the material.
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Containers that are not properly labeled with "CA CRV", "CA Cash Refund", or "CA Redemption Value", are non-eligible.
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ELIGIBLE
Water, Fruit drinks, and soft drinks
Coffee, Tea, and Energy drinks
Beer and Malt Beverages
Wine Coolers
100% Fruit Juice less than 46 oz.
Vegetable Juice 16 oz. or less
NON-ELIGIBLE
Milk
Wine
Spirits
Food & Non-Beverage
100% Fruit Juice 46 oz. or more
Vegetable Juice more than 16 oz.
CalRecycle requires all recycling centers to collect a
PRINTED NAME AND SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR ALL CRV TRANSACTIONS
CA State ID required for CRV transactions of $100 or more in CRV value
NON-FERROUS METALS
NON MAGNETIC AND CONTAINS NO IRON
2 LB MINIMUM
Non-Ferrous metals have been used for thousands of years for their high resistance to rust and corrosion, and are known for their malleability. Non-ferrous metals include Copper, Aluminum, Brass, and Stainless Steel, as well as precious metals like Gold and Silver. These metals are usually non-magnetic, making them ideal for electronics and wiring applications.
COPPER
Red-orange, soft, malleable, ductile and has very high electrical and thermal conductivity. Commonly used in electrical and plumbing. Most valuable of the common non-ferrous metals.
CATEGORIES
Bright and Shiny Wire
#1 Copper
#2 Copper
Insulated Copper Wire
Contaminated Copper
BRASS
Alloy of copper and zinc. Goldish-yellow, goldish-red or goldish-silver in color depending on the alloy. Malleable, ductile, and corrosion resistant. Commonly used in musical instruments, plumbing, locks, and ammunition.
CATEGORIES
Red Brass
Yellow Brass
Low Grade Faucets
Brass Shells
Contaminated Brass
ALUMINUM
Silvery-white in color, lightweight, soft, and low strength. Easily cast, forged, machined, and extruded. Commonly used in transportation, construction, electrical, and consumer goods.
CATEGORIES
Aluminum Sheet
Aluminum Cast
Aluminum Clip/Plate
Aluminum Extruded
Painted Aluminum
Contaminated Aluminum
OTHERS
ZINC
Bluish-silver in color, commonly used to galvanize iron or steel and in making brasses and alloys for diecasting.
LEAD
Bluish-gray in color, very soft, heavyweight, highly malleable, ductile, and corrosion-resistant. Commonly used in batteries, weights, and bullets.
MISCELLANEOUS
Radiators, Electric Motors, AC Units, Compressors, Ballasts, Transormers, Catalytic Converters, and Lead Batteries
UNCOMMON METALS
Titanium, Tungsten, Nickel, Inconel, Invar, and Colbalt
STATE ISSUED ID REQUIRED FOR ALL METAL TRANSACTIONS
Mandatory 3 day hold on tickets of $20 or more in non-ferrous value for non-commercial customers.
FERROUS METALS
MAGNETIC AND MADE OF MOSTLY IRON
2 LB MINIMUM
Ferrous metals are known for their strength and durability. Steel and iron are some of the most recycled metal commodities in the world with more than 90 million tons recycled per year. Common Ferrous metals include wrought iron, cast iron, alloy steel, and carbon steel.
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HMS - HEAVY MELTING STEEL ​
DESCRIPTION
EXAMPLES
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The specification for #1 HMS is for pieces that are cut to under 4’ by 2’ and are more than ¼” thick.
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Must not contain any contaminants.
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Brake rotors and drums
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Exercise weights
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Iron pots and pans
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Wrenches and sockets
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Nuts and blots
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Auto parts
UNPREPARED STEEL
DESCRIPTION
EXAMPLES
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Iron or steel larger than 4 feet and smaller than 18 feet.
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Must not contain any contaminants.
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May contain small amounts of non-ferrous attachments.
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Wrought iron and chain link fence
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Storage cabinets and lockers
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Warehouse racking
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Garage doors
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Machinery
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Long pipe or beams
TIN - LIGHT IRON - APPLIANCES
DESCRIPTION
EXAMPLES
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Light gauge iron and steel less than 1/8 inch in thickness.
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Iron and steel that contains contaminants such as wood, rubber, fabric, and plastic.
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Household appliances
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Refrigerator, washer, microwave, etc.
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Water heaters
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Tin food cans
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Bicycles
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Brake Pads
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Exercise equipment
STAINLESS STEEL
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300 SERIES STAINLESS - NON MAGNETIC
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Contains Chromium, Nickel, Molybdenum, and Iron
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Commonly used in automotive, aerospace, and construction industries
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316 is used in high heat and petrochemical applications.
400 SERIES STAINLESS
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Magnetic - contains Chromium and Manganese with high amounts of Carbon
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Commonly used in kitchenware, appliances and industrial equipment
300, 316 AND 400 ARE THE MOST COMMON
We purchase other types and grades of stainless steel as well.
STATE ISSUED ID REQUIRED FOR ALL METAL TRANSACTIONS
Mandatory 3 day hold on tickets of $20 or more in non-ferrous value
E-WASTE
ELECTRONIC WASTE
WHAT IS E-WASTE?
E-waste, also known as electronic waste, is the phrase used for all unwanted electronic devices or Cathode Ray Tubes (known as CRTs), and is classified as universal waste. E-waste often contains hazardous materials, typically lead and mercury. E-waste is produced by businesses, households, governments, and industries, and because of ongoing advancements with technology, many tech devices become obsolete in a short period of time creating a surplus of materials classified as E-Waste. Due to the hazardous materials within these devices, it is imperative to dispose of E-Waste correctly, as sending E-Waste to landfills can have detrimental effects on the local environment.
ELIGIBLE
Old CRT tube televisions
LCD, OLED, and plasma televisions
LCD monitors, smart displays, and tablets
Laptops with LCD monitors
OLED desktop monitors, laptops, and tablets
Computers, computer monitors, and printers
VCRs
Portable DVD players with video screens
Cell phones and telephones
Radios
NON-ELIGIBLE
Refrigerators