Recyclable Materials
A list of what we do and do not accept
Materials We DO NOT Accept:
(For Your Safety and Ours)
Non-Metallics
Plastic, Concrete, Wood, Glass, Dirt, and Solid Waste
Flammable, Hazardous, Bio-Hazardous, Infectious, and Toxic Materials
Antifreeze, Asbestos, Fuel, Oil, PCBs, Paint, Pesticides, and Solvents
Compressed Gas Cylinders and Sealed Containers
Propane Tanks, Oxygen Tanks, Chlorine Tanks, Sealed Barrels, Drums, and Tanks
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Batteries from Electric Vehicles, Portable Power Tools, E-bikes and Scooters, and other similar rechargeable products
Radioactive Materials and Sources
Uranium, Thorium, Potassium
Refrigerant-Containing Scrap
Freon and other refrigerants must be removed prior to arriving at our facility
Unauthorized and Restricted Scrap
In accordance with Pennsylvania state law, we cannot purchase kegs, railroad material, manhole covers, fire hydrants, and grave markers, unless they are sold by a business or entity that would have a legitimate reason to rightfully own the property being sold. Additionally, we can only purchase detached catalytic converters from registered businesses.
Firearms and Explosive Scrap
Guns, Unspent Ammunition, and Ordinance
Items We Accept
Brenner Recycling accepts a wide range of recyclable items. The following lists are representative, though not exhaustive, of the recyclable materials we accept. If you have any questions, about specific scrap materials, please don’t hesitate to call or email us for more information.
Please note: Pennsylvania state law mandates that we record a valid, government-issued photo identification from our customers for all transactions. Additionally, all vehicle transactions require a title and the presence of all persons listed.
Ferrous Metals
(Metals that contain iron and stick to a magnet)
Examples Include:
- Light Iron and Sheet Metal
- Appliances
- Cast Iron
- Heavy Scrap Iron
- Motor Blocks
- Vehicles – with or without motors
- Rebar
- Wrought Iron
- Structural Steel
- Scrap machinery and construction equipment
Nonferrous Metals:
(Metals that do not stick to a magnet)
Examples include:
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Lead
- Auto, Truck, and Industrial Batteries (Lead-Acid Only)
- Stainless Steel
- Nickel
- Carbide
- Zinc and Die Cast
Cardboard and Electronics
Fees may be charged based on market conditions to accept these items.
Examples include:
- Cardboard – Must be clean and free of trash and other debris.
- Computers
- Computer Mice and Keyboards
- Computer Printers
- Televisions and Computer Monitors
