What We Accept

H&C Metals accepts all ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as electronic scrap.

Ferrous Metals

Ferrous Metals

Ferrous indicates the presence of iron. Ferrous metals are magnetic. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

  • Light Iron
    • Sheet Metal
    • Duct Work
    • HVAC Equipment
    • Metal Studs
  • Appliances
    • Refrigerators
    • Freezers
    • Washers
    • Dryers
    • Hot Water Heaters
  • Heavy Steel
    • Machinery
    • Car Parts
    • Construction Materials (Beams, etc.)
  • Cast Iron
  • Steel Cans

To see examples of ferrous metals we accept,
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Nonferrous Metals

Nonferrous Metals

Metals and alloys that are non-iron-based metals and are non-magnetic. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

  • Aluminum Siding
  • Misc. Clean Aluminum Scrap such as
    auto/truck rims
  • Aluminum with Steel attachments (Irony Aluminum)
  • Aluminum Cans (UBC’s)
  • Cast Aluminum
  • Extruded Aluminum
  • Aluminum Copper Radiators
  • Brass
  • Bare Bright Copper
  • No. 1 Copper
  • No. 2 Copper
  • Light Copper (flashing)
  • Auto & Truck Radiators
  • Auto, Truck & Industrial Batteries
  • Lead
  • Stainless Steel (some types are magnetic)
  • High Temperature Alloys
  • Insulated Wire (Aluminum or Copper)
  • Steel/Aluminum BX Cable
  • Electric Motors
  • Turnings
  • Misc. Auto parts such as Catalytic Converters

To see examples of non-ferrous metals we accept, View Our Photo Gallery >>

Electronic and Computer Scrap

Electronic and
Computer Scrap

E-waste is defined as obsolete or outdated technological devices commonly used in offices, homes, and mobile environments. This includes:

  • CPU Towers and Servers
  • Circuit Boards/Mother Boards
  • Laptop Computers
  • Cell Phones
  • Routers and Hubs
  • Disc Drives and Power Supply
  • Testing Equipment

To see examples of E-Scrap we accept,
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H&C Metals is committed to sharing its responsibility to remove electronic scrap from the solid waste stream. To
accomplish this, we qualified
as a NJ DEP-approved
hauler of computer and
electronic scrap (E-Scrap).

What We Don't Accept
  • Asbestos
  • Broken Batteries
  • Combustible, flammable or explosive materials
  • Concrete
  • Dirt
  • Firearms and Munitions (Except by prior arrangement)
  • Free-Flowing Liquids or non-metallic solids
  • Glass
  • Material with “HAZMAT” markings or images
  • Material with “Radioactive” markings or images
  • PCB’s/Capacitors
  • Radioactive material
  • Rocks
  • Rubber
  • Solid Waste
  • Unopened, Sealed or pressurized Containers such as propane tanks, fire extinguishers, commercial/home heating tanks, acetylene tanks
  • Wood