Recycling centers differ significantly in the specific materials they accept, whether they pay for scrap metals or charge tipping fees for general waste, and their drive-through layout. A map pin shows the facility's location, but it won't tell you if they take residential drop-offs, accept bulk commercial loads, or require materials to be pre-sorted.
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Compton Recycling Center #2
1900 W Rosecrans Ave, Compton, CA 90220-1015
Mon–Sat 9am–4:45pm, Sun closed
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Ontiveros Recycling
312 W Rosecrans Ave, Compton, CA 90222-4000
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World Oil Recycling
2000 N Alameda St, Compton, CA 90222
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FNG Recycling Corp
2711 N Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90222
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Ekono recycling center
1940 N Bullis Rd #1238, Compton, CA 90221
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System Solding Usa Inc.
18221 S Susana Rd, Compton, CA 90221-5522
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Good to know
Do recycling centers pay cash for materials?
Facilities typically pay by weight for scrap metals like copper, aluminum cans, and catalytic converters. Standard household items like cardboard, mixed paper, and glass are usually drop-off only without compensation.
How do I need to prepare my items before dropping them off?
Most centers require scrap metals to be clean and separated by material type to get the best payout rate. Cardboard should generally be flattened, and containers should be rinsed of any food or chemical liquids.
Can I bring hazardous household waste or electronics?
Specialized drop-off centers or municipal transfer stations often accept e-waste and paint, but standard scrap yards rarely do. You often need to schedule a specific hazardous waste drop-off day depending on regional rules.