Plan Your Galaxy Way Recycling Trip Before You Join the Scale Line
Concord Recycling Center at 1320 Galaxy Way accepts a wider mix than a basic bottle-and-can redemption site, including CRV containers, paper, cardboard, scrap metal and listed electronics.
The most useful trip-planning detail is easy to miss: the center says customers must already be in the parking-lot queue at least five minutes before closing. Material also needs to be clean and sorted before arrival.
Fast answer
Concord Recycling Center is at 1320 Galaxy Way, Concord, CA 94520. Its official facility page lists Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM and Sunday closed.
The center says you must be in the parking-lot queue five minutes before closing. Its current phone number is (925) 689-3900.
Do not treat 4:00 PM as the time to pull into Galaxy Way
The published rule is that customers must be in the parking-lot queue five minutes before the stated closing time. If you have a larger load that needs weighing or unloading, arrive earlier than that minimum.
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Concord Recycling Center Hours and Closing-Time Rule
| Day or situation | Official schedule | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM | Longer window for CRV, metal, paper and e-waste loads. |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM–2:00 PM | Shorter day; arrive earlier with a larger load. |
| Sunday | Closed | Do not plan a Sunday drop-off. |
| Closing queue | Be in line 5 minutes before closing | Being nearby at closing time is not enough. |
| Holidays | Closed for most holidays | Call before a holiday-week trip. |
Address and Local Directions
Official landmark guidance
The facility describes itself as being behind the Audi dealership and near the Highway 4 to Highway 242 route, just off the Concord Avenue exit.
What Concord Recycling Center Accepts
The center’s current recyclables page covers CRV beverage containers, electronics, aluminum, copper, steel, appliances, cardboard and several paper grades. It also says to call when an item is not clearly listed.
CRV containers
Green, amber/brown and clear beverage glass, PET plastic, HDPE plastic, aluminum cans and bimetal cans are listed.
Electronics
Computers, laptops, TVs, monitors, game systems, keyboards, components and several small electronics are listed, with pricing by inquiry.
Scrap metal
The center lists aluminum, copper, electrical wire, radiators, motors, transformers, vehicle parts and steel categories.
Cardboard
OCC — old corrugated cardboard — is included on the current paper/material list.
Paper
Newspaper and white/colored ledger paper are listed, while some mixed-paper grades have a published drop-off charge.
Not everything recyclable belongs here
Paint, chemicals, automotive fluids and other hazardous materials need an appropriate hazardous-waste route.
CRV Bottles and Cans: Clean, Empty and Sorted
Concord Recycling Center’s official material page says CRV loads must be sorted and empty. It also states that non-CRV items mixed into a CRV load will be returned to the customer.
How to identify an eligible CRV container
CalRecycle recommends checking the label for wording such as “CA CRV,” “California Redemption Value,” “California Cash Refund” or similar approved markings.
California CRV Refund Rates in 2026
California’s per-container refund value remains based primarily on container size, with a separate category for qualifying wine and distilled-spirit packaging.
Under 24 ounces
Eligible aluminum, glass, plastic or bimetal beverage containers under 24 ounces carry a 5-cent refund value.
24 ounces or larger
Eligible containers 24 ounces or larger carry a 10-cent refund value.
Specified wine/spirit packaging
Qualifying wine and distilled-spirit boxes, bladders and pouches have a 25-cent per-container category.
Current 2026 minimum by-weight rates
CalRecycle states that revised minimum per-pound rates took effect January 1, 2026. Examples include $1.66/lb for aluminum, $0.101/lb for glass, $1.46/lb for #1 PET and $0.67/lb for #2 HDPE.
CRV Payment by Count vs. Payment by Weight
CalRecycle says consumers can request payment by count for up to 50 CRV beverage containers of each standard material type per transaction.
| Material | Count-payment threshold | Above that level |
|---|---|---|
| Glass | Up to 50 | Larger CRV transactions are generally handled using applicable weight rules. |
| Aluminum | Up to 50 | Payment can be based on weight. |
| Plastic | Up to 50 | Payment can be based on weight. |
| Bimetal | Up to 50 | Payment can be based on weight. |
| Wine/spirit bag-in-box, pouch or carton | Up to 25 of each listed material type | Applicable weight-based rules may apply. |
Daily CRV load limits
CalRecycle currently lists daily limits of 100 pounds each for aluminum and plastic, 1,000 pounds for glass, 50 pounds for bag-in-box and 25 pounds each for multilayer pouches and paperboard cartons.
Scrap Metal: Aluminum, Copper and Steel
Concord Recycling Center handles more than CRV cans. Its current recyclables page lists numerous aluminum, copper and steel grades.
Aluminum
Listed categories include cast aluminum, old sheet, common alloy grades, wheels, foil, transmissions, engines and several other aluminum-bearing materials.
Copper and wire
Bright wire, #1 and #2 copper, bus bar, insulated wire, radiators, motors, transformers and other copper-bearing material are listed.
Steel
The site lists prepared and unprepared steel, tin/light steel, appliances, vehicle parts, engines and equipment.
Phone: (925) 689-3900
Cardboard and Paper Drop-Off Rules
Concord Recycling Center currently lists OCC cardboard, newspaper and ledger paper among its paper categories. However, the financial treatment varies by paper type.
| Paper category | Current facility listing | Preparation tip |
|---|---|---|
| OCC cardboard | No charge; facility says paid if over 200 lb. | Keep boxes dry, clean and free of loose trash. |
| Newspaper | No charge; paid if over 200 lb. | Keep paper dry and separated. |
| White and colored ledgers | No charge; paid if over 200 lb. | Remove obvious non-paper contamination. |
| Books and magazines | $0.04/lb drop-off charge shown on current facility page. | Call before a large paid drop-off to verify current charge. |
| Office files, old mail, phonebooks | $0.04/lb drop-off charge shown on current facility page. | Confirm whether sensitive records should be shredded elsewhere first. |
For a broader preparation guide, see the cardboard recycling center guide.
Electronics and E-Waste at Concord Recycling Center
The center’s current accepted-material page lists computers, laptops, towers, CPUs, TVs, monitors, screens, game consoles, keyboards, mice, motherboards, video cards, RAM, hard drives and several small appliances or electronic devices.
Protect your data first
Before dropping off a computer, laptop or hard drive, back up files you need and remove personal data using an appropriate erase or sanitization process.
For detailed preparation, use the laptop recycling center guide.
Paint, Chemicals and Other Household Hazardous Waste Need Another Facility
Concord Recycling Center should not be treated as the default destination for every difficult household item. Central San operates a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for eligible communities that include Concord.
Paint and chemicals
Use the appropriate household hazardous waste program rather than mixing these into ordinary recyclables.
Automotive fluids
Antifreeze and other hazardous automotive liquids need a designated route.
Pesticides and pool chemicals
These can be corrosive, toxic or reactive and require proper HHW handling.
Central San HHW facility
The current Central San household hazardous waste facility is at 4797 Imhoff Place, Martinez, CA 94553. Its current public information lists resident hours Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, with Sunday closed. Eligible Concord-area residents can use the program under its rules.
Concord Curbside Recycling Is a Different Service
If you are trying to solve a household collection problem rather than sell or drop off sorted recyclables, Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery provides Concord’s residential collection information.
Household batteries
MDRR’s current Concord guidance says customers can schedule household battery pickup using its required preparation method.
Used motor oil
Concord residential customers can request a motor-oil recycling kit and schedule pickup under MDRR’s program.
CFLs and special items
MDRR also publishes instructions for CFL pickup, sharps and other special-handling materials.
How to Prepare Your Load Before Driving to Galaxy Way
Does Concord Recycling Center Offer Pickup?
Yes. The center’s current official site says it offers off-site pickup in addition to on-site recycling.
Pickup availability is not shown as a universal free service or a fixed-price program. Contact the center with the material type, approximate quantity, pickup address and access conditions to request current details.
Phone: (925) 689-3900
Common Reasons a Galaxy Way Trip Goes Wrong
Arriving at the posted closing time
The center requires customers to already be in the parking-lot queue five minutes before closing.
Unsorted CRV
The facility instructs visitors to bring material clean and sorted, and CRV material must be empty.
Mixing non-CRV containers into CRV
The center says non-CRV items in a CRV load will be returned to the customer.
Bringing hazardous liquids
Paint, chemicals and similar hazardous waste belong in an appropriate HHW program rather than the ordinary recycling load.
Assuming e-waste is always free
The facility tells customers to inquire about e-waste pricing.
Using an old scrap price
Commodity values change. Call the facility when payout amount will affect your decision to make the trip.
Official Sources to Verify Before You Go
Concord Recycling Center Official Site
Use this for the current Galaxy Way address, phone number, general hours, pickup information and facility notices.
Open Concord Recycling CenterOfficial Recyclables List
Use this before loading CRV containers, e-waste, paper, cardboard, aluminum, copper or steel.
Check accepted materialsCalifornia Beverage Container Recycling Program
Use CalRecycle for current CRV eligibility, per-container refunds, by-weight rates and transaction limits.
Open CalRecycle CRV informationCentral San Household Hazardous Waste
Use this for household paint, chemicals, automotive fluids and other hazardous materials that should not be mixed with a normal recycling-center trip.
Open Central San HHW guidanceMt. Diablo Resource Recovery – Concord
Use this for Concord curbside collection, batteries, oil kits, CFLs, sharps and other residential-service questions.
Open Concord residential waste servicesConcord Recycling Center Map
The map below points to the verified Galaxy Way facility in Concord, California. Use it for navigation, but use the official facility page or phone number for current operational details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Concord Recycling Center?
Concord Recycling Center is at 1320 Galaxy Way, Concord, CA 94520.
What are Concord Recycling Center hours?
The official facility page currently lists Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Sunday closed.
Is Concord Recycling Center open on Saturday?
Yes. Saturday hours are currently listed as 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Is Concord Recycling Center open on Sunday?
No. Sunday is currently listed as closed.
How early do I need to arrive before closing?
The facility says customers must be in the parking-lot queue five minutes before the stated closing time. Arrive earlier for a large or complicated load.
What is the Concord Recycling Center phone number?
The official facility site lists (925) 689-3900.
Does Concord Recycling Center accept CRV bottles and cans?
Yes. Its current material list includes eligible glass, PET plastic, HDPE plastic, aluminum cans and bimetal cans. CRV containers must be empty and sorted.
How much is California CRV in 2026?
Eligible standard beverage containers under 24 ounces carry a 5-cent refund and containers 24 ounces or larger carry a 10-cent refund. Qualifying wine and distilled-spirit boxes, bladders and pouches have a separate 25-cent category.
Can I ask for CRV payment by count?
Yes. CalRecycle says customers may request count payment for up to 50 standard CRV containers of each material type per transaction, with separate 25-container limits for specified wine and distilled-spirit packaging types.
Does Concord Recycling Center accept cardboard?
Yes. Its current material list includes OCC cardboard. The facility asks customers to bring material clean and sorted.
Does Concord Recycling Center accept electronics?
Yes. Its current list includes computers, laptops, TVs, monitors, gaming equipment, computer components and several other electronics. The center says to inquire about e-waste pricing.
Does Concord Recycling Center accept scrap metal?
Yes. The center lists multiple aluminum, copper and steel categories, including wire, radiators, motors, wheels, appliances and vehicle-related metal.
Where should Concord residents take household hazardous waste?
Eligible Concord-area residents can use Central San’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for qualifying hazardous household materials. Check Central San’s current rules before visiting.
Does Concord Recycling Center offer pickup?
Yes. Its official website advertises off-site pickup. Contact the center for the current service area, quantity requirements and pricing.
Is Recycling-Centre.org operated by Concord Recycling Center?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent information guide and is not operated by Concord Recycling Center, CalRecycle, Central San or the City of Concord.