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Northstar Recycling Inc.
15717 Forest Blvd N Hugo MN 55038 USA
4 (141 reviews)
scrap metalferrous metalsnon-ferrous metals
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Before you haul it to a scrap yard, get a real cash offer in about 2 minutes. Free pickup, any condition, even if it doesn't run. No haggling.
- Firm offer locked for 7 days, with no bait-and-switch or haggling
- Free pickup & towing, as soon as today
- Any car, any condition. No title? Still fine
- No account or phone calls just to see your number
About this center
Northstar Recycling (NRI) is a scrap metal recycling center in Hugo, MN, serving the Twin Cities area. The facility buys ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, brass and stainless steel, precious and specialty metals, and items like car batteries, catalytic converters and electric motors, using on-site digital scales and metal analyzers to price loads. Drive-up and walk-up drop-off is open to the general public as well as contractors, plumbers and electricians, and NRI also offers aluminum can redemption, container pickup and delivery, and turnkey recycling programs for commercial and industrial customers. Winter hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with limited Saturday hours.
Materials accepted & services
Services offered
- Drive-up and walk-up scrap metal drop-off
- On-site digital scales and metal analyzers
- Aluminum can redemption (Cans for Cash)
- Container pickup and delivery for commercial and industrial customers
- Turnkey industrial recycling (metal, wood, plastic, paper, cardboard)
- Free on-site industrial recycling assessment
- Recycling stream training for industrial teams
- Demolition services
- Fundraising partnerships and can collectors for community groups
Areas served
Hugo, MNTwin Cities, MNSt. Paul, MN
Not accepted
Full vehiclesFull cylinders (gas tanks, propane tanks, pressurized cylinders must be cut in half)RefrigeratorsFreezersAC units with Freon and compressor (compressor must be drilled and drained)MicrowavesTelevisionsLithium or alkaline batteriesLiquids (oil, gas, Freon)Cardboard, plastic, and paperTiresWoodSteel tension cable
Frequently asked questions
What metals does NRI accept?
NRI accepts ferrous metals (sheet iron, plate steel, cast iron, motor blocks, turnings), non-ferrous metals (aluminum cans, auto rims, copper, brass, stainless steel), precious and specialty metals (gold, silver, platinum, tantalum, Inconel), and miscellaneous items like car batteries, catalytic converters, electric motors, alternators, and titanium.
What are NRI's hours?
Winter hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Saturday hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Saturdays closed January through March). Gates close 15 minutes before operating hours end.
Can the general public drop off scrap metal?
Yes. NRI accepts scrap metal from the general public as well as service providers such as contractors, plumbers, and electricians, and works with commercial and industrial businesses on larger loads. Drive-up and walk-up service is available.
What does NRI not accept?
NRI does not take full vehicles, refrigerators, freezers, microwaves, televisions, tires, wood, lithium or alkaline batteries, liquids, or non-metal recyclables like cardboard, plastic, and paper. Full cylinders must be cut in half, and AC unit compressors must be drilled and drained.
What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?
EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110003765863 for NORTHSTAR RECYCLING LLC at 15717 FOREST BLVD N, HUGO, MN. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2016-06-02. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.
Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?
The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: AIRS/AFS:27163R0002, ICIS:1000005041, MN-TEMPO:14120, RCRAINFO:MND051727592. Recorded program interests: AIR MINOR, ENFORCEMENT/COMPLIANCE ACTIVITY, STATE MASTER, VSQG. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2016-06-02. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.
What industry classifications appear in the EPA facility record?
NAICS code(s): 042393, 423930. Description(s): RECYCLABLE MATERIAL MERCHANT WHOLESALERS. SIC code(s): 5093. Description(s): SCRAP AND WASTE MATERIALS National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2016-06-02. These are recorded industry classifications, not a list of materials accepted today.
Which FMCSA business names and USDOT number match this address?
FMCSA’s Company Census file updated October 31, 2026 lists legal name NORTHSTAR RECYCLING LLC, USDOT 2912022, at 15717 FOREST BLVD N, HUGO, MN 55038. The census record status is A (Active). Its recorded MCS-150 form date is 2025-12-16. This is a matched entity-registration record, not proof of site ownership, current operating authority, recycling permits or customer services. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/Trucking-and-Motorcoaches/Company-Census-File/az4n-8mr2
What fleet and driver figures are reported in the matched FMCSA entity record?
The active FMCSA census row for NORTHSTAR RECYCLING LLC (USDOT 2912022) reports 9 power units, 9 trucks, 7 drivers. Its recorded MCS-150 form date is 2025-12-16; that is a form date, not independent confirmation that each count was measured on that date. The file snapshot was updated October 31, 2026. These are reported totals for the registered entity, which can cover multiple yards or operations; they are not equipment kept at this listing, total employees, verified current fleet size or available hauling capacity. Power-unit and truck counts overlap and must not be added together. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/Trucking-and-Motorcoaches/Company-Census-File/az4n-8mr2
What FMCSA vehicle inspection history matches this registered carrier?
FMCSA’s vehicle inspection file retrieved October 31, 2026 contains 13 reviewed records matching USDOT 2912022 and the current registered legal/DBA name for NORTHSTAR RECYCLING LLC, dated 2023-12-14 through 2025-07-17. 13 matched reports have a positive VIOL_TOTAL field and 4 have a positive OOS_TOTAL field. Across these distinct reports, the source VIOL_TOTAL values sum to 46 and OOS_TOTAL values sum to 6; these are reported inspection-level counts. This is the observed subset of a three-year file, not a lifetime total. The history concerns the registered carrier’s vehicles/operations, not inspections of this recycling facility. An out-of-service violation at an inspection does not establish a current carrier-wide shutdown or present safety status. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/Trucking-and-Motorcoaches/Vehicle-Inspection-File/fx4q-ay7w
Which individually linked vehicle-inspection violation records are available?
Selected reported inspection examples for USDOT 2912022: inspection 84596478, report 1675000050, 2025-04-29, source VIOL_TOTAL 19, OOS_TOTAL 0; linked examples 393.207C-SBML: Suspension - Broken main leaf spring (source OOS indicator Y); 392.2-SLLEQP: State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. (source OOS indicator Y). inspection 83373745, report 1644000513, 2024-12-05, source VIOL_TOTAL 6, OOS_TOTAL 3; linked examples 393.75A3-TAOL: Tires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS (source OOS indicator Y); 393.45D-BAAL: Air Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection (source OOS indicator Y). inspection 83474940, report 2690000314, 2024-12-18, source VIOL_TOTAL 5, OOS_TOTAL 1; linked examples 393.134B-CRHLC: Roll-on/Roll-off/Hook Lift Containers - Improper securement of a roll-on/roll-off and hook lift container (source OOS indicator Y); 393.9A-LHLI: Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative (source OOS indicator N). Codes, descriptions and indicators are reproduced from the linked inspection records. The companion detail-row count can differ from inspection-level totals and is not used to recompute them. Component totals are not added together. These are historical recorded inspection entries, not court findings, a current violation determination or a carrier safety rating. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/w/876r-jsdb/m7rw-edbr?cur=EgbP04eyHt3
Is Northstar Recycling Inc. open on Saturday?
Yes. Northstar Recycling Inc. is open 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Northstar Recycling Inc. open on Sunday?
Northstar Recycling Inc. lists itself as closed on Sundays. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.
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Plainsman 576
8 months ago
We were there today at 11:30am. Went into the aluminum can bay. Had 40 lbs. Helper weigher didn't speak English but we communicated and when done took me to the digital scale readout to verify. Impressive received cash and left. Cash guy called me by name per the name form. Only name was required. We're going back when have enough cans. An amazing amount of recycled product and many rules if you bring in a catalytic converter
josh mahoney
4 months ago
Been going here for many years. Staff are usually minimally helpful. Just hope someone makes eye contact. They really need someone to manage the customers. Today I was here early first in line on the scale. Watched the crane operator fill a semi for 30 min before I left. Nobody acknowledged me. Trying a new place today.
Reagan Anderson
5 months ago
I’m sorry to say but I will no longer be coming here due to the rude customer service I received on Friday November first at 10am . I will be sure to look elsewhere. Thank you for rudely speaking to me and wasting my time I appreciate you arrogantly hustling people. That says a lot about this place.
Location & directions
Northstar Recycling Inc.
15717 Forest Blvd N Hugo MN 55038 USA
Hugo, MN
45.177822°N, 92.987197°W
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