The prices listed below are state average prices paid by scrap yards in Rhode Island RI, United States.

All Scrap Metal Prices Updated as of

TOP Yards in Rhode Island

1

Aluminum & Copper Recycling

Proudly Serving Rhode Island and areas throughout New England

5.0

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2

Berger Recycling

Berger Recycling provides turnkey systems for the collection and purchase of recyclable materials.

4.8

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3

Metal Services LLC

Metal Services, LLC is a scrap metal recycling company located at 199 Branch Avenue in Providence, RI.

4.8

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Rhode Island Scrap Metal Laws

Payment Restrictions

Rhode Island does NOT have special payment restrictions.

Fingerprinting

Rhode Island does not require fingerprints.

Video Recording

Rhode Island does not require video recordings.

Tag and Hold

Rhode Island requires yards to tag-and-hold certain materials for a period of time to give law enforcement time to locate possibly stolen material matching that description.

License Scanning:

Rhode Island requires each customers drivers license, ID card, consulate ID or passport to be scanned and kept on file.

Vehicle Descriptions

Rhode Island does not require vehicle information to be recorded.

Taking Photographs of Materials

Rhode Island does not require images to be taken of materials. However, it is always a good idea for law enforcement.

Taking Photographs of Customers Faces

Rhode Island does not require facial photographs. However, it is always a good idea for law enforcement.

Notify Law Enforcement

Rhode Island does not require law enforcement notification.

NMVTIS Reporting

ALL STATES, not just Rhode Island are required to report vehicle purchases to NMVTIS through services like Add123.com

Legal Mandates

Updated January 2014

State Requirements

In order to sell scrap metal, sellers will be required to:

         ·            Present and allow a photocopy of a driver’s license or state ID card;

         ·            Sign a statement indicating that they are the owner of or are authorized to sell the metal;

         ·            Sign a statement that they have not been convicted of metal theft. 

Buyer’s must:

• Record vehicle license plate number of sellers vehicle used to transport scrap
• Keep a record of sellers name, address, phone number and date of sale
• All sales tickets must have date and time of the sale, as well as the name of the clerk completing the sale.
  • Must also show the weight, quantity and/or volume of the material
  • Sales tickets must show dollar amount paid to seller.
  • Sales tickets must be signed by the seller.  Seller will receive a copy of the receipt and buyer will retain a copy.

         ·            Buyer must report purchased vehicle information to NMVTIS

         ·            Tag and hold policies are in effect for precious metals and catalytic converters for up to 14 days.

NOTE:  Please be aware of your local ordinances.  Many cities and counties have additional ordinances that may not be listed here.

Keep records, certifications, registrations, etc. on site for 2 years.

Scrap recyclers must maintain a record of all purchases for a minimum of two years and is subject to inspection by any law enforcement at any time. There is a 14-day tag-and-hold policy when notified by law enforcement to do so.

Links to Other Important Information for Rhode Island Salvage/Recycling

Auto-Parts Salvage/Recycling

·         Tires – http://www.dem.ri.gov/pubs/regs/regs/waste/swrg97_5.pdf

·         State EPA on scrap – http://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/states/ri.html

·         State laws on scrap yards – http://www.dbr.ri.gov/documents/divisions/commlicensing/autowrecking/Commercial_Licensing_Regulation_6.pdf