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Illinois recycled materials: market directory

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5415272
This market directory serves as a guide for recyclers desiring a comprehensive list of companies purchasing large volumes of residential and commercial post-consumer recyclables. Throughout the directory, recyclers are reminded to check with buyers regarding current-delivery schedules, requirements for material preparation and shipping, and to determine if buyers are actually purchasing the type of materials that you have to sell. In summary, this is a detailed guide to who is buying what and how they want it processed. But since market conditions and buying policies change, recyclers are cautioned to always contact buyers before shipping. The directory provides data on end manufacturers, major material processors, and brokers. It does not include a listing of collection centers for consumers to take recyclables nor does it include buyers of scrap iron and steel. That information is provided in the Directory of Illinois Recycling Centers, available from the Department of Energy and Natural Resources (ENR). Information was obtained primarily through telephone contacts with individual buyers.
Research Organization:
Illinois Dept. of Energy and Natural Resources, Springfield (USA). Office of Solid Waste and Renewable Resources
OSTI ID:
5415272
Report Number(s):
PB-88-160528/XAB; IL/ENR/RR-87/01
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English