Microwave Recycling in Montclair, NJ

Microwaves are not bulky waste in Montclair, but the Saturday electronics drop-off at the Public Works Yard accepts them.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a microwave in Montclair

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MontclairNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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Book online, set out your microwave and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.
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Montclair Public Works Yard (electronics drop-off)Drop-off · 219 North Fullerton Avenue, MontclairMontclair residentsCost not listed
Where
219 North Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
Hours
Electronics drop-off Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Cost & rules
Microwaves
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
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Places that don’t take microwaves (2)

Essex County Computer and Electronics (e-Waste) Recycling Days · Essex County
Montclair bulky waste collection · Montclair

Before you go

Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.

More about microwaves

New Jersey rules

Electronics inside a microwave oven are excluded from covered electronic devices, so microwaves are not part of the e-waste program. Source: P.L.2016, c.87: Amendments to the Electronic Waste Management Act (approved January 9, 2017) (opens in new tab)
Under the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act (P.L.1987, c.102, as amended), each county adopts a district recycling plan to implement the State Recycling Plan goals. Source: P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab)

More New Jersey rules (4)

Each county plan designates the materials every municipality must source separate: leaves plus at least three other recyclable materials. The statute does not name a fixed statewide list beyond leaves. Source: P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab)
Municipalities adopt recycling ordinances under the county plan and may limit collection of designated recyclables to set hours. Source: P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab)
Statutory targets: recycle at least 50% of the municipal solid waste stream and 60% of the total solid waste stream (by 1995). Source: P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab)
The Dry Cell Battery Management Act requires counties to include used dry cell battery collection in their existing household hazardous waste collection programs. Source: N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.60 Dry Cell Battery Management Act: findings, declarations (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (13)

Where this information comes from

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ECUA: Computer and Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Essex County Utilities Authority
- ECUA e-waste days are free to Essex County residents with proof of residency; residents are not charged any fees. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Microwave ovens are not accepted at e-waste days. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Commercial and large-quantity users may not drop off items. Checked October 26, 2026.
Township of Montclair: Computers and Electronics Drop-Off (opens in new tab) · Township of Montclair
- Computers and electronics may be dropped off at the Public Works Yard, 219 No. Fullerton Avenue, Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; residents only, no businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Small portable household appliances accepted include blenders, toasters, toaster ovens and microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.
Township of Montclair: Bulky Waste Collection (opens in new tab) · Township of Montclair
- A maximum of three large household items such as mattresses, box springs, bathtubs, sinks, commodes, bureaus and tables may be left at the curb. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Household appliances (white goods) are not bulky waste; call 973-509-5711 for a collection appointment. Consumer electronics and microwave ovens are also unacceptable as bulk. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
P.L.2016, c.87: Amendments to the Electronic Waste Management Act (approved January 9, 2017) (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature
- Electronics inside a microwave oven are excluded from covered electronic devices, so microwaves are not part of the e-waste program. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature
- Under the Mandatory Source Separation and Recycling Act (P.L.1987, c.102, as amended), each county adopts a district recycling plan to implement the State Recycling Plan goals. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Each county plan designates the materials every municipality must source separate: leaves plus at least three other recyclable materials. The statute does not name a fixed statewide list beyond leaves. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Municipalities adopt recycling ordinances under the county plan and may limit collection of designated recyclables to set hours. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
- Statutory targets: recycle at least 50% of the municipal solid waste stream and 60% of the total solid waste stream (by 1995). Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.60 Dry Cell Battery Management Act: findings, declarations (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature (Office of Legislative Services)
- The Dry Cell Battery Management Act requires counties to include used dry cell battery collection in their existing household hazardous waste collection programs. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check).

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