Recycling drop-off center

Newark DPW Headquarters (electronics drop-off)

62 Frelinghuysen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114

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Plan your visit

Operator: City of Newark Department of Public Works
Hours: Electronics: Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; lead-acid batteries Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Appointments: Not listed
Visit fees: Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it: Not listed.
Phone: (973) 733-3644

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Checked October 26, 2026

Newark DPW: Trash and Bulk Collection Schedule (opens in new tab) · City of Newark Department of Public Works
- Newark DPW is at 62 Frelinghuysen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114; phone (973) 733-3644. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics (computers, TV, etc.) can be dropped off for recycling at Newark DPW Headquarters, 62 Frelinghuysen Ave, Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sat 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
Newark DPW: What We Pick Up (opens in new tab) · City of Newark Department of Public Works
- Lead-acid batteries (household and car) should be dropped off at 62 Frelinghuysen Ave, Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The What We Pick Up page calls the site the Essex County Electronic Recycling Depot at 62 Frelinghuysen Ave. Checked October 26, 2026.

“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.

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