Tyre Recycling for Sydney Workshops, Fleets & Retailers
Licensed collection of passenger, truck and off-the-road tyres — processed into crumb rubber, tyre-derived fuel and civil engineering material instead of stockpiling or landfilling.
End-of-life tyres collected and processed into recycled rubber products
What Is Tyre Recycling?
Tyre recycling is the licensed collection and processing of end-of-life tyres — passenger and light truck tyres, heavy vehicle and truck tyres, and off-the-road (OTR) tyres from plant and machinery. Collected tyres are transported to a licensed processing facility where they're shredded and processed into crumb rubber, tyre-derived fuel (TDF), or material used in civil engineering and road applications, rather than being stockpiled or landfilled.
Clean Waste supplies scheduled or on-call tyre collection across Sydney for workshops, tyre retailers, fleets and industrial sites, alongside your other waste and recycling streams under one account — with a free site assessment to confirm the right collection setup for your volume.
Stockpiled Tyres Are a Fire and Compliance Risk
Tyres left to pile up on site create serious fire, pest and environmental risks — and most NSW councils regulate how many can be stored.
Don't let end-of-life tyres accumulate on site
Large tyre stockpiles are difficult to extinguish if they catch fire, attract vermin and mosquitoes, and can breach NSW EPA storage limits for tyre facilities. A regular collection schedule keeps your site compliant and avoids the buildup altogether.
Tyre Recycling That Actually Gets Recycled
A collection service only works if tyres are genuinely processed, not stockpiled elsewhere or exported unchecked.
From Workshop to Recycled Rubber
Here's what happens to your end-of-life tyres after collection.
Free Site Assessment
We review your tyre volume, mix and storage setup to recommend the right collection plan.
Storage Setup
Cages, bays or bulk bins are set up where useful, so tyres are ready for pick-up.
Scheduled Collection
Tyres are collected on schedule, or on-call for one-off clear-outs, and transported to a licensed processor.
Shredding & Sorting
Tyres are shredded and steel belting and fibre are separated from the rubber.
Recycled Products
Processed rubber becomes crumb rubber, tyre-derived fuel, or civil engineering and road material.
Tyre Categories We Recycle
From a handful of passenger tyres to a full load of OTR tyres, sized to your business type and volume.
What Can & Can't Be Collected
Keeping tyres separate from rims and general waste keeps the collection efficient and compliant.
✅ Accepted
- Passenger and light truck tyres, off the rim
- Truck, bus and heavy vehicle tyres
- OTR and earthmoving equipment tyres
- Bulk quantities from tyre retailers and workshops
❌ Not Accepted
- Tyres still mounted on steel or alloy rims
- Tyres contaminated with hazardous chemicals
- General waste or scrap metal mixed in with tyres
- Illegally dumped tyres from unknown sources (contact us to arrange a special clean-up quote)
How Tyres Become Recycled Rubber
Understanding what happens after collection explains why licensed processing matters more than just "taking it away".
- Shredding: Whole tyres are shredded into smaller chips
- Steel & fibre removal: Magnets and screens remove steel belting and textile fibre
- Granulation: Rubber chips are further processed into crumb rubber of different grades
- Quality sorting: Crumb rubber is sorted by size for different end uses
- End products: Recycled rubber is used in playground surfaces, road asphalt, civil works, or as tyre-derived fuel
What Drives Your Tyre Recycling Cost
Clear per-tyre quotes, no hidden fees — bulk and scheduled contracts reduce your per-tyre cost.
Typical cost per passenger or light truck tyre collected in Greater Sydney.
Typical cost per truck or bus tyre, depending on size and volume.
OTR and earthmoving tyres are quoted individually based on size and access.
Pricing depends on tyre type, volume, frequency and location. Tyre retailers and workshops on a scheduled contract typically pay less per tyre than one-off collections. Request a free, itemised quote and we'll confirm your exact cost after a no-obligation site assessment.
Tyre Recycling for Every Business
Any business generating end-of-life tyres benefits from a scheduled, licensed collection service.
Tyre Recycling Across Greater Sydney
Consistent, on-schedule or on-call collection wherever your workshop or site is located.
Tyre Recycling FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Sydney workshops and tyre retailers ask most before setting up a service.
What types of tyres can be recycled?
Passenger and light truck tyres, heavy truck and bus tyres, and off-the-road (OTR) tyres from earthmoving and industrial equipment can all be collected for recycling.
Do tyres need to be removed from the rim?
Yes. Tyres should be off the rim before collection. Rims and other scrap metal are collected separately.
What happens to tyres after they're collected?
Tyres are shredded, and steel belting and fibre are removed, then the rubber is processed into crumb rubber, tyre-derived fuel, or material for civil engineering and road applications.
Is it a problem to store tyres on site while waiting for collection?
Large stockpiles create fire, pest and compliance risks and may breach NSW storage limits. A regular collection schedule avoids the buildup altogether — talk to us about the right frequency for your volume.
Can you collect a large one-off batch of tyres?
Yes, on-call collection is available for one-off clear-outs in addition to regular scheduled pick-ups for retailers and workshops.
How much does tyre recycling cost in Sydney?
Typical costs range from $4–$9 per passenger or light truck tyre and $15–$45 per truck or bus tyre, with OTR tyres quoted individually. Scheduled contracts typically reduce your per-tyre cost. Contact us for a free, itemised quote.
Set Up Tyre Recycling Today
Free site assessment. Scheduled or on-call collection. Fully documented, every pick-up.