There are no "business license" requirements as such in this state for a small operation in scrap metal (unless you deal with cars/vehicles, then you'll need a junk yard license). I have Commercial Auto insurance but when an insurance agent checked for General Liability as a recycler, she was unable to locate any company which would issue a policy for a small operation in this state (basically what you're saying). I initially called the Exide regional office and got directed to the local person for Maine. I don't remember an application, I just sent a registration form with the company name. The "type" of business was never an issue (it was actually initially a freight brokerage which is no longer operating as a freight brokerage). I've changed what I do under that name several times and the only real issue is when I file taxes. Then, they want to list what I actually do. I have listed several unrelated activities at once using the same business name.
Re: "business license" - unless you "store" materials, in which case you would be classified as a "junkyard".
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