What catalytic converters do you accept?

We accept all types of automotive catalytic converters including those from petrol and diesel cars, commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty industrial machinery.

Catalytic Converter Recycling

Catalytic converters are among the most valuable components on any vehicle, which is why they need a secure and traceable route to recycling rather than going in with general scrap. At Vantage, we provide compliant cat converter recycling for businesses across the UK, recovering the precious metals inside and handling collection, processing and documentation from start to finish.

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Catalytic Converter Recycling

Recovering precious metals properly

A catalytic converter is a steel shell wrapped around a coated ceramic substrate. The value sits in that coating, and recovering it takes proper refining rather than crude separation. Done correctly, platinum, palladium and rhodium go back into the supply chain and the steel is recycled alongside them.

We collect and process converters for vehicle manufacturers, dealerships, garages, exhaust specialists, vehicle dismantlers and waste operators, including units removed during servicing, end-of-life vehicle components and returned or warranty stock.

Whether it's a pallet from a workshop or an ongoing volume, we'll help find the right route.

Our Process

How it works

Tell us what you've got and roughly what volumes, and we'll arrange secure collection through approved channels. Converters are a high value stream, so chain of custody matters as much as logistics.

Units are then processed through authorised recycling and refining routes, where the substrate is separated and the precious metals recovered and refined for reuse, reducing demand for newly mined material. Steel shells are recycled as scrap metal.

Throughout the process, we maintain complete traceability and provide the documentation needed to support your records.

Compliance

Compliance, sorted

Converters attract theft, which means legitimate businesses need to be able to demonstrate provenance as well as environmental compliance. Our team handles the collection, documentation and recycling process on your behalf, giving you a clear audit trail from collection through to final treatment.

Why Choose Vantage?

Automotive recycling is where our story began, and we've spent more than two decades supporting some of the biggest vehicle manufacturers in the world. That experience covers the operational side as much as the technical one, so collections fit around your workshop rather than the other way round.

Fast response times and clear communication come as standard. Most enquiries receive a quote within hours and collection can often be arranged for the next day.

What We Handle

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How are catalytic converters recycled?

Catalytic converters contain valuable precious metals such as platinum, palladium and rhodium. During recycling, these materials are recovered and refined for reuse, helping reduce demand for newly mined resources and supporting the circular economy.

What metals are recovered from a catalytic converter?

The main recoveries are platinum, palladium and rhodium from the coated ceramic substrate, along with the steel from the outer shell. The exact mix varies considerably depending on the vehicle, age and emissions standard.

Do you collect catalytic converters from garages and dismantlers?

Yes. We collect from vehicle manufacturers, dealerships, garages, exhaust specialists, vehicle dismantlers and waste operators across the UK, on both one-off and scheduled collections.

Do you provide documentation for converter collections?

Yes. We provide full waste documentation and traceability for every collection, which matters on a stream where being able to demonstrate provenance is as important as environmental compliance.

Can you recycle damaged vehicle components?

Yes. We regularly handle damaged, recalled and end-of-life automotive components, including airbags, batteries, catalytic converters and other regulated parts. We recover and recycle valuable materials wherever possible and safely dispose of hazardous and pyrotechnic waste, helping you meet all relevant compliance and sustainability standards.

Do you offer nationwide waste collection services?

Most enquiries receive a quotation within the hour, with collections often arranged the next day or within 72 hours, depending on the waste type(s), quantity and location(s).

What containers do you provide for waste collections?

Yes. We operate our own fleet collecting from over 2,500 customer collection points throughout the UK and also support collections across Europe, with expertise in managing international waste shipments. We work with manufacturers, dealerships, waste management companies, facilities management providers and other organisations requiring specialist waste solutions. Speak to us about your requirements for further information tailored to your business.

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Tell us about your waste streams, collection needs or compliance challenges and our team will recommend the right solution for your business.

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Whether you've got a pallet of units or a regular collection to set up, we'll help you find the right recycling solution. Get in touch and we'll take it from here.

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