Top Market Prices for Your Catalytic Converters
A direct wholesale buyer with an in-house Pt/Pd/Rh assay lab — working with
scrapyards, salvage yards, auto wreckers, and dealers in all 50 states.
TWO WAYS TO SELL TO US
① Direct purchase — whole units
We grade your converters on site and pay the full amount immediately by check or
wire transfer. Fast, transparent, no waiting.
② By assay — units or loose ceramic
You receive up to 80% upfront on a visual assessment, and the balance once we
determine exact platinum, palladium, and rhodium content (up to 3 working days for
small lots, up to 14 for larger batches).
WE BUY
We offer top prices to companies interested in sustainable development and proper disposal of end-of-life catalytic converters.
TDA Metals works with scrapyards, salvage yards, auto wreckers, dealers, and repair
shops. We pay top market prices for your catalytic converters — our specialty — plus
alternators, starters, AC compressors, ECMs, car radios, wires, and alloy wheels.
Buyers of catalytic converters
With decades of expertise in the recycling industry, TDA Metals LLC has developed a profound understanding of the intrinsic value held by each catalytic converter. Despite their outward similarities, the content of precious metals such as platinum, palladium, and rhodium can significantly vary, making some units far more valuable than others. Leveraging our advanced analytical technology, we’ve perfected an evaluation system that accurately assesses the metal content of converters, ensuring that our clients can maximize their returns on these valuable components. Our commitment to precision enables us to consistently offer premium prices for catalytic converters, reflecting their true worth. We are recognized as one of the leading buyers of catalytic converters in the industry.
ASSAY
TDA Metals offers a detailed and efficient assay service for catalytic converters, designed to accurately assess the value of both complete units and loose ceramic materials. Our service is structured to provide convenience, immediate financial returns, and thorough analysis for fair compensation. As top buyers of catalytic converters, we ensure that our clients receive the best possible value for their materials.
Key aspects of our service include:
- Flexible Submission Options: Choose from collection, drop-off, or shipping to submit your catalytic converters for assay.
- Immediate Payment: Up to 80% of the estimated value is paid immediately based on a preliminary visual assessment.
- Comprehensive Analysis: A detailed assay determines the precise content of valuable metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium. This process takes up to 3 working days for small quantities and up to 14 working days for larger batches.
- Final Payment: Following the detailed analysis, any remaining payment is processed quickly, ensuring you receive full and fair compensation for your materials.
By opting for TDA Metals’ assay service, you benefit from our commitment to transparency, efficiency, and professionalism.
ELECTRONIC AND HYBRID VEHICLE BATTERIES
ALTERNATORS
STARTERS
AC COMPRESSORS
ECM (Engine Control Modules)
CAR RADIOS
COPPER
WIRES
ANALYSIS
Each unit undergoes meticulous inspection utilizing the latest analytical techniques, ensuring our customers receive the maximum possible value for their catalytic converters. Our recycling process involves:
Rigorous Collection and Sorting
Identifying converters based on type and potential value.
Detailed Crushing and Grinding
Transforming the material to increase extraction efficiency.
Precise Decanning
Removing the outer shell to access valuable inner materials.
Efficient Extraction
Retrieving precious metals using sophisticated processes.
Advanced Sampling and Analysis
Employing cutting-edge methods to accurately assess metal content.
Thorough Refining
Purifying the metals to ensure highest quality.
We invite you to review our competitive pricing and see the value we bring.
States we service
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Michigan
Minnesota
Massachusetts
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New York
North Dakota
Ohio
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Virginia
Washington
Wisconsin
Wyoming