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Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap Recovery
Ru-Ir powders, coating residues, iridium crucibles and sputtering targets.
Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap
Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap Recovery
Ruthenium and iridium appear in anode coatings, crystal growth crucibles, sputtering targets, electronics and catalysts. They are among the most valuable industrial metals, and we buy both solid scrap and residues that contain them.
If you are not sure what a material contains, send photos and any analysis you have. We will tell you whether it is of interest before anyone travels.
Typical sources: Anode manufacturers, crystal growth and optics producers, semiconductor and electronics plants, and catalyst users.
Ru · IrForms we accept
Ruthenium-iridium powders and coating solutions
Coating stripped from anodes, and coating residues
Iridium crucibles and iridium parts from crystal growth
Ruthenium and iridium sputtering targets, new and spent
Iridium and ruthenium wire, sheet and machining scrap
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Many sellers have more than one type of scrap. We can inspect and collect them in the same visit.
Titanium Anodes (MMO / DSA)
Spent MMO and DSA anodes with ruthenium, iridium or tantalum coatings: mesh, plate, tube, rod and baskets.
Chemical & Pharma Catalysts
Pd/C, Pt/C, rhodium and ruthenium catalysts, filter cakes and platinum-rhodium gauzes.
Electrolyzer & Fuel Cell Parts
PEM membranes, platinized titanium transport layers, bipolar plates and complete stacks.
Pricing
How We Price Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap
Every lot is priced on its own metal content and condition. These are the points we check, and the details that help us quote quickly.
| No. | What affects the price |
|---|---|
| 01 | Purity and alloy composition |
| 02 | Form: solid, powder or residue |
| 03 | Contamination and oxidation |
| 04 | Quantity |
| No. | Send us for a fast quote |
|---|---|
| 01 | Photos and a short description of the material |
| 02 | Composition or assay, if available |
| 03 | Weight and location |
How it works
Our Buying Process
Talk on WhatsApp
Send photos, the quantity and the location. A buyer replies with questions and a first indication.
Photos or a sample
Most lots are assessed from photos. For some materials we ask for a small sample to test first.
We come to you
Our team travels to your site in your country to inspect, weigh and check the material.
Agree and collect
Once the price is agreed, we arrange payment, packing and collection from your site.
FAQ
Questions About Selling Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap
Do you buy small quantities of Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap?
Yes. Send photos and an estimated weight. Smaller lots can often be inspected on the same trip as other sellers in your region.
Do I need to ship the material to Hong Kong?
Usually not. Our team inspects and collects in your country. Sometimes we ask for a small sample first so we can test it.
How do you work out the price?
The price depends on metal content, condition and quantity. We explain the basis to you and confirm the price before collection.
Which countries do you cover?
South Africa, the Middle East, the United States, Southeast Asia and South Korea. Ask us on WhatsApp about other locations.
Have Ruthenium & Iridium Scrap to Sell?
Message us on WhatsApp with photos. Our team will arrange an inspection in your country.