Recycling | ECMS

Trusted partner

BASF ECMS ensures you get the best total return because of our integrity and commitment to quality, including ISO certifications for lab assays. Honesty and transparency deliver the best results for our customers.

A trustworthy refiner serving our customers with integrity and delivering accurate results

World-renowned assay lab

We are one of few refiners to employ ISO 17025/17043 accredited methods in our labs, adhering to an international standard of the competence of PGM determinations. Our team of highly trained analytical chemists provide best-in-class analytical services representing the highest standards in the industry.

End-to-End Transparency

We offer a Lot Witnessing program and encourage you to watch our processes. Each lot is evaluated for the best fit sampling and assaying processes by our team of highly trained analytical chemists.

Full portfolio of trading services

We offer a full package of services to enable counterparties to successfully navigate the PGM market and reduce risk

Commitment to Customer Service

Protecting our elements of life by sourcing and producing responsibly and acting as a fair and reliable partner.

Responsible sourcing of precious metals and minerals

We take pride in working as your business partners and delivering quick, high-value results. Our culture of integrity is reinforced by more than 100 years of industry experience

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Over 100 years of service

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Recycled metal can reduce carbon emissions by up to 97% compared to primary sources

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Industries served

Automotive Catalyst Recycling

Full recycling of catalysts from on and off-road vehicles containing Pt, Pd or Rh. Ceramic, metallic, milled, unmilled, canned and other forms are accepted.

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Chemical Catalysts Recycling

Full recycling business provides customers operating with PGM containing catalysts, across Chemical and Petrochemical markets, an optimized, flexible, and high-performance option for reclaiming the precious metal.

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Other PGM containing materials recycling

Additional PGM containing materials are also accepted. Please contact one of our sales reps below to learn how BASF ECMS can serve you.

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Verdium™

Verdium is a new recycled metal approach that sets the standard in the PGM space.

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PGM Trading

Backed by broad metals and catalysis expertise, BASF ECMS can assist you with managing precious metals sourcing and price risk in a cost-effective manner for any product requirement throughout the value chain.

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