# Metal & Catalyst Resources > Metal & Catalyst Resources (MCR), founded in 1999 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, is an industrial metals reclamation company that buys, recycles, reclaims, and refines metals from spent catalysts, metal scrap, residues, sludges, and slurries generated by petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing operations. MCR also sells high-purity raw minor metals and compounds, and is the exclusive US agent for FerroBio iron hydroxide powder used in biogas desulfurization. This file contains the full text content of every indexed page on metalandcatalyst.com, concatenated for LLM ingestion, as crawled. Navigation menus, language switchers, and repeated footer/contact boilerplate have been stripped from each page after the first occurrence to reduce redundancy. Content reflects the live site as of the crawl date — always verify pricing, specifications, and material forms directly with MCR's Commercial Department at (713) 664-0050, since these are subject to change and are not guaranteed by this file. **Company address:** 1513 West Dallas Street, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77019, USA **Phone:** (713) 664-0050 | **Fax:** (713) 664-0194 --- ## Homepage URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/ # Expert Metals Recycling and Raw Material Solutions Metal & Catalyst Resources, established in 1999, is a premier spent catalyst recycling company dedicated to optimizing industrial processes through expert catalyst recycling and metals reclamation services. With more than fifty years of experience in the industry, we specialize in the efficient recycling of spent catalysts, ensuring that valuable materials are reclaimed and reused effectively. Our commitment to excellence in catalyst reclamation has allowed us to expand our services beyond metals reclamation to include the supply of essential raw materials used in the production of catalysts, chemicals, and specialty alloys. By integrating sustainability and innovation, we provide our clients with a comprehensive, "one-stop" solution for all their metal recycling and reclamation needs. ## Expert Catalyst Recycling and Metals Reclamation Services As a trusted spent catalyst recycling company, Metal & Catalyst Resources (MCR) offers expert catalyst recycling and metals reclamation services for our industrial customers, including petrochemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers, and oil and gas refineries. We recover value from spent catalysts, residues, sludges, slurries, ores, and scrap; handling a wide range of metals and metal compounds including Nickel, Cobalt, Molybdenum, Vanadium, Copper, Zinc, Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium, Ruthenium, Rhenium, Gold, Iridium, Silver, Tellurium Dioxide, and many specialty metals such as Tungsten, Selenium, Chromium, Yttrium, Europium, Niobium, Neodymium, Gallium and Gadolinium. MCR also supplies a broad spectrum of high-purity raw materials such as Tellurium Dioxide and Nickel Oxide. Additionally, we have calcining and blending capabilities for various high-purity powders, chemicals, and surface coatings. With a focus on sustainability, reliability, and exceptional quality, MCR provides comprehensive catalyst reclamation, metal recycling, and refining solutions to maximize efficiency and value. ## Partner With a Leading Metal Recycling Company Today Whether you need industrial catalyst recycling, high-quality raw materials, or expert spent catalyst recycling services, MCR is your trusted partner for efficiency, sustainability, and growth. --- ## Our History URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/mcrhistory/ # Metal & Catalyst History Metal & Catalyst Resources was founded in 1999, on more than twenty five years of experience in the business of catalyst and spent catalyst recycling and reclamation. MCR's founding objective was to improve the catalyst handling efficiency of industrial operations by providing its customers with a comprehensive, "one-stop" metals reclamation service for catalyst processing at metal refineries. Continued success in these catalyst processing goals has allowed MCR to expand its services, which now also include the recycling and recovery of non-catalyst materials, as well as the supply of various raw materials used in the production of catalysts, chemicals, surface coatings, and specialty alloys. MCR becomes directly involved with each material it handles by managing all related logistics, and by ensuring the material's economic and environmentally safe use or reclamation. MCR typically takes ownership of spent materials when they leave the supplying company's site, and carries appropriate insurance to protect against incident while in transit and processing. A full audit and inspection of the proposed reclamation facility (by the supplier of the material) is allowed, and certificates of reclamation can be provided if requested. Metal & Catalyst Resources has signed various Secrecy, Confidentiality, and Non-Disclosure agreements with catalyst manufacturers and material generators in an effort to secure and protect proprietary information. In addition, MCR has formed new relationships (and has strengthened past relationships) with metal refineries and material processors throughout the world, and has freight forwarding agents present and available on six continents to facilitate cargo pickup and movement. Last, MCR has experience in obtaining permission from respective countries' environmental officials to process and transport classified hazardous wastes from one country to another. The combination of the above listed knowledge and experience allows Metal & Catalyst Resources to offer consistently competitive terms for spent catalysts and residues containing metal compounds, as well as to safely, reliably, and responsibly handle, move, and process these materials worldwide. --- ## Metal Recycling Services (Overview) URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/ # Metal Recycling Services Metal & Catalyst Resources services industrial producers and refiners by purchasing, recycling, reclaiming, and/or refining the metals contained in their spent catalysts, metal scrap, residues, sludges, and slurries. These catalysts and residues typically contain one or more of the following metals or metal compounds: Nickel (Ni), Cobalt (Co), Molybdenum (Mo), Vanadium (V), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Platinum (Pt), Palladium (Pd), Rhodium (Rh), Rhenium (Re), Ruthenium (Ru), Gold (Au), Iridium (Ir), or Silver (Ag). Although these metals comprise the majority of Metal & Catalyst Resources' recycling, reclamation, and refining business, MCR also works with such metals as Chromium (Cr), Selenium (Se), Tellurium (Te), Tungsten (W), Yttrium (Y), Europium (Eu), Niobium (Nb), Neodymium (Nd), Gallium (Ga), Gadolinium (Gd), and others. ## Cobalt Catalyst Recycling Metal & Catalyst Resources is a buyer of spent Cobalt catalyst, and of Cobalt containing ashes, cobalt cakes, cobalt residues, cobalt grindings, cobalt scrap, cobalt sludges, cobalt battery scrap, anodes, targets, turbine blades and cobalt solids. The latter include, but are not limited to, weld rod, alnico dross and scrap, high speed steel, and cobalt samarium. The metal contents of spent catalysts and of residues, grindings, sludges, and solids vary tremendously based on original content, application, usage time, and other factors. As a result, MCR works with cobalt levels ranging from 3% Co to more than 90% Co. ## Copper Catalyst Recycling and Zinc Catalyst Recycling Metal & Catalyst Resources is a buyer of spent Copper catalysts, which typically have as-is Copper concentrations varying from 15% to 60%. These catalysts have been used in a variety of petrochemical applications, and may contain significant quantities of other metals, such as Manganese, Zinc, and Chromium. MCR is also a buyer and recycler of copper turnings, copper solutions, copper scrap, copper wire, and copper salts. In addition to Copper containing materials, MCR recycles various Zinc catalysts and dusts with contents ranging from 30% to 90% zinc. ## Molybdenum Catalyst Recycling Metal & Catalyst Resources is a buyer of most types of spent molybdenum catalyst and molybdenum residues. Typical refining catalysts, such as hydrotreating and hydrodesulfurization catalysts, contain from 3% to 20% Molybdenum. These refining catalysts are classified as hazardous waste in the United States (K-171, K-172) and many other countries. For this reason, MCR only works with processing facilities that are legally and environmentally allowed to import, process, and/or consume these manifested wastes. In these facilities, the Mo content of the catalyst is reclaimed, along with some of the other contained metals such as Nickel, Vanadium, and Cobalt. There are also similar molybdenum catalysts used in petrochemicals that are not classified as hazardous wastes, and MCR is a buyer of these non-RCRA waste spent molybdenum catalysts as well. There are additional forms of molybdenum catalyst that contain from 20% to 52% Mo (as well as, in some cases, Cobalt, Bismuth, Tungsten, Nickel, Vanadium, etc.) All of these catalysts are recyclable. MCR acts in cooperation with a major manufacturer of one form of these catalysts, separates the inerts mixed with the catalyst for resale or for return to the catalyst user, and recovers the molybdenum for manufacture of salts or alloys. Along with molybdenum catalyst, MCR purchases numerous types of molybdenum residues and byproducts with widely varying compositions. ## Nickel Catalyst Recycling Metal & Catalyst Resources is a buyer and recycler of spent nickel catalyst. These catalysts can contain from 6% to 80% nickel, and are used in a wide array of refining, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, industrial, and manufacturing processes. The spent catalysts may also, at times, be classified as DOT, RCRA, or Basel Hazardous Wastes/Materials. MCR will conduct the handling, transport, and recycling of all such materials in accordance with all legal and environmental regulations. Metal & Catalyst Resources is also adept at recycling nickel battery scrap, nickel residues, nickel sludges, nickel slurries, nickel powders, nickel grindings, and off-spec nickel products. ## Precious Metal Refining and Recovering Metal & Catalyst Resources facilitates the precious metal refining of multiple types and forms of spent catalysts, concentrates, ashes, filter cakes, sludges, honeycombs, solutions, anodes, targets, turbine blades, and x-ray film that contain precious metals or precious metal compounds. These materials may contain platinum, palladium, rhodium, rhenium, iridium, ruthenium, gold, and/or silver, with precious metal concentrations ranging from less than 40 ppm (parts per million, or grams per ton) to greater than 15% by weight. MCR is able to handle these multiple forms and types of materials because of its longstanding relationships with precious metal refineries and smelters. Our precious metal refineries are located around the globe, and each refinery has specific processing merits. These relationships allow MCR to offer competitive terms for your spent catalyst and precious metal materials, regardless of concentration, material form, economic conditions, or the material's physical location. MCR offers the following precious metal refinery services, based upon customer preference: - Refining your precious metal materials and returning the reclaimed precious metals to your pool metals account - Making an outright purchase of your precious metal containing materials ## Vanadium Catalyst Recycling Metal & Catalyst Resources purchases spent Vanadium catalyst, as well as vanadium ashes, vanadium slags, vanadium filter vanadium cakes, vanadium superalloy scrap, and vanadium concentrates. Purchase terms for these items depend upon material form, material content, packaging, and the prevailing metals market. Typically, MCR can offer quotations based upon detailed information provided by the supplier of the vanadium containing materials, and upon receipt and analysis of material samples. ## Frequently Asked Questions About Our Metal Recovery & Reclamation Services ### What types of metal recycling services does MCR provide? Metal & Catalyst Resources specializes in purchasing, recycling, and refining metals from spent catalysts, metal scrap, residues, sludges, and slurries. We handle materials containing nickel, cobalt, molybdenum, vanadium, copper, zinc, and precious metals like platinum, palladium, rhodium, and gold. As a reminder, this is only a partial listing of the types of materials we handle. Our metal recovery services serve industrial producers and refiners across the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industries. ### Do you handle spent catalyst recycling services? Yes, we are experienced buyers and recyclers of many types of spent catalysts. Some of which include hydrotreating catalysts, hydrodesulfurization catalysts, and various other industrial catalysts. We handle hazardous waste classifications (K-171, K-172) in full compliance with DOT, RCRA, and Basel regulations. Our spent catalyst recycling services work with metal concentrations ranging from 3% to over 90%, depending on the metal and on the catalyst type. ### What makes your precious metal refining services different? Our precious metal refining services handle materials with concentrations from less than 40 ppm to greater than 15% by weight. We work with a global network of refineries and offer two options: outright purchase of your materials or toll refining, where we return the reclaimed precious metals to your account. We process everything from catalysts and ashes to solutions, anodes, and x-ray film. Because we have a large network of refineries we work with, we can tailor your precious metal materials to the recovery process that is most suited to it, which improves efficiency and maximizes value to our customers. ### How do you determine pricing for metal reclamation services? Pricing depends on material composition, metal content percentages, material form, current market conditions, total weight, how often the material is available, and processing requirements. We provide quotations based on detailed material specifications and sample analysis. ### What geographic areas do your services cover? While headquartered in Houston, Texas, our metal recycling and refining services extend globally through our network of processing facilities and refineries. We can handle materials regardless of physical location and ensure competitive pricing under various economic conditions. ### Are your processes environmentally compliant? Yes, environmental compliance is a central aspect of our operations. We adhere to all DOT, RCRA, and Basel Convention requirements for hazardous materials. We only work with fully licensed/permitted facilities that are legally and environmentally authorized to process regulated waste materials, ensuring responsible recycling throughout the entire process. --- ## Precious Metal Refining Services URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/precious-metal-refining/ # Trusted Precious Metal Refining Services At Metal & Catalyst Resources, we specialize in providing precious metal refining services to transform complex feedstocks into high-purity, high-value precious metals. As a trusted precious metal refining company with more than two decades of experience, our teams employ industry-standard sampling and analysis methods for the settlement of shipments containing gold, silver, platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium, and/or rhenium, in all forms. Whether the feedstock is low-grade residue or high-value concentrate, our precious metal refining services maximize value while meeting the highest environmental and safety standards. ## From Catalysts to Solutions: Feedstock We Handle Metal & Catalyst Resources accepts a broad spectrum of feedstock containing precious metals, ranging from high-value concentrates to challenging residues. Our ability to process diverse materials allows clients to manage all refining needs through a single trusted partner. Materials processed include: - Spent and fresh catalysts - Ashes and calcined solids - Sludges and filter cakes - Solutions and plating baths - Powders and metal-bearing residues - Metallic solids and scrap We treat every shipment with the same amount of care, so even complex or low-grade materials are refined efficiently to return the highest possible value. ## Expert Refining Across the Precious Metal Spectrum We specialize in refining the full spectrum of precious metals critical to industrial, chemical, and investment applications. Each requires unique process controls and expertise, which we provide through our proven global refining network. ### Gold Gold can be reclaimed from electronic scrap, plating baths, jewelry residues, and industrial byproducts, among other forms. ### Silver Sources of silver include photographic waste, electronics, brazing alloys, and catalytic materials. ### Platinum Platinum is commonly recovered from used automotive and chemical catalysts. ### Palladium Palladium appears in automotive catalysts, electronic assemblies, and chemical residues and catalysts. ### Rhodium One of the rarest and most valuable precious metals, rhodium is primarily obtained from catalytic converters and select industrial catalysts. ### Ruthenium Electronics, plating solutions, and chemical catalysts often contain ruthenium. Valued for its durability and conductivity in alloys and coatings, it is refined under strict process controls to preserve its functional qualities. ### Iridium Iridium is typically recovered from crucibles, spark plugs, and specialty catalysts. ### Rhenium Found in superalloy turbine parts and petrochemical catalysts, rhenium stands out for its ability to perform under extreme heat. Recovery and purification steps are designed to reduce losses resulting from its ease of sublimation. ## Proven Pathways to Maximum Purity and Value At Metal & Catalyst Resources, refining is never a single pathway. Each material is evaluated and directed through the most effective process route to ensure precision, value, and compliance. Our expertise spans both pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical methods, applied individually or in sequence depending on the feedstock. Typical process routes include: - Calcining and ashing to remove volatile components and to prepare residues for further treatment - Leaching and precipitation to separate target metals from unwanted components, or pyrometallurgical processes to separate and recover targeted metals - Filtration and solid-liquid separation to capture and concentrate valuable fractions - Final refining transfer to partner facilities for purification to market-grade standards. Recovered metals can then be sold on the open market, or returned to our supplier's pool metals account. Every stage is backed by rigorous quality assurance, from representative sampling through fire assay and ICP analysis to settlement. By maintaining full process control and transparent reporting, MCR ensures each client receives an accurate account of their material's value. ## Frequently Asked Questions About Precious Metal Refining Services ### How does precious metal refining differ from recovery or recycling? Refining focuses on purifying metals to market-grade quality, ensuring maximum value and usability. Recovery or recycling may stop at collection or partial extraction, while refining completes the process through advanced metallurgical methods. ### What types of industries typically use precious metal refining services? Industries that generate metal-bearing residues, such as petrochemical, chemical processing, electronics, machining, and mining, frequently use refining. These sectors depend on precise metal return to offset material costs and support production. ### Can Metal & Catalyst Resources handle small or low-concentration lots? Yes. MCR has the capability to process both high-grade and low-grade materials, as well as small and large lot sizes. Even shipments with modest concentrations of precious metals are treated with the same controls to ensure fair settlement. --- ## Precious Metal Recovery & Recycling URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/precious-metals/ # Precious Metal Recovery, Reclaiming, and Recycling for Complex Industrial Streams Every industrial process produces residues that contain untapped value. Spent catalysts, metallic scrap, and complex sludges often carry significant concentrations of precious metals. Metal & Catalyst Resources provides precise, accountable precious metal recovery services to maximize yield and minimize risk. Through advanced processing, transparent sampling, and proven refining partnerships, each lot is treated as a high-value asset. With decades of expertise across platinum group metals, gold, silver, and rhenium, we help industry turn waste into accountable value. ## What We Process Secondary materials aren't typically uniform. Some arrive as dry, granular catalysts; others as dense sludges, damp filter cakes, or metallic scrap in irregular shapes. Our role is to evaluate, homogenize, and prepare these diverse feedstocks so they can move into the precious metal recycling stream. We routinely manage: - Spent catalysts containing platinum group metals and other recoverables - Filter cakes and sludges with variable moisture content - Metallic scrap and residues from high-temperature or chemical processes - Plated parts, sweeps, and ash where trace values require careful handling - Electronic scrap concentrates with mixed precious and base metals By aligning material form with the right treatment route, we create the conditions for maximized recovery and accurate settlement. ## Precious Metals We Recover The value hidden in secondary materials is rarely concentrated in one element. Each precious metal behaves differently under heat, leach, and refining conditions. Our recovery programs respect these differences, ensuring that no value is lost in the transition from residue to refined product. ### Platinum (Pt) Platinum is a cornerstone of catalytic systems, appearing in automotive converters, refining catalysts, and specialty alloys. Because it often exists in fine dispersion across ceramic or metallic substrates, recovery often begins with controlled calcination to strip away organics before leaching routes or pyrometallurgical processing separate Pt from the base matrix. ### Palladium (Pd) Palladium is widely used in electronics, catalysts, and plating applications. Its high reactivity means that residues and powders can behave unpredictably during processing. Our approach emphasizes precise sampling and moisture control to stabilize feed, followed by tailored leaching methods or pyrometallurgical processes that isolate Pd efficiently. ### Rhodium (Rh) Rhodium, though present in small concentrations, represents a significant unit value. Extracted primarily from catalyst washcoats and catalytic converters, Rh is difficult to dissolve using conventional chemistries. We employ specialized leaching protocols, pyrometallurgical processes, and separation strategies to capture Rh with minimal losses, ensuring maximum return. ### Gold (Au) Gold remains one of the most targeted metals for recycling, whether sourced from electronics, plating baths, or jewelry scrap. With precise sampling and fire assay controls and selective precipitation, gold is recovered with exacting accuracy. ### Silver (Ag) Silver often occurs in higher weight percentages, particularly in brazing alloys, electronics, and residues like X-ray films. We process bulk Ag-bearing materials through smelting, precipitation, and electrolytic refining, ensuring both high-volume handling and consistent recovery. ### Ruthenium (Ru) Ruthenium is encountered in chemical catalysts and advanced coatings. Its volatility during calcining requires strict temperature control to prevent losses. Once stabilized, Ru can be routed through leaching for efficient separation. ### Iridium (Ir) Iridium's exceptional hardness and high melting point make it useful in crucibles, spark plugs, and electronics. Those same traits pose recovery challenges. Advanced refining partnerships allow iridium to be reclaimed with confidence, even from mixed-metal streams. ### Rhenium (Re) Rhenium is a critical component of petrochemical catalysts and superalloys. Present in trace amounts, it requires specialized leaching, temperature controls, and careful off-gas management during calcining. By managing these sensitivities, rhenium is captured effectively and returned to the supply chain. ## From Assay to Settlement: A Controlled Path for Precious Metal Recovery As a trusted precious metal recycler, Metal & Catalyst Resources turns complex feedstocks into documented value with fewer handoffs and faster cycle times. We provide: - Representative sampling & assays: fire assay, ICP, wet chemistry, with umpire options for validation - Tailored processing routes: calcining, leaching, precipitation, and filtration, or pyrometallurgy for maximum yield - Regulatory compliance: DOT/IMDG packaging, hazardous materials traceability, international paperwork - Quality reporting: certificates of analysis, batch reports, and audit-ready documentation ## Frequently Asked Questions About Precious Metal Recovery, Reclaiming, and Recycling ### Can mixed-metal materials be recycled together? Yes. Mixed materials containing multiple precious metals can be processed, with recovery paths designed to separate and account for each element individually. This ensures accurate yield and settlement for all contained values. ### How long does the recycling process usually take? Turnaround depends on the material type, the precious metals involved, and the processing route, and most cycles are measured in weeks or months. Customers receive updates and reports throughout the process. ### What types of lot sizes can be processed? Precious metal recycling services can be arranged for both small trial lots and large-scale shipments. Each batch is profiled to ensure the process route is efficient and cost-effective at the given scale. --- ## Copper Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/copper/ # Copper Recycling & Refining Services Copper-containing parts and products are a constant in industrial settings, and once their service life ends, their copper content still holds measurable value. Metal & Catalyst Resources recovers that value through its copper recycling services. Feedstocks, such as catalysts, slags, residues, and production scrap, are evaluated for chemistry, contaminants, and behavior under process conditions, allowing us to design recovery paths to convert spent material into a usable raw material once again. ## Precision Pathways for Copper Recovery and Refining Our copper recovery is structured around the behavior of each feedstock. Material chemistry is often evaluated before receiving any actual shipment, allowing us to assign a refining or recycling route that matches its mineralogy, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Whether the source is catalyst-based, slag-derived, or tied to industrial scrap, we apply controlled processes to reclaim the copper. ## Materials Accepted Through Our Copper Reclamation Services Our copper recycling capabilities support a wide range of industrial feedstocks, each requiring its own treatment pathway. Material form, concentration, and contaminants influence how we classify and refine each load. - Copper-bearing spent catalysts suitable for chemical leaching or high-temperature reduction - Copper slag from metallurgical operations requiring targeted impurity removal - Copper residues, fines, and sludges generated during processing or surface treatment - Off-spec copper compounds, powders, and mixed scrap with variable elemental profiles Every shipment is reviewed through assay and metallurgical testing to confirm recovery potential and assign the appropriate copper reclamation process. ## Refining Systems for Complex Copper Streams Copper refining at MCR relies on processing routes that adapt to the form and chemical composition of each material. Hydrometallurgical leaching, controlled precipitation, and high-temperature reduction are applied as needed to separate copper from binders, carriers, and inorganic matrices. Processing conditions are carefully adjusted with tight oversight so each transformation proceeds with predictable efficiency. ### Analytical Validation and Process Assurance Laboratory oversight is always a very important step. Samples are prepared for analysis to confirm metal concentration, impurity levels, and overall recovery progress. This guides adjustments during processing and verifies that each copper stream moves through the reclamation process efficiently. ## Logistics, Compliance, and Controlled Material Movement Our copper recycling services include full coordination of transport, documentation, and regulatory alignment for all copper-bearing materials. Each movement follows established handling protocols that support safe transit and protect the integrity of copper catalysts, slags, and residues. We manage intake scheduling, routing through approved carriers, and recordkeeping tied to international and domestic transport codes. - Chain-of-custody tracking from pickup to refinery intake - Regulatory compliance for copper catalyst services and related waste streams - Insurance and material accountability during transit - Documentation packages for audit, regulatory reporting, or internal review ## Frequently Asked Questions About Our Copper Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services ### What types of copper-bearing materials can be refined through copper recycling services? We work with catalysts, slags, residues, metallic scrap (depending on total weight) and chemically bound copper compounds. Each material is classified by concentration, form, and impurity profile, and is then assigned a recovery route that suits its metallurgical characteristics. ### Do contaminants or additives interfere with copper refining services? Additives, binders, and process chemicals can influence reaction pathways, as well as suitability of various processing methods. Our systems account for these variables. ### Can copper recovery services support recurring or large-volume material streams? Yes. Our operational model accommodates routine shipments, variable concentrations, and complex chemistries. Long-term programs can be structured to maintain consistent reclamation results and stable resource availability. --- ## Nickel Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/nickel/ # Nickel Recycling Services Nickel moves through industrial processes in many forms, and each one requires a controlled route to recover its value. At Metal & Catalyst Resources, our nickel recycling services utilize metallurgical analysis and targeted refining steps to recover nickel and nickel value from catalysts, slags, residues, battery scrap, and more. Material composition is reviewed and then matched with treatment conditions to separate nickel from secondary constituents and return it to a form suited for reintegration into manufacturing cycles. ## Nickel Recycling and Refining Supports Stable Resource Cycles Nickel maintains its structure through repeated processing cycles, which allows nearly 68% of the global nickel supply to originate from reclaimed material rather than newly mined ore (per the Nickel Institute). This metallurgical stability enables recycling systems to achieve high recovery rates, even when feedstocks arrive as catalysts, residues, or mixed scrap. Our nickel recycling services make use of this inherent efficiency through hydrometallurgical or thermal processing pathways, which avoid the energy-intensive demands of ore extraction. ## Nickel Materials Processed Through Specialized Reclamation Our nickel recycling services support a broad range of industrial feedstocks, each requiring its own refining pathway. Material form and chemical structure guide how we classify and treat each shipment, ensuring that recoverable nickel is captured with consistency and control. - Spent nickel catalyst services for soluble and supported nickel compounds - Nickel slag recycling services for furnace residues and mineralized byproducts - Metallic nickel scrap, grindings, powders, and off-spec production material - Sludges, slurries, and residues containing recoverable nickel fractions Each stream is analyzed for concentration, contaminants, and refinement potential before determining the appropriate nickel reclamation process. ## Refining Services for Complex Nickel Streams Nickel refining services at MCR operate within controlled chemical and thermal environments that accommodate both metallic and compound-based materials. Treatment parameters are shaped by particle size, oxidation behavior, and solubility profiles, allowing us to accurately reclaim nickel from catalysts, slags, and residues. The refined output supports downstream manufacturing routes that require stable, high-purity nickel content. ### Analytical Oversight for Consistent Recovery Each material will have a laboratory analysis that will confirm metal concentration and impurities. These measurements guide us during processing and will help dictate how each shipment moves through the nickel reclamation cycle with the proper quality controls. ## Logistics, Compliance, and Controlled Handling of Nickel Materials Our nickel recycling services extend into the transport, documentation, and regulatory framework required for moving nickel-containing materials. Each shipment is managed through established handling procedures that support safe transit and preserve material integrity from pickup to the recovery facility. We coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous classifications and prepare documentation for shipments using approved carriers that meet industrial transport standards. - Chain-of-custody safeguards for all nickel catalyst services and associated materials - Compliance with domestic and international transport regulations - Insurance and accountability measures during every movement stage - Documentation packages suitable for audits, internal tracking, or regulatory reporting ## Frequently Asked Questions About Nickel Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services ### Are alloyed nickel materials suitable for reclamation? Alloyed materials can be refined as long as the nickel can be separated from the companion metals, or the companion metals are also suitable for the end product. ### Is it possible to integrate nickel reclamation services with other metal streams from the same facility? It is. Facilities like MCR can consolidate and separate shipments, allowing us to classify each material type for its own recovery route. ### Can spent nickel catalysts containing other metals be refined? Yes. Our spent nickel catalyst services include pathways that separate nickel from secondary metals or inert substrates. Treatment conditions are adapted to isolate usable nickel while maintaining stable product quality. --- ## Molybdenum Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/molybdenum/ # Molybdenum Recycling Services Molybdenum circulates through industrial systems in catalysts, residues, and byproducts. Each form requires a specialized approach to reclaim its value. Our team of molybdenum recycling specialists assesses each material to determine the best treatment pathway to separate molybdenum from supporting metals and inert materials. These processes then convert spent catalysts, slags, and production waste into refined molybdenum streams suited for continued industrial use. ## Molybdenum Recycling Supports Stronger Material Cycles Recycling molybdenum plays a measurable role in strengthening industrial supply chains. A significant share of the global molybdenum supply now comes from reclaimed sources rather than newly mined ore, which reduces strain on primary reserves and trims the environmental cost associated with extraction. Because molybdenum maintains its integrity through repeated processing cycles, reclaimed material meets demanding industrial requirements in alloys, catalysts, and chemical formulations. Our molybdenum recovery services support this closed-loop movement by converting to-be-recycled material into a dependable secondary resource. ## Feedstocks Managed Through Molybdenum Reclamation Services We work with a wide range of molybdenum-containing materials, and each category moves through the program according to its chemical properties and physical structure. This allows us to recover molybdenum from both concentrated and diffuse waste streams, including: - Spent molybdenum catalyst services for supported or soluble molybdenum compounds - Molybdenum slag recycling services for furnace residues and mineralized byproducts - Slurries, sludges, filter cakes, and other residues that contain reclaimable molybdenum - Alloy and steel scrap containing molybdenum Each material undergoes a pre-shipment review to confirm its suitability for molybdenum reclamation services and to determine the refining path that will be used. ## Refining Systems for Molybdenum Conversion and Purification Molybdenum refining services rely on controlled temperature, chemical, and atmospheric conditions that separate molybdenum from its surrounding matrix. Many feedstocks contain molybdenum in oxidized, sulfided, or compound-bound forms, so each requires a different treatment route. Materials may be conditioned through roasting, dissolution, selective precipitation, or other metallurgical steps that convert molybdenum into oxides, salts, or metal powders or alloys suitable for reintroduction into industrial supply chains. ### Oversight that Supports Predictable Recovery Analytical checkpoints verify molybdenum content, impurity levels, and progress before and during recovery. These measurements guide adjustments throughout the refining path and confirm that each batch moves toward the intended composition. ## Logistics, Compliance, and Structured Material Handling Our molybdenum recycling services extend into the movement and management of every shipment. Molybdenum-containing materials are often subject to strict transportation and environmental regulations, so each load is routed through approved carriers and documented according to its regulatory classification. We coordinate with our suppliers regarding packaging requirements, as well as maintain chain-of-custody records, and manage the paperwork needed for domestic or international shipments. - Material tracking from pickup to refinery intake - Handling controls that preserve sample integrity - Compliance support for regulated or hazardous molybdenum waste - Documentation aligned with audit and reporting needs ## Frequently Asked Questions About Molybdenum Recycling, Recovery, and Refining Services ### Can molybdenum be reclaimed from materials that contain oil, solvents, or other liquid contaminants? Yes. We can perform pretreatment to remove moisture, hydrocarbons, and solvent residues before processing. ### Is there a minimum volume or molybdenum concentration required for reclamation? Volume and concentration thresholds depend on the material type and recovery pathway. Once sample data is submitted, we run an evaluation and advise whether reclamation is economically and technically viable under our molybdenum recycling services. ### Can I send mixed metal scrap that contains molybdenum along with other metals? Yes. Mixed metal scrap qualifies for our molybdenum reclamation services as long as the composition is disclosed. We assess the mixture, classify by content, then determine the best way to recover the metal or metals. --- ## Vanadium Recycling & Refining Services URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/metal-recycling-services/vanadium/ # Vanadium Recycling Services Metal & Catalyst Resources provides specialized vanadium recycling services for spent catalysts, slags, and residues containing vanadium compounds. The founder of Metal & Catalyst Resources has been closely involved in the vanadium usage, sales, and refining industries since 1975, and as a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of the vanadium market. ## Precision Processes for Vanadium-Bearing Materials Vanadium recovery begins with a deep understanding of how metals behave in complex matrices. At MCR, each material, whether it's a spent catalyst, ash, slag, or metallurgical residue, is evaluated for vanadium content, oxidation state, and potential contaminants. Precision controls, transparent settlements, and strict environmental compliance are how we manage every project, regardless of scale or source material. ## Complete Vanadium Reclamation Capabilities Recovering vanadium from secondary sources requires expertise at every stage. MCR applies controlled methodologies that maximize recovery while maintaining full accountability. Through a combination of hydrometallurgical and thermal processes, vanadium is reclaimed, refined, and returned to the supply chain in high-value form or is used as a raw material in other production lines. Key process stages include: - Sample evaluation and chemical analysis verification - Calcining or oxidation of organics and carrier media if needed - Leaching and selective extraction of vanadium compounds - Production of vanadium compounds - Utilization of contained vanadium as a raw material in the production of other vanadium-containing products ## Refining Vanadium from Complex Industrial Streams MCR maintains the flexibility to process a wide range of feedstocks, from hydroprocessing catalysts to metallurgical residues and vanadium-containing slags and ashes. Each material undergoes a targeted refining route based on its unique chemical composition and the ratio of vanadium to other metals. Our spent vanadium catalyst and vanadium slag recycling capabilities enable recovery from challenging matrices that conventional recyclers often avoid. ## Sustainable Metallurgy Backed by Global Reach We operate within a global network of refining and processing partners capable of handling vanadium materials of many different origins. Our vanadium recycling, refining, and reclamation programs align with international environmental standards while supporting long-term material reuse. Our global program includes: - Secure, fully compliant transport coordination - Certificates of reclamation for regulatory assurance - Environmentally responsible refining partnerships - Transparency in analysis, verification, and settlement ## Frequently Asked Questions About Our Vanadium Recycling, Recovery, & Refining Services ### What types of materials can be processed through vanadium recycling services? We accept a wide range of vanadium containing materials, including spent catalysts, metallurgical slags and ashes, filter cakes, and process residues. Each feedstock is evaluated for vanadium content, oxidation state, and compatibility with our refining and recovery systems. ### Do you handle hazardous classifications for vanadium materials? Yes. Our logistics and compliance teams coordinate the transport and documentation of vanadium materials regulated as hazardous and/or dangerous goods under local or international standards. We manage manifests, permitting, and documentary requirements in accordance with applicable environmental laws. ### What end products result from vanadium refining services? Depending on the customer's requirements and upon the raw material's characteristics, recovered vanadium can be refined into vanadium pentoxide, ferrovanadium, or vanadium salts suitable for metallurgical and chemical reuse. Or, it can be used as a raw material in the manufacture of other vanadium products. --- ## Minor Metals For Sale / Raw Material Sales URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/raw-minor-metal-sales/ # Buy Minor Metals and Raw Materials Metal & Catalyst Resources services industrial producers and refiners by purchasing, recycling, reclaiming, and/or refining the metals contained in their spent catalysts, metal scrap, residues, sludges, and slurries. These catalysts and residues typically contain one or more of the following metals or metal compounds: Nickel (Ni), Cobalt (Co), Molybdenum (Mo), Vanadium (V), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Platinum (Pt), Palladium (Pd), Rhodium (Rh), Rhenium (Re), Ruthenium (Ru), Gold (Au), Iridium (Ir), or Silver (Ag). Although these metals comprise the majority of Metal & Catalyst Resources' recycling, reclamation, and refining business, MCR also works with such metals as Chromium (Cr), Selenium (Se), Tellurium (Te), Tungsten (W), Yttrium (Y), Europium (Eu), Niobium (Nb), Neodymium (Nd), Gallium (Ga), Gadolinium (Gd), and others. ## Nickel Sales MCR is a seller of alnico (aluminum, nickel, cobalt) alloy, nickel carbonate, nickel oxide, as well as nickel spent materials, nickel concentrates, nickel residues, and nickel containing scrap. ## Nickel Oxide MCR is a manufacturer of black nickel oxide. This oxide is produced from a nickel carbonate raw material with a compound purity of 99.8%. Typical specification ranges for this black nickel oxide are: - 68–78% Nickel Content - 10–100 m²/g Surface Area - mv of 2–25 μm Particle Size The reason for the range in specifications is that MCR has the capability during production of the black nickel oxide to selectively target various nickel content and surface area parameters, and has the post-production ability to mill the nickel oxide to finer particle sizes, based on customer requirements. ## Cobalt Sales Metal & Catalyst Resources is a seller of Cobalt products for metallurgical and chemical uses. MCR's Cobalt products include: - +99% pure Cobalt Oxide - Alnico (Aluminum Nickel Cobalt) alloy of varying compositions - Cobalt containing spent catalysts and residues - Cobalt Salts The actual compositions of these products vary based on client needs and end-use applications. ## Molybdenum Sales Metal & Catalyst Resources sells molybdenum products for chemical, catalyst, and metallurgical use. MCR's molybdenum products take the form of: - Ammonium Hepta Molybdate - Ammonium Di Molybdate - Molybdenum Disulfide - Calcium Molybdate - Chemical Grade Molybdenum Oxide (MoO3) The actual compositions of these products vary based on client needs and end-use applications. MCR is also a seller of inert ceramic support, or diluent (sized 5mm or 6mm in diameter), that are often mixed with molybdenum catalysts. These beads are separated from spent catalyst, and are then washed, cleaned, and dried. The beads can then be reused as refurbished inert rings. ## Vanadium Sales Metal & Catalyst Resources sells vanadium products for metallurgical use, and for use in pigments, chemical products, and catalysts. MCR's vanadium products take the form of: - Vanadium pentoxide (in powder or fused flake form) (V2O5) - Sodium vanadate - Sodium ammonium vanadate - Ammonium metavanadate - Ferrovanadium The actual compositions of these products vary based on client needs and end-use applications. ## Copper Sales and Zinc Sales MCR sells various types and compositions of copper concentrates, spent materials, and residues; as well as zinc oxide dust, spent materials, and residues; for use in agricultural and metallurgical applications. ## Tellurium Dioxide Sales Metal & Catalyst Resources' Tellurium Dioxide is packaged, as a standard, in 25 kilogram (55.11 pound) pails. Nonstandard packaging can be accommodated if necessary, and must be discussed with MCR's commercial department prior to shipment. A typical analysis of MCR's TeO2 is as follows: - Te: 79.72% - Na: 0.045% - Al: <0.001% - S: 0.013% - Ca: 0.004% - Cr: <0.001% - Mn: <0.001% - Fe: 0.002% - Ni: <0.001% - Cu: <0.001% - As: <0.001% - Se: <0.001% - Pb: <0.001% - Mg: <0.001% - Cd: <0.001% ## Other Minor Metals For Sale MCR is supplying now, or has in the past supplied, the following products to its customers: - +98.5% purity Sulfur - Magnesium ingots - Calcium Magnesium ingots - Ammonium Perrhenate - Selenium metal powder - Rhenium metal - Tantalum metal scrap - Niobium ingots - Ores of manganese, tantalum, or tungsten The above lists are not all inclusive, and MCR will happily work with clients on a case-by-case basis to locate low-cost suppliers of raw materials. ## Frequently Asked Questions About Raw Minor Metals ### What minor metals for sale does MCR offer? MCR offers a comprehensive range of minor metals for sale, including nickel, cobalt, molybdenum, vanadium, copper, zinc, and tellurium dioxide. We also supply magnesium ingots, niobium ingots, calcium/magnesium ingots, sulfur, selenium metal powder, rhenium metal, tantalum metal scrap, and various ores. Our raw minor metals are available in different forms and purities to meet specific metallurgical and chemical applications. ### How can I buy minor metals from Metal & Catalyst Resources? To buy minor metals from MCR, contact our Commercial Department at (713) 664-0050 or through our contact page. We work with clients to understand their specific requirements, including material composition, purity levels, quantities, and delivery timelines. Each order is customized based on client needs and end-use applications. ### What makes MCR different as a minor metals supplier? As an established minor metals supplier, MCR combines decades of industry experience with direct manufacturing capabilities. We produce our own black nickel oxide with customizable specifications and maintain relationships with global suppliers for consistent material availability. Our expertise spans both purchasing spent materials and selling refined products, giving us unique market insights. ### What are the typical specifications for your raw minor metals? Our raw minor metals specifications vary by material and customer requirements. For example, our black nickel oxide contains 68–78% nickel content with a customizable surface area (10–100 m²/g) and particle size (2–25 μm). We can provide detailed specifications and certificates of analysis for all materials upon request. ### Do you offer custom packaging and quantities for minor metals purchases? Yes, we accommodate custom packaging and quantities based on customer needs. Our standard tellurium dioxide packaging is often packaged in 25-kilogram pails, depending upon the quantity requested. We can arrange alternative packaging when necessary. For other materials, packaging and quantities are discussed during the ordering process to meet your specific handling and storage requirements. ### What industries typically buy minor metals from MCR? Our minor metals serve diverse industries, including metallurgical, chemical, catalyst manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, and specialty alloy production. Customers use our materials for applications ranging from catalyst production and metal alloying to chemical processing and specialized manufacturing processes. --- ## FerroBio Iron Hydroxide Powder URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/ferrobio-iron-hydroxide-powder/ # FerroBio Iron Hydroxide Powder Metal & Catalyst Resources is the exclusive US agent for The FerroBio Group, who mine and process high-quality Iron Hydroxide powders for anaerobic digestion and biogas desulfurization applications. FerroBio products have proven themselves to be highly effective at removal of Hydrogen Sulfide in anaerobic digesters and biogas plants using food waste, dairy manure, pig manure, and chicken manure, as well as in municipal waste plants and water treatment sites. FerroBio is a natural, OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) Certified Iron Powder, made of functional iron hydroxides and iron oxides, that is used to control Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) in biogas and anaerobic digestion plants. Upon reaction with Hydrogen Sulfide, FerroBio generates Iron Sulfide & pure Sulphur, which are helpful additives enhancing the properties of fertilizers. FerroBio is easy to use, non-toxic, non-corrosive, and non-hazardous, helping generate high-quality compost that enhances all types of fertilizers. FerroBio is 100% natural, comes straight from the mine, and contains naturally occurring trace-elements of Cobalt (Co), Copper (Cu), Manganese (Mn), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), Potassium (K), Selenium (Se), & Zinc (Zn), which all positively impact the biology of the digestate in anaerobic digestion and biogas plants. In some cases, these trace-elements allow plant operators to reduce or remove investments in additional trace-elements, making FerroBio an extremely efficient & economical choice. We have three grades of product: standard FerroBio, fast-acting FerroBio+, and FerroBio Ammonia, which is excellent for reducing Ammonia, in addition to Hydrogen Sulfide removal, in poultry manure digesters and food waste digesters. Material is held in US stock and can be shipped in biodegradable 20kg bags or in 1-ton supersacks, depending on customer preference. --- ## Contact Us URL: https://www.metalandcatalyst.com/contact/ # Contact Us *All forms not submitted in English may take a few days for MCR to translate and to reply. Contact form fields: Name, Company, Email, Phone, Subject, Message, Attach File (max. 50 MB). ## Metal & Catalyst Resources LP **Mailing Address:** 1513 West Dallas Street Suite 200 Houston, TX 77019 USA **Metal & Catalyst's Commercial Department can be reached at:** - (713) 664-0050 - (713) 664-0194 --- *End of file. This is a full-content companion to llms.txt (the condensed link-index version) for Metal & Catalyst Resources (metalandcatalyst.com).*