Umicore
 

RECYCLING INDUSTRIAL CATALYSTS - HOME

Recycling of industrial precious metal catalysts

Precious metal catalysts are crucial for many technical syntheses.
In oil refining and petrochemical processes the main application fields are catalytic reforming, isomerisation and hydrocracking. Such precious metal bearing catalysts are also used in bulk and speciality chemicals productions.

Due to the high value of precious metals, the recycling of the spent catalyst at the end of its life is crucial for the overall economic performance of a catalytic process.

Umicore Precious Metals Refining has developed a suitable technology for the efficient and environmentally sound reclaiming of valuable metals.