Recyclers & Scrap metal
Our experts are ready to help you find the perfect solution whether it’s hallmarking, analytical testing or valuations,
Independent analysis, verification, and assurance to support recovery, value, and compliance
Recyclers and scrap metal processors operate at the front line of material recovery, sustainability, and circular economy activity. Accurate identification, analysis, and valuation of scrap and recycled metals are essential to protecting margins, ensuring compliance, and maintaining trust with suppliers, buyers, and regulators.
For over 250 years, Birmingham Assay Office has provided independent expertise in precious metals analysis, materials testing, and market integrity. Today, we support recyclers, scrap metal processors, and secondary metal operators with impartial testing, expert verification, and authoritative services designed to maximise recovery value while managing commercial and regulatory risk.
Your challenges...
Recyclers and scrap processors face increasing pressure to:
- Accurately identify and analyse mixed or contaminated metal streams
- Determine precious and base metal content for fair valuation
- Manage variability in feedstock from multiple sources
- Demonstrate compliance with environmental and trading regulations
- Reduce disputes with suppliers, refiners, and buyers
- Support transparent settlement and pricing
- Protect reputation in a high-risk, margin-sensitive market
Independent verification is essential to maintaining confidence and control across the recycling supply chain.
How Birmingham Assay Office supports you...
Precious Metal & Materials Analysis
- Independent analysis of gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and alloys
- Identification of precious metal content within mixed scrap
- Verification of material composition prior to processing or sale
Providing clarity on value and recovery potential.
Independent Verification for Settlement & Trade
- Third-party verification to support fair pricing and settlement
- Impartial reporting trusted by recyclers, refiners, and traders
- Support for dispute resolution where material value is contested
Helping protect both commercial margins and trading relationships.
Due Diligence, Compliance & Governance Support
- Documentation to support audits, traceability, and compliance
- Support for responsible sourcing and material provenance
- Alignment with environmental and regulatory expectations
Strengthening governance and reducing regulatory exposure.
Risk Management & Quality Control
- Identification of contamination or non-conforming material
- Batch and spot testing to monitor incoming scrap quality
- Independent insight to support process optimisation
Reducing operational risk and improving consistency.
Expert Advice & Technical Insight
- Access to experienced materials and precious metal specialists
- Guidance on unusual, legacy, or complex scrap materials
- Independent technical opinion to support commercial decisions
Providing confidence in high-value or high-risk scenarios.
Get in Touch
If you are a recycler or scrap metal processor, Birmingham Assay Office can support you with independent materials analysis, precious metal verification, and expert assurance to maximise recovery value and manage risk.
to discuss services for recyclers and scrap metal processors.
Why choose Birmingham Assay Office?
- Heritage Authority – Over 250 years of trusted expertise in metals and materials
- Independent & Impartial – No commercial interest in buying or selling scrap
- Technical Excellence – Accurate analysis and authoritative interpretation
- Market-Focused – Deep understanding of recycling and secondary metal markets
“Birmingham Assay Office’s independent analysis gave us confidence in the true value of our scrap material. Their expertise helped us protect margins and trade with certainty.“
Representative from
Global Jewellery Retailer
Contact us
Birmingham Assay office
0121 820 0773
Address
1 Moreton St, Birmingham, B1 3AX