Spark plug purchasing & recycling: Top prices for iridium and platinum
► Professional valuation of CHP and automotive spark plugs.
| Used spark plugs are not just waste – they are a strategic source of raw materials for the energy transition! Modern spark plugs (from automotive and combined heat and power (CHP) engines, including those manufactured by Jenbacher, MWM, MAN, Caterpillar, 2G, Schnell, Wärtsilä, Denso, Beru and Champion) can contain the extremely rare precious metal iridium. As iridium is primarily obtained as a limited by-product of platinum and nickel production, spark plug recycling plays an important role in securing the raw material supply of the future. Start collecting and recycling with us today! |
► We buy the following types of used and end-of-life spark plugs:
Spark plugs from CHP engines
Automotive spark plugs
💡 Why is iridium recycling so important today?
► Essential for green hydrogen: The German government is heavily supporting the development of the country's hydrogen industry. Iridium plays a crucial role as a catalyst in PEM electrolysis for hydrogen production.
► Critical raw material shortage: Iridium is not mined directly anywhere in the world. Instead, it is recovered as a rare by-product of platinum and nickel production. Global production volumes cannot simply be increased to meet growing demand.
► The solution is urban mining: By recovering valuable raw materials from used components, NORDKAT GmbH helps reduce dependence on primary resources. Recycling iridium-containing spark plugs from passenger cars and combined heat and power (CHP) engines helps conserve valuable resources and supports more resilient supply chains in Germany.
🛠️ Your spark plug sales: Fair, fast & transparent
As an owner-managed recycling company, we guarantee you a straightforward and hassle-free process:
► No registration required: You can check our purchase prices and terms online without creating a customer account.
► Transparent pricing: Our purchase price lists are based on current precious metal market prices and are freely accessible online at any time.
► Nationwide purchasing in Germany: Whether you operate an automotive workshop, a biogas plant or an industrial business, we purchase your materials throughout Germany, regardless of quantity.
👉 We buy your used spark plugs – throughout Germany, with reliable service and valuations based on current market prices.
Do you have questions about our purchasing process or shipping? We're happy to provide personal assistance! Contact us directly or find detailed information in our online FAQs.