Metal recycling specialists for over 45 years.
MetCat buys and processes scrap metals and catalytic converters across the UK and Europe. Selling cat converters in bulk? Use the MetCat App. Selling smaller amounts or other scrap? Just get in touch.
Specialist services under one roof
From metal purchasing to catalytic converter processing — MetCat handles it all with live pricing, fast turnarounds, and decades of expertise.
Metal Purchasing
We buy non-ferrous metals like brass, copper, aluminium, and lead at competitive prices. Bring materials to our yard or arrange a collection with our team.
Metallic Catalyst Processing
One of only a handful of facilities in Europe with an in-house metallic catalyst processing line. We buy and process catalytic converters.
Tungsten Carbide
One of the UK's leading tungsten buyers. We buy every form of tungsten carbide at competitive prices, with fast payment and collection available.
DPF & Ceramic Processing
We buy DPFs and ceramic catalytic material, testing it in-house to give you an accurate price with no volume limits and full transparency.
Live prices. Real-time quotes. Powered by The Metcat App.
Built for high-volume suppliers, the MetCat App puts catalytic converter prices in your pocket. No more calling for quotes or checking yesterday's price list. Download, register, and start trading with full transparency from day one.
Real-time pricing for catalytic converters
5,000+ catalytic converters catalogued and priced
Built for serious, high-volume suppliers
Built different from your average scrapyard
Pricing via The Metcat App
Real-time prices for high-volume sellers of catalytic converters.
Processing Capability
We operate one of only a handful of metallic catalyst processing lines in Europe. In-house, specialist, and proven.
Metals + Catalytic Converters, One Partner
Most yards do one or the other. We handle non-ferrous metals, tungsten, and catalytic converters — all under one roof.
Smooth, Reliable Transactions
Fair pricing, efficient processes, and reliable settlements — backed by the financial strength to handle business at any scale.
MetCat started as a family-run scrapyard in Wolverhampton in 1980. Today we combine that hands-on expertise with The Metcat App — the live pricing platform we use, built for the trade. One yard, one family, and a platform the industry actually relies on.
Est. 1980
5,000+ converters
One of a handful in Europe
45+ Years, Family-Run
Started as a scrapyard in Wolverhampton. Still family-run, still built on honest pricing and long-term relationships. Four decades of hands-on experience in metals and catalytic converters.
Pricing Powered by The Metcat App
Our live pricing is powered by the MetCat app, developed from over 45 years of experience buying catalytic converters and non-ferrous metals. The same technology our team uses every day is available to customers across the UK.
Certified & Industry-Approved
Fully compliant with UK recycling and waste management regulations. BMRA member, CfA approved — a partner you can confidently present to procurement and management.
The technology is an extension of our expertise, not a substitute for it.
Selling to MetCat — here's how it works
Check Live Prices
Check live prices on the app or get in touch to see real-time prices for your metals or catalytic converters.
Sell or Arrange Processing
Bring materials to our yard, arrange a collection, or discuss processing services for metallic catalysts.
Get Paid
Smooth, reliable settlement. No chasing invoices, no unnecessary delays.
Trusted by yards, traders, and manufacturers across the UK
“We have worked with Metcat for over 5 years, both as a supplier of automotive catalysts & as a trusted tolling partner. They have consistently proven themselves to be reliable, professional & committed to maintaining high standards. We value the strong relationship we’ve built & consider them a loyal & dependable partner.”
“We have been trading with Metcat since 2023 [...] We have been impressed with their product and industry knowledge, reliability and their efficient customer service in conjunction with their prompt payment performance. We have no hesitation in recommending their services.”
Ready to work with MetCat?
If you'd like to sell a cat converter once-off, or you have other scrap metal to sell, get in touch with us directly to receive a quote. If you are selling 40+ cat converters per month, download the MetCat App.
Common questions about selling to MetCat
We buy non-ferrous metals, catalytic converters, tungsten carbide and DPF and ceramic material.
You can check live prices through the MetCat app for catalytic converters, or get in touch with our team for a direct quote on other materials.
Both. You can bring materials to our yard or arrange a collection with our team.
Once your material is weighed or processed, payment is made promptly with no unnecessary delays.
Yes. We are fully compliant with UK recycling and waste management regulations, and are a BMRA member with Environment Agency approval.
MetCat is based at Old Heath Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 2RT, and [NEW ADDRESS], where we operate our metal purchasing and processing facilities.
