Determination of Platinum, Palladium, and Rhodium in Spent Automotive Catalytic Converters
More than ever, highly variable compositions and volatile prices of platinum (Pt), palladium (Pd), and rhodium (Rh) are important factors in the purchase and recycling of spent catalytic converters. In 2010, the global sales of Pt, Pd, and Rh totalled, respectively, 245, 299, and 27.2 tons. About 46% of the total Pt, 57% of the total Pd, and 77% of the total Rh were consumed by the automotive catalyst industry. That same year, 33.7 tons of Pt, 41.2 tons of Pd, and 7.3 tons of Rh were recovered from the recycling of spent catalytic converters [1], representing a total value of $3 billion at the 2010 cumulative average price of fine metals.
Related Products
Niton XL3t Series Handheld XRF Analysers
