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Certifying Secondary Metals: Analytical Testing for Urban Mining and Scrap Recycling

By Swathi Kodaikal | Apr 29, 2026

Unverified secondary metals carry significant contamination risks. Analytical testing can help certify scrap and e-waste for the supply chain

A lab technician (with heat-resistant gloves) near a muffle furnace. They are placing small crucibles or examining small, shiny beads of recovered gold and silver that have been separated during a fire assay (cupellation) process.

Crushed lithium and cobalt ores in ICP-MS vials in a testing lab setting.

Evolving Metals and Mining Testing Requirements for ESG and Compliance

Nov 28, 2025

close-up view of stainless steel chain links

Stainless Steel Testing: Ensuring Quality and Performance (SUS vs. SS)

Aug 14, 2025

Metallurgical Testing

Aug 13, 2025

Close-up of a rock showing traces of rare earth metal ore.

What Is Rare Earth Metals Testing?: Methods, Standards, and Opportunities

May 22, 2025

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image of multiple types of metal bars made of different alloys

Understanding Metal Permeability Testing

Mar 14, 2024

Essential Techniques and Insights for Engineering and Material Science

Guide to Corrosion Testing of Metals

Mar 3, 2023

Several types of corrosion testing are available to assess the durability and resilience of metals under various conditions

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