Selling a catalytic converter legally
Catalytic converter laws by state
Every state regulates who can sell a detached converter, what the buyer must record, and how you get paid. Pick your state for a plain-language summary and a link to the official statute. These pages are a guide, not legal advice; the linked statute is the authority.
Converter-specific means the state has rules written for catalytic convertersGeneral scrap means general scrap metal rules apply
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Proof of ownership
Most states ask a seller to show where the converter came from: a repair order, a title, or a business license for shops and yards.
What the buyer records
Your ID, the vehicle of origin, a photo of the unit, and the transaction. We keep these records for the period your state requires.
How you get paid
Many states forbid cash for converters and some impose a holding period. We pay by check or wire, which satisfies every state where we buy.