
Silver Scrap
Form: Solids, powders, or sludge
Typical Silver Content: 5-95% depending on source
Recovery Method: Electrolysis or chemical precipitation
Description
Silver Scrap includes various silver-bearing materials such as jewelry scraps, photographic films, electronic components, and industrial byproducts. This recyclable material is processed to recover high-purity silver for reuse.
Sources:
- Jewelry: Broken or outdated silver jewelry
- Electronics: Contacts, switches, and circuit boards
- Photographic: X-ray films and photo processing waste
- Industrial: Silver-coated materials and manufacturing waste