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Non-Ferrous Zinc
Old Zinc Die Cast
Grade: SavesMedium Tier
Used zinc die castings from automotive and hardware
Market Price EstimateUpdated Daily
$1,650/ MT
+85 (5.4%)vs yesterday
Verified specifications & market data
Certification Requirements
Required certifications, standards compliance, and verification protocols.
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
Scope
Die-cast manufacturing, virgin scrap management, ultra-pure quality verification, primary processing integration
Requirement
- Supplier Must Maintain Active Iso 9001 Certification Throughout Contract Term
- Primary Processor Integration Expertise Documented
Certification BodyAccredited third-party audit body with primary zinc processing specialization
RenewalAnnual audit required; primary processing accreditation maintained; specialization verified
Certificate of Analysis
Content
- Zinc content: 95-99.5% by weight DOCUMENTED (PRIMARY PROCESSING SPECIFICATION - HIGHEST PURITY)
- Copper content: <3% confirmed (new production low tolerance; vs. old cast 10%)
- Lead content: <0.5% verified (modern lead-free specification; vs. old cast 4%)
- Iron content: <0.2% documented (PRIMARY PROCESSING ULTRA-STRICT; virgin clean specification)
- Cadmium content: <0.005% QUANTIFIED AT PPB LEVEL (HAZMAT ULTRA-CRITICAL; occupational/environmental safety)
- Aluminum alloying: <2% documented (alloy component minimal)
- Magnesium: <1% documented (new production minimal)
- Tin: <0.5% documented (trace element)
- Nickel: <0.1% documented (contamination control)
- Other trace elements: <0.5% combined documented
- Surface oxidation: <1% documented (new production minimal)
- Material identity: NEW PRODUCTION ZINC SCRAP CONFIRMED (virgin manufacturing trim/scrap; not used material)
- Processing compatibility: ULTRA-PURE specification suitable for DIRECT primary zinc smelter charging
Comprehensive ICP-AES Report
Explicit Requirement
MUST state:
- Zinc 95-99.5% CONFIRMED (primary processing specification)
- Cadmium <0.005% verified at ppb-level accuracy (ICP-AES ultra-sensitive)
- Lead <0.5% verified (lead-free)
- Iron <0.2% verified (primary processing)
- all elements within ultra-pure specification MET
Hazmat Ultra-Critical Cadmium Screening Certificate
Explicit Requirement
MUST state:
- Cadmium <0.005% (ppb-level threshold) VERIFIED by ultra-sensitive ICP-AES
- occupational health hazard CONTROLLED
- environmental contamination risk MINIMIZED
- primary processing hazmat ultra-critical standards MET
- material fit for foundry worker safety protocols CONFIRMED
New Production Scrap Verification Certificate
Content
- Manufacturing source: die-casting foundry confirmed
- Scrap type: manufacturing trim, gates, risers, rejects documented
- Condition: factory-fresh, new production verified
- Service history: ZERO service wear; virgin material confirmed
- Age: recent manufacturing scrap; factory storage only
- ISRI Scabs: grade specification compliance confirmed
Explicit Requirement
MUST state:
- New production zinc die-cast scrap CONFIRMED
- factory-fresh manufacturing trim/reject origin VERIFIED
- not used/service-worn material
- virgin manufacturing source AUTHENTICATED
- ISRI Scabs grade specification MET
- new production condition NON-NEGOTIABLE
Lead-Free Formulation Certification
Explicit Requirement
MUST state:
- Modern lead-free zinc-copper alloy formulation CONFIRMED
- <0.5% lead verified
- RoHS compliance established
- occupational health standard MET
- modern manufacturing specification compliance verified
Primary Processing Protocol Compatibility Certificate
Explicit Requirement
MUST state:
- Material CERTIFIED compatible with primary zinc pyrometallurgical smelting
- ultra-pure specification SUITABLE for direct smelter charging
- primary processing feedstock status VERIFIED
- remelting protocol ESTABLISHED
- integration protocol CONFIRMED
Insurance Certificate
Minimum Coverage
- Virgin Ultra-Pure Zinc
- Primary Processor Critical Feedstock
- High-Value Material
- Occupational/Environmental Hazmat Cadmium Overlay
- Specialized Processing Expertise
Rejection Criteria
Conditions and thresholds that trigger immediate rejection or downgrading.
Zinc content insufficient
Threshold
Zn <95%
Action
FULL REJECTION
Reason
- Material Below Primary Processing Specification
- Ultra-Pure Feedstock Requirement Unmet
- Smelter Integration Protocol Violated
Test Method
- Icp-Aes Verification
- Elemental Profile Analysis
Severity
CRITICAL - SPECIFICATION VIOLATION
Consequence:
- Full Rejection
- Material Unsuitable For Primary Processing Direct Charging
Cadmium contamination excessive
Threshold
Cd >0.005%
Action
- Immediate Full Rejection
- Hazmat Emergency Protocols
- Occupational Health Investigation
Reason
- Hazmat Ultra-Critical: Cadmium Toxicity Extreme
- Even Ppb-Level Excess Unacceptable
- Worker Health Violation
- Environmental Hazard
Test Method
- Icp-Aes Ultra-Sensitive Verification
- Ppb-Level Cadmium Detection
Severity
ABSOLUTE CRITICAL - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH VIOLATION
Consequence:
- Immediate Full Rejection
- Hazmat Emergency Response Protocols Activated
- Occupational Health Investigation Mandatory
- Supplier Liability Extreme
Lead content excessive
Threshold
Pb >0.5%
Action
FULL REJECTION
Reason
- Lead Exceeds Modern Lead-Free Specification
- Occupational Health Concern
- Material Violates Current Manufacturing Standard
Test Method
- Xrf Or Icp-Aes Verification
- Lead Quantification
Severity
CRITICAL - MODERN SPECIFICATION VIOLATION
Consequence:
- Full Rejection
- Material Unsuitable For Modern Primary Processing
Iron contamination excessive
Threshold
Fe >0.2%
Action
FULL REJECTION
Reason
- Iron Exceeds Primary Processing Ultra-Strict Specification
- Smelter Contamination Concern
- Feedstock Compatibility Violated
Test Method
- Xrf Or Icp-Aes Verification
- Iron Strict Limit Quantification
Severity
CRITICAL - PRIMARY PROCESSOR PROTOCOL
Consequence:
- Full Rejection
- Material Unsuitable For Direct Smelter Integration
Used or service-worn material detected
Threshold
Material exhibits service wear, oxidation >1%, or age evidence
Action
FULL REJECTION or reclassification to old zinc diecast
Reason
- Material Must Be New Production Manufacturing Scrap
- Used Material Violates Scabs Specification
- Virgin Purity Requirement Unmet
Test Method
- Visual Assessment
- Condition Evaluation
- Manufacturing Source Verification
Severity
CRITICAL - GRADE SPECIFICATION VIOLATION
Consequence:
Full rejection or reclassification to significantly lower grade (£1,450 vs. £1,850)
Foreign material or contamination
Threshold
Visible non-zinc contamination OR foreign material >0.05%
Action
FULL REJECTION
Reason
- Primary Processing Requires Ultra-Clean Ultra-Pure Material
- Contamination Unacceptable
- Foundry Protocol Violation
Test Method
- Visual Inspection
- Elemental Analysis
- Contamination Profile
Severity
CRITICAL - ULTRA-PURE PROTOCOL
Consequence:
- Full Rejection
- Material Unsuitable For Virgin Feedstock Recovery
Copper content excessive
Threshold
Cu >3%
Action
FULL REJECTION or reclassification
Reason
- Copper Exceeds New Production Specification
- Alloy Composition Incompatible
- Primary Processing Protocol Violated
Test Method
- Xrf Or Icp-Aes Verification
- Copper Quantification
Severity
CRITICAL - NEW PRODUCTION SPEC
Consequence:
- Full Rejection Or Substantial Reclassification
- Material Unsuitable For Primary Processing
Oxidation excessive or material damaged
Threshold
Surface oxidation >1% OR structural damage visible OR corrosion evident
Action
Full rejection or reclassification
Reason
- New Production Condition Violated
- Factory-Fresh Material Requirement Unmet
- Oxidative Degradation Concern
Test Method
- Visual Assessment
- Oxidation Percentage Measurement
- Structural Evaluation
Severity
CRITICAL - NEW PRODUCTION CONDITION
Consequence:
- Full Rejection Or Downgrade To Old Zinc Category
- Material Unsuitable For Ultra-Pure Feedstock