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California regulates scrap dealers under Business and Professions Code Sections 21600–21609 as Secondary Metals Recyclers (SMRs). The California Department of Justice (DOJ) administers registration; local law enforcement handles compliance.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Issuing agency | California Department of Justice (DOJ) |
| Annual fee | $200/location |
| Thumbprint required | Yes — from all sellers of nonferrous metals |
| Cat conv hold | 3 calendar days; check mailed to address; no in-person cash payment |
| Electronic reporting | No statewide requirement; check local county ordinance |
California's catalytic converter law (BPC § 21608.5) is among the strictest nationally. See the full catalytic converter guide for complete California requirements.
Verify current requirements at oag.ca.gov.
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