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Ohio regulates scrap dealers under Revised Code Chapter 4737 as Junk Dealers. Unlike most states, Ohio licenses through the county auditor's office in each county where the dealer operates.

ItemDetail
Issuing agencyCounty Auditor (each county separately)
Annual fee$25–$75/location (county-set)
Record retention1 year minimum
Payment hold3 calendar days
Weight recordingRequired for each catalytic converter

Contact the county auditor in each county where you operate for the exact application process and current fee.

Verify with your county auditor's office.

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