WA
Washington
Washington mandates VIN marking requirements for detached catalytic converters prior to off-site transport, and unmarked parts may be subject to seizure and penalties under state statute.
Compliance & Regulations
A compliance-first operating model for licensed businesses in the catalytic converter and automotive core market.
Regulations vary by state and can change over time. Below are key references for common service-area states and official citations where available.
Compliance matters. Converters Plus operates with strict documentation standards and works with licensed businesses.
Always confirm the most current requirements in your state before transacting.
OR
Oregon
Oregon’s Senate Bill 803 restricts purchaser eligibility and requires detailed recordkeeping (including VIN and seller information). Cash payments are prohibited and unauthorized purchases are unlawful.
ID
Idaho
Idaho’s scrap metal statute (Title 54, Chapter 27) governs the purchase and receipt of nonferrous metal property — including catalytic converters — and addresses lawful sourcing and documentation.
MT
Montana
Montana statute sets conditions on catalytic converter sales, including payment timing and transaction limits for unlicensed sellers.
NV / UT / AK
Nevada, Utah, Alaska
These states commonly regulate catalytic converter transactions through broader nonferrous metals and scrap metal laws. For official compliance details and specific code citations, reference the state legislature site and search: “scrap metal,” “nonferrous metal,” or “catalytic converter.”