With processing centers across the US and UK, NTR Metals provides over 20,000 companies with local access to true refiner returns.

NTR Metals has rapidly become one of the largest precious metals companies in the world, serving the refining needs of jewelers, pawnbrokers, and other members of the precious metals industry. Our ability to provide commercial clients with faster turnaround times and convenient access to local processing centers has given new meaning to the term, liquidity.

Our knowledge and technology facilitate fast and accurate turnaround

NTR Metals delivers the fastest returns in the industry. Most customers receive payment in less than one hour. This is accomplished by employing the most advanced technology and a proven methodology to precisely weigh, sample and assay.

We use a two-tiered quality-control system for optimal testing accuracy. Our trained professionals perform onsite calibration of all testing equipment. Additionally, this equipment is serviced centrally on a regular basis to keep it performing according to specifications.

NTR Metals developed the Metals Information Data Access System (MIDAS) ^TM to manage efficiently the detailed information regarding each customers’ refining lot. Learn more.

Customer-specified lock ins to avoid market volatility

NTR Metals commercial customers have the option to call our hedging desk during trading hours (8:30am CST – 5:30pm CST) to lock in the then-current precious metal spot price before shipping or bringing their metal to one of our processing locations. This service gives our customers the opportunity to hedge against sudden market fluctuations. Learn more.

NTR Metals is more than just a precious metals refiner

NTR Metals is a fully-integrated precious metals company that acquires, refines and mints precious metal bullion products for commercial clients. By integrating a broad spectrum of precious metals products and services, we create operating efficiencies that benefit our scrap and precious metal bullion customers. Learn more.

Convenient access with over 30 locations across the US and UK

NTR Metals operates over 30 locations in the United States and United Kingdom. These centers provide convenient drop-off access and typical turnaround times of one hour. For customers who are not close to one of our branch locations or simply prefer the ease of shipping, we offer the ability to lock in a spot price prior to shipment, with same-day settlement upon receipt. Learn more.

Industry-leading turnaround on precious metals sweeps

For companies that manufacture or repair jewelry, NTR Metals provides 7-10 day turnaround for processing floor sweeps, bench sweeps, polishings, filters and shop cleanups. Precious metals sweeps are assayed via inductively-coupled plasma (ICP) technology for discerning precious metals content with utmost accuracy. Learn more.