{"id":5777,"date":"2026-01-14T10:13:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T09:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reciclajesymetalesperez.com\/?p=5777"},"modified":"2026-01-22T15:30:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T14:30:03","slug":"scrapyard-bunyola-authorised-treatment-centre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reciclajesymetalesperez.com\/en\/scrapyard-bunyola-authorised-treatment-centre","title":{"rendered":"Regulations on metal recycling in Mallorca: what you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Metal recycling is not just a matter of environmental awareness. In Mallorca, as in the rest of the Balearic Islands, there are specific regulations governing how metal waste and end-of-life vehicles should be managed, who can do so and under what conditions. Knowing these rules helps to avoid mistakes, unnecessary penalties and, above all, ensures that materials are managed correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are an individual or a company, understanding the basics of these regulations is key before recycling metal or deregistering a vehicle<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why there are specific regulations for metal recycling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Metals are materials with a high reuse value, but they can also cause problems if not managed correctly. For this reason, regulations establish a clear framework to ensure that metal waste is treated properly, uncontrolled dumping is prevented, and the traceability of materials is guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, these regulations promote a circular economy model, in which recoverable metals and components can be returned to the production cycle instead of becoming uncontrolled waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who can recycle metals and manage end-of-life vehicles in Mallorca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Mallorca, metal recycling and end-of-life vehicle (ELV) management must always be carried out through authorised treatment centres, registered in the corresponding official registers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These centres comply with environmental, administrative and safety requirements established by state and regional regulations, and are the only ones authorised to carry out certain waste treatment, decontamination and management operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The management of scrap metal or vehicles outside these channels, whether through informal sales, abandonment of materials or delivery to unauthorised points, may result in financial penalties and other legal problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obligations for individuals and businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Obligations vary depending on the type and quantity of waste, but there are a number of basic principles that apply to both individuals and businesses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n