Scrap processor

You must have a scrap processor license if your business maintains a hydraulic baler and shears or shredder to recycle salvage from wrecked titled or registered vehicles. Each business location must be registered separately.

License plate requirements

  • Each vehicle used to conduct business must have a Scrap Processor license plate.
  • Each location must maintain separate license plates for vehicles used at that site.

Forms you’ll need

How to apply for a license

Mail all your completed application material with a check or money order for the fees (payable to the Department of Revenue) to:

State of Washington
Business Licensing Service
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034

Note: Please let us know, in writing, if you have a change of address so we can reach you with information about your license.

See also

Access Washington