Letter of downstream flow.

I have an opportunity to work with a company that deals in electronic data destruction. They have CPU's RAM and all sorts of computer components but require a letter of downstream flow in order to initiate the process. Their questions revolve around: Are materials separated? Is anything incinerated? Does any material go to landfill?

I contacted a local yard I have worked with about this and they have not responded (perhaps they view these as invasive questions? Or the EPA harping on them).

I would be interested in hearing anyone's experience with this process and how they proceeded. This is a new encounter for me so I want to get as much knowledge and advice as possible. Thanks!

unless you are dealing directly with a Specialized E_scrap recycling facility all you are likely to get is a letter certifying that the material will be handled in an R-2 compliant manner. anything more is risky in several manners on the part of the involved scrap yard

Originally Posted by ScrappinRed

Just watch how you give them a letter from your downstream, so they don't just start selling to your downstream and cut you out...

Precisely this. I was thinking this may be a clever way to feel me out and cut out the middle man ( me).

I was always under the impression that R2/RIOS and or esteward certs were sufficient credentials as they are scrutinized by the EPA. I don't see a need for a convoluted letter.

Those of you who are R2 certified; Do you ever have companies or individuals request a copy of your certs? Do you comply with that request? Or does it simply have to be taken at face value?

Thanks for all the information!