Umicore in the United States
Since 1926, Umicore has established a well-integrated network of manufacturing and commercial sites across the United States, each playing a vital role in advancing the Umicore’s commitment to sustainable technologies. Key locations include the Automotive Catalysts and Battery Materials site in Auburn Hills, Michigan; Fuel Cells & Stationary Catalysis operations in Houston and Pasadena, Texas; and Cobalt and Specialty Materials (Palm) facilities in La Vergne, Tennessee, and Port Allen, Louisiana. The Electro-Optic Materials site in Quapaw, Oklahoma, supports advanced Germanium and Thin Film material development, while the Raleigh, North Carolina office serves as a hub for Umicore’s enterprise functions. Additional specialized operations include Jewelry & Industrial Metals in Riverside, Rhode Island; Precious Metals Management in South Plainfield, New Jersey; and Precious Metals Chemistry in Tulsa, Oklahoma. These sites reflect Umicore’s commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility, and regional collaboration, forming a vital part of its North American operations and global impact.
US sites
Auburn Hills United States
R&D & Technical center - Sales office
Umicore Autocat USA Inc.
Autocat USA develops catalytic coatings—comprising precious metals and chemicals—that serve as the active component in catalytic converters, enabling their function. The Auburn Hills facility is the North America headquarters of customer management, and the technical center for Automotive Catalysts. Umicore collaborates closely with vehicle manufacturers to create optimized, cost-effective catalyst systems.
2347 Commercial Drive
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2408
United States
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2408
United States
Umicore Auburn Hills, MI
248-340-1040
Catoosa United States
Production site - R&D & Technical center
Umicore PMC USA
The site manufactures precious metal solutions and homogeneous catalysts for various markets including fine and specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and automotive materials.
1301 W Main Pkwy
Catoosa, OK 74015-2560
United States
Catoosa, OK 74015-2560
United States
Precious Metals Chemistry - USA
+1 (918) 2664 821
La Vergne United States
Office & other - Production site - Sales office
Palm Commodities International
Founded in 1978 as Palm Commodities, and building on a solid foundation, we have become a premier worldwide supplier of metals and chemicals, serving not only the surface finishing industry but also the catalyst, battery, and electronics industries. In 2013, Palm became a subsidiary of Umicore USA and joined the Cobalt and Specialty Materials business unit.
1717 J P Hennessy Drive
La Vergne, Tennessee 37086-3526
United States
La Vergne, Tennessee 37086-3526
United States
Pasadena United States
Production site - Sales office
Umicore Catalyst USA, LLC
The Umicore site in Pasadena, Texas, is engaged in design and manufacturing activities to satisfy the SCR, CO and VOC catalysis application needs of a broad range of industries such as Power & Propulsion, Refining & Petrochemicals, Chemical and Industrial. Our catalysts are among others applied to the chemical industry, refineries, steel, glass and cement manufacturing with superior poison resistance. Customers therefore benefit from longer service life or reduced ammonia consumption thereby lowering overall unit operation and maintenance cost. This site focuses on the development and supply of fuel cell and stationary emission control catalysts for a variety of applications, including power generation, hydrogen production, marine propulsion, and automotive sector solutions. This site supports Umicore’s broader catalysis business, targeting cleaner mobility and sustainable industrial processes.
9900 Bayport Boulevard
Pasadena, TX 77507
United States
Pasadena, TX 77507
United States
Quapaw United States
Office & other - Production site
Umicore Optical Materials Quapaw
The Quapaw, OK site comprises three business lines supporting Umicore’s vision of supplying materials for a better life. IR Solutions produces high-quality optical components for the infrared spectrum, enabling a wide range of applications including security and surveillance systems, medical diagnostic equipment, thermal imaging, and night vision technologies used in automotive and military sectors. Ge Solutions ensures the reliable supply of ultra-pure Germanium (Ge) for high-performance electronics and optics markets. Through Ge recycling, GeCl4 purification, zone refining, and crystal growth, this business line reinforces Umicore’s commitment to sustainability and dependability. Thin Film Products specializes in sputtering targets, essential components in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes. Serving a wide range of industries, this line combines deep materials science with advanced manufacturing capabilities to support both standard and custom deposition needs.
2976 South 614 Road
Quapaw, Oklahoma 74363-1884
United States
Quapaw, Oklahoma 74363-1884
United States
Raleigh United States
Office & other - Sales office
Umicore USA Inc
The North American Enterprise Functions located in Raleigh, NC include key functions such as Communications; Trade Compliance; Environment, Health & Safety; Government Affairs; Information Services; Insurance; Legal; People & Organization; Finance, and Taxes. All Raleigh functions are coached by the President of Umicore USA.
3600 Glenwood Avenue # 250
Raleigh, North Carolina 27612-4945
United States
Raleigh, North Carolina 27612-4945
United States
Riverside United States
Office & other - Sales office
Umicore Precious Metals USA Inc.
The Umicore office in Riverside, Rhode Island—Umicore Precious Metals USA Inc.—serves as a dedicated sales hub for the jewelry, industrial, and refining markets across the U.S., offering expertise in precious metals, logistics, and customer care. It supports a One-Stop-Shop model for products, recycling, and refining services, playing a key role in Umicore’s sustainable precious metals cycle.
300 Wampanoag Trail
Riverside, RI 02915
United States
Riverside, RI 02915
United States
South Plainfield United States
Sales office
Umicore Precious Metals NJ LLC
Umicore provides tailored solutions for delivering, hedging and trading precious metals, offering expertise in managing market fluctuations and securing supply continuity. We ensure reliable physical deliver through our refineries and strong partnerships with banks and other industrial partners. We stand out by linking our recycling activities with producers, guaranteeing sustainable sourcing and price stability, even in volatile market conditions.
3950 South Clinton Ave
South Plainfield, NJ 07080-1316
United States
South Plainfield, NJ 07080-1316
United States
South Plainfield - Umicore Precious Metals
+1-908-222-5003
