A temporary ban on the export of used catalysts, as well as on the export of slags, ash residues, and precious metals contained in catalysts, has been adopted in Kyrgyzstan. This ban will be in effect for six months, as reported in a press release from the Cabinet of Ministers.
The corresponding decree was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
The main goal of this decision is to protect human health and the environment, as well as to preserve the animal and plant world by reducing air pollution caused by vehicle emissions.
The catalyst, which is one of the most expensive components of a vehicle's exhaust system, can account for up to 13% of the vehicle's cost. Recently, there has been an increase in cases of theft and voluntary removal of catalysts from vehicles for subsequent resale, which brings significant profit.
