C.Hafner is one of Europe’s leading specialists in precious metal technology, with a core focus on the recovery and processing of secondary precious metal materials. Headquartered in Germany, the company offers sustainable solutions by transforming jewellery scrap, dental gold, and industrial waste into high-quality, reusable precious metals.
Founded by Carl Hafner at the end of the 19th century, the company emerged in response to the growing needs of the jewellery and watchmaking industries. Recognizing the value in recycling precious metal residues, Hafner pioneered methods of "waste preparation," laying the foundation for C.HAFNER's enduring expertise in refining and reprocessing.
Today, C.HAFNER recovers precious metals through advanced analytical and chemical processes, producing semi-finished products, components, metal powders, and investment-grade ingots. The company's closed-loop approach ensures that once a product reaches the end of its lifecycle, the metal can be fully reintegrated into production — maximizing resource efficiency.
C.HAFNER is committed to precision, transparency, and sustainability. Its refining processes adhere to the highest environmental standards, offering clients a responsible alternative to traditional mining. With a client base spanning the jewellery, dental, and industrial sectors, the company combines technological innovation with more than a century of expertise.
In recent years, C.HAFNER has reinforced its leadership through the development of a state-of-the-art headquarters, reflecting its vision for the future of the precious metals industry: smart, efficient, and environmentally conscious.
