What is Recycled Metal?

A big part of the Suai ethos is environmental responsibility. Using recycled metals lets us achieve this by ensuring near zero waste, as all our unused and scrap metal is recycled and used again. We also avoid contributing to the environmental impacts of mining by using only recycled metals in our designs.

Part of what makes metal so special is its enduring quality. Jewelry metals can be used and reused endlessly, as they need only be melted down and refined to be used again, without any loss of their composition, integrity or beauty. All our cast pieces are made of metals sourced from certified Recycled Material Standard suppliers. Our chains and other manufactured components are sourced from producers who use recycled materials whenever possible.

As more and more consumers insist on buying recycled and sustainable products, manufacturers are incentivized to convert to sustainable practices, and more recycled pieces become available. Today, it’s estimated that around 25% of precious metal jewelry is made from recycled material. That number could be greater, and by purchasing recycled metal jewelry, especially from brands who use exclusively recycled material, like Suai, you are helping shift the jewelry market to a more sustainable model.