The feat 'Expert Salvager'
Suggests that it can be salvaged to base components with a skill check.
"You gain a +4 bonus on Craft checks for Craft skills in which you have at least 2 ranks and Spellcraft checks when crafting items by foraging alchemical supplies and material components, salvaging raw crafting materials, and salvaging raw magical item materials."
Spellcraft does have a Salvaging skill use.