Applications/Mining

Rare-earth separator for magnet supply chains

WhyCategoryMining
LevelHard
UseSeparate neighboring rare earths, like Nd from Pr, in fewer steps
WhatAtomsMetal complex 50–200 + water and oil phases. La–Lu C H O N P
HowContact us for the design specs and build plan →
DemoTwo near-identical ions; one moves into oil, the other stays
CompetitionDEHPA and similar solvents, Phoenix Tailings, Ucore
BusinessBuyersLynas, MP Materials, new refiners
RevenueHigh License to refiners. ~$2–10M/yr
DEHPA extractant holding a neodymium ion (purple = Nd, orange = P)