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90 1gongdan-ro 10-gil, Gumi, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
+82 54-462-4007
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Overview
- Summary
- A company specializing in the recovery of valuable metals such as nickel, cobalt, manganese, and lithium from waste lithium-ion battery scraps and spent cathode active materials, manufacturing and supplying lithium carbonate and nickel-cobalt-manganese sulfate solutions as raw materials for cathode active materials.A company specializing in the recovery of valuable metals such as nickel, cobalt, manganese, and lithium from waste lithium-ion battery scraps and spent cathode active materials, manufacturing and supplying lithium carbonate and nickel-cobalt-manganese sulfate solutions as raw materials for cathode active materials.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Key products include the manufacturing and sale of high-purity lithium carbonate and nickel-cobalt-manganese sulfate solution (NCMSO4 Solution) recovered from waste lithium-ion battery scraps.Key products include the manufacturing and sale of high-purity lithium carbonate and nickel-cobalt-manganese sulfate solution (NCMSO4 Solution) recovered from waste lithium-ion battery scraps.
- Possession of a core technology, the 'pre-roasting and hydrolysis process' or 'lithium pre-extraction and hybrid process,' which involves first extracting lithium by applying heat to battery materials, then processing nickel, cobalt, and manganese.Possession of a core technology, the 'pre-roasting and hydrolysis process' or 'lithium pre-extraction and hybrid process,' which involves first extracting lithium by applying heat to battery materials, then processing nickel, cobalt, and manganese.
- Capability to produce battery-grade high-purity lithium carbonate with over 99.5% purity through this process.Capability to produce battery-grade high-purity lithium carbonate with over 99.5% purity through this process.
- Securing world-class technology with a lithium recovery rate exceeding 85%.Securing world-class technology with a lithium recovery rate exceeding 85%.
- Annual production capacity of approximately 1,250 tons for lithium carbonate, 4,500 tons for nickel sulfate, and 1,000 tons for cobalt sulfate, with plans to expand lithium carbonate production capacity to 3,480 tons and further to 20,000 tons through facility expansion.Annual production capacity of approximately 1,250 tons for lithium carbonate, 4,500 tons for nickel sulfate, and 1,000 tons for cobalt sulfate, with plans to expand lithium carbonate production capacity to 3,480 tons and further to 20,000 tons through facility expansion.
- Ability to produce diverse product lines through a hybrid process combining solvent extraction and hydrolysis technologies, tailored to customer needs.Ability to produce diverse product lines through a hybrid process combining solvent extraction and hydrolysis technologies, tailored to customer needs.
- Establishment of a one-stop manufacturing process system from lithium battery scrap to final products.Establishment of a one-stop manufacturing process system from lithium battery scrap to final products.
- Possession of technological flexibility to handle both NCM and lithium extraction.Possession of technological flexibility to handle both NCM and lithium extraction.
- Core Advantages
- Securing a competitive edge through unique lithium pre-extraction technology, addressing the issues of impurity formation and wastewater generation inherent in conventional solvent extraction methods.Securing a competitive edge through unique lithium pre-extraction technology, addressing the issues of impurity formation and wastewater generation inherent in conventional solvent extraction methods.
- Possession of world-class technology with a lithium recovery rate of over 85% and high-purity lithium production exceeding 99.5%.Possession of world-class technology with a lithium recovery rate of over 85% and high-purity lithium production exceeding 99.5%.
- Application of an eco-friendly process technology that reduces wastewater generation to 1/3 to 1/4 of competitors' levels.Application of an eco-friendly process technology that reduces wastewater generation to 1/3 to 1/4 of competitors' levels.
- Ability to reduce production costs through process simplification and reduced chemical usage.Ability to reduce production costs through process simplification and reduced chemical usage.
- Establishment of a strong cooperative relationship with a major corporation, LG Chem, through an equity investment of 24 billion KRW.Establishment of a strong cooperative relationship with a major corporation, LG Chem, through an equity investment of 24 billion KRW.
- Strengthening global market competitiveness through plans to establish a joint venture with LG Chem for North American market entry.Strengthening global market competitiveness through plans to establish a joint venture with LG Chem for North American market entry.
- Recognition of technological competitiveness and growth potential through selection as a recipient of the 'National Advanced Strategic Industry Materials, Parts, and Equipment Investment Support Fund' from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.Recognition of technological competitiveness and growth potential through selection as a recipient of the 'National Advanced Strategic Industry Materials, Parts, and Equipment Investment Support Fund' from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy.
- Maximization of limited resource recycling and creation of high added value through accumulated material regeneration technology.Maximization of limited resource recycling and creation of high added value through accumulated material regeneration technology.
- Target Industries
- Mobile device battery recycling industry.Mobile device battery recycling industry.
- Electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling industry.Electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling industry.
- Energy Storage System (ESS) battery recycling industry.Energy Storage System (ESS) battery recycling industry.
- Secondary battery cathode active material raw material manufacturing and supply industry.Secondary battery cathode active material raw material manufacturing and supply industry.
- Major Markets
- South Korea (domestic production and supply base), Overseas companies (general overseas orders, including NCM oxide supply)South Korea (domestic production and supply base), Overseas companies (general overseas orders, including NCM oxide supply)
- Europe (seeking partners and pursuing market entry)Europe (seeking partners and pursuing market entry)
- USA (plans for joint venture establishment and factory construction with LG Chem)USA (plans for joint venture establishment and factory construction with LG Chem)
- Certifications/Patents
- Patent: Method for manufacturing high-purity lithium carbonate by recovering lithium from cathode active material of spent lithium-ion secondary batteries.Patent: Method for manufacturing high-purity lithium carbonate by recovering lithium from cathode active material of spent lithium-ion secondary batteries.
- Patent: Method for manufacturing high-purity lithium carbonate by recovering lithium from lithium-ion secondary battery scraps and lithium carbonate manufactured thereby.Patent: Method for manufacturing high-purity lithium carbonate by recovering lithium from lithium-ion secondary battery scraps and lithium carbonate manufactured thereby.
- Certification: ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification.Certification: ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification.
- Certification: ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification.Certification: ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification.
- Certification: Confirmation of Specialized Materials, Parts, and Equipment Company.Certification: Confirmation of Specialized Materials, Parts, and Equipment Company.
- Certification: Certified Exporter of Origin by Item.Certification: Certified Exporter of Origin by Item.
- Certification: Venture Company Confirmation.Certification: Venture Company Confirmation.
- Certification: R&D Center Recognition.Certification: R&D Center Recognition.
- Certification: Gyeongbuk PRIDE Company Designation.Certification: Gyeongbuk PRIDE Company Designation.
- Certification: Excellent Company for Youth Job Creation.Certification: Excellent Company for Youth Job Creation.
- Award: Commendation for Contribution to Venture Startup Promotion.Award: Commendation for Contribution to Venture Startup Promotion.
- Award: Commendation for Activating Circular Economy Industry.Award: Commendation for Activating Circular Economy Industry.
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90 1gongdan-ro 10-gil, Gumi, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
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