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Metal Extraction

At KopperChem, we empower clients to achieve sustainable and efficient recovery of critical metals through an integrated approach that combines process design, product manufacturing, and technical services. Our solutions systematically address the inherent challenges of traditional pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy, high carbon emissions, environmental impact, and rising operational costs.

As the global energy transition accelerates, the world’s reliance on critical metals is growing rapidly. KopperChem meets this demand with advanced separation technologies for Li, Co, Ni, Mn, V. Our product lines deliver superior performance across diverse application scenarios, including mineral development, black mass recycling, precious metal catalyst recovery, and treatment of electroplating and etching processes.

To meet diverse and evolving clients’ needs, we have developed a comprehensive portfolio of metal extraction reagents and process technologies covering Cu, Ni, Co, Li, Zn, Ge, Mo, W, Ga, rare earth, Mn, Mg. Each solution is tailored to the unique resource characteristics and production requirements of our clients, delivering end-to-end, closed-loop systems from reagent formulation to whole process optimization. We proudly collaborate with clients worldwide to support their carbon neutrality and accelerate the transition to green mining.

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Mextral ® V10

Designed for multi-metal extraction, this extractant targets Cu, Co, Ni, Zn, Cs, and rare earth elements. It can also be used in combination with other extractants to form synergistic systems that improve separation factors and overall extraction efficiency.

Mextral ® DT100

A specialty diluent formulated for solvent extraction applications. It effectively improves the physical properties of the organic phase by reducing viscosity and enhancing phase separation. Environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

Mextral ® 507P

Suitable for the extraction and separation of Co and Ni, this extractant also supports the recovery of rare earth elements, as well as In, Rh, and V. It is particularly effective for extracting Zr and Hf in hydrochloric acid media.

Mextral ® 336A

This extractant supports the separation of a wide range of metals including Cd, Co, Fe, Nb, W, U, V, and Zn. It also enables the removal of organic and inorganic acids, such as bisphenol A, amino acids, and sulfonated aromatics, from industrial wastewater. Ideal for producing oil-soluble anionic salts and intermediates used in surfactants, dyes, and pigment manufacturing.

Mextral ® 204P

This extractant delivers reliable performance in the separation of Ni, Co and rare earth elements, as well as Zn, Mo, In, Ge and Ga. Its stability under harsh processing conditions makes it a preferred choice for pre-purification in Ni/Co extraction and for downstream separation in rare earth processing and non-ferrous metal recovery operations.

Mextral ® 3939H

This extraction reagent is specifically designed for the separation of lithium from other alkali metal ions. Lithium extraction occurs in near-neutral aqueous solutions, significantly reducing the operational costs of extraction workshops. With low water solubility and strong stability, it is primarily suitable for extracting lithium from low-concentration lithium-containing waste liquids.

Mextral ® 3938HDC

Designed for rapid phase separation and excellent lithium selectivity over sodium and potassium, the product supports high-efficiency lithium extraction from alkaline media. It integrates seamlessly with CO₂- or lithium bicarbonate-based stripping operations.

Mextral ® 3937H-C

With high selectivity over sodium and potassium, this extractant provides strong lithium loading capacity and supports CO₂ or lithium bicarbonate-based stripping. It is well-suited for alkaline extraction environments.

Mextral ® 3933D

Featuring a high flash point, large extraction capacity, and low water solubility, this extractant offers excellent chemical stability for lithium recovery. It performs effectively in neutral to alkaline aqueous environments.

Mextral ® 63H

Suitable for extracting nickel, cobalt, zinc, germanium, molybdenum, and uranium, this extractant also serves as a kinetic promoter and synergistic agent when combined with other extractants. It delivers high extraction efficiency and rapid metal transfer, while significantly improving the separation of Ni, Co, and Zn over Ca, Mg, and Mn in mixed-metal systems.

Mextral ® 6104H

This next-generation extractant is specially designed for cobalt and nickel separation. It enables efficient separation of cobalt and nickel from impurities such as calcium, magnesium, and manganese, while offering excellent stripping performance. The simplified separation process supports the production of high purity cobalt and nickel products.

Mextral ® 6103H

Designed for the extraction of cobalt, nickel, zinc, germanium, molybdenum, and uranium, this extractant features fast kinetics, excellent stripping performance, rapid phase separation, and low entrainment. It significantly improves the separation factors of Co and Zn over Ca, Mg and Mn, making it ideal for purifying Co and Zn from leaching solutions with Ca, Mg and Mn.

Mextral ® 272P

A cobalt/nickel extractant offering excellent Co/Ni selectivity, also used in the recovery of rare earth elements and molybdenum.

Mextral ® AN-200

This extractant demonstrates excellent stability and is specially formulated for nitrate-containing systems. It is suitable for copper extraction from acidic leach solutions, particularly under medium-to-high pH conditions where nitrate ions are present.

Mextral ® AN-100

A high-stability extractant with dedicated anti-nitration functionality, suitable for copper recovery from acidic leach solutions, particularly under medium-to-low pH conditions where nitrate ions are present.

Mextral ® 984H-C

Widely used for copper extraction from acidic leach solutions in mining and electroplating sludge, and also applicable to industrial wastewater copper recovery. This extractant performs best under medium pH conditions.

Mextral ® 984H

A high-efficiency copper extractant with excellent stability, combining strong extraction power and good stripping performance. It offers high copper transfer efficiency and is well-suited for copper extraction under moderately acidic conditions.

Mextral ® 9790H

Combining high extraction efficiency with excellent stripping performance, this extractant demonstrates strong stability and high copper transfer capacity. It is commonly used in acidic mine leach solutions, particularly effective under medium-to-high pH conditions.

Mextral ® 973H

It features strong extraction capability, excellent Cu/Fe selectivity, and rapid phase separation. Combining excellent extraction and stripping performance, it is ideally suited for copper extraction under medium to low pH conditions.

Mextral ® 860H-IC

A high-performance copper extractant effective under low pH conditions. It is also suitable for zinc extraction from ammoniacal solutions. Paired with Mextral® 84H or Mextral® 84-IC, it effectively supports copper recovery across diverse leach solutions.