Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Solvay CYANEX 301

Solvay CYANEX 301 is a high-purity bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)monothiophosphinic acid extractant—part of Solvay’s renowned CYANEX® series—specifically engineered for selective heavy metal recovery including cobalt, nickel, and zinc from complex leach solutions under acidic conditions.
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Features Of Solvay CYANEX 301

  1. Highly selective extractant for divalent transition metals—especially Ni²⁺ and Co²⁺—under acidic conditions.

  2. Superior stripping efficiency with dilute acid, enabling low reagent consumption and simplified process recovery.

  3. Excellent chemical and radiolytic stability in aggressive hydrometallurgical environments.

  4. Low aqueous solubility and minimal third-phase formation, ensuring robust phase separation and operational reliability.

  5. Compatible with standard industrial diluents (e.g., kerosene, Shellsol® D70) without requiring modifiers.

Typical Applications Of Solvay CYANEX 301

  1. Cobalt–nickel separation in laterite and sulfide ore processing.

  2. Purification of battery-grade nickel and cobalt cathode precursors (e.g., for EV lithium-ion batteries).

  3. Recovery of cobalt from spent lithium-ion battery leachates.

  4. Removal of copper and zinc impurities during nickel electrolyte purification.

  5. Selective extraction in nuclear fuel cycle applications involving actinide/lanthanide separations.

Specifications Of Solvay CYANEX 301

Chemical TypeDialkyl phosphinic acid (bis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid)
Product FormLiquid concentrate
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Primary ApplicationsHydrometallurgical solvent extraction of Ni, Co, Zn, Cu, and Cd
Key FeaturesHigh selectivity, acid-stable, low volatility, non-oxidizing
Recommended DiluentAromatic-free aliphatic hydrocarbons (e.g., kerosene, Isopar™ L)
Storage StabilityStable for ≥24 months at ambient temperature under inert atmosphere
Handling ClassificationCorrosive liquid (UN 3265, Class 8); requires chemical-resistant PPE


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