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

Solvay CYANEX 572

Solvay CYANEX 572 is a high-purity organophosphoric acid extractant from Solvay’s CYANEX® series, specifically designed for selective separation of cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements in hydrometallurgical processes. It offers superior phase stability, low aqueous solubility, and excellent stripping performance versus conventional reagents like D2EHPA.
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Features Of Solvay CYANEX 572

  1. Highly selective extractant for cobalt(II) over nickel(II) in acidic chloride and sulfate leach solutions.

  2. Excellent phase separation kinetics and low aqueous solubility, minimizing reagent loss and emulsion formation.

  3. Thermally stable and chemically robust under aggressive hydrometallurgical conditions (pH 1–4, up to 60 °C).

  4. Compatible with standard industrial solvent extraction equipment and common diluents (e.g., kerosene, Shellsol® D70).

  5. Low volatility and non-corrosive to carbon steel and stainless-steel infrastructure.

Typical Applications Of Solvay CYANEX 572

  1. Cobalt recovery and purification from mixed Ni–Co laterite and sulfide ore leachates.

  2. Primary cobalt separation in battery metal recycling processes (e.g., spent Li-ion cathode leach solutions).

  3. Refining of cobalt electrolytes prior to electrowinning to meet high-purity specifications (>99.99% Co).

  4. Removal of cobalt impurities from nickel sulfate solutions in nickel-cobalt co-production circuits.

  5. Selective cobalt stripping in multi-stage SX circuits using controlled pH or complexant media.

Specifications Of Solvay CYANEX 572

Chemical TypeBis(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)phosphinic acid
Product FormLiquid concentrate (neat)
AppearanceClear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density (20 °C)0.89–0.91 g/cm³
Acid Value135–145 mg KOH/g
Flash Point (Tag Closed Cup)≥ 140 °C
Solubility in Aliphatic HydrocarbonsMiscible (e.g., in kerosene or Isopar® L)
Primary ApplicationsCobalt/nickel separation in hydrometallurgy


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