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

Solvay CYANEX 936

Solvay CYANEX 936 is a high-purity organophosphorus extractant from Solvay’s CYANEX® series, specifically designed for selective separation of cobalt and nickel in hydrometallurgical processes. It offers superior phase separation, low aqueous solubility, and excellent chemical stability under acidic conditions. Widely used in battery metal refining, especially for EV battery precursor production.
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Features Of Solvay CYANEX 936

  1. Highly selective extractant for copper(II) and cobalt(II) from acidic sulfate leach solutions.

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

  3. Superior resistance to chemical degradation under aggressive oxidative and acidic conditions.

  4. Optimized molecular structure for improved loading capacity and reduced co-extraction of iron(III).

  5. Compatible with standard industrial solvent extraction equipment and common diluents (e.g., kerosene).

Typical Applications Of Solvay CYANEX 936

  1. Copper recovery from heap and dump leach liquors in hydrometallurgical operations.

  2. Cobalt purification and concentration in laterite and mixed sulfide processing circuits.

  3. Primary solvent extraction stage in integrated Cu–Co production plants.

  4. Scrubbing and stripping optimization in multi-stage SX circuits for improved metal purity.

Specifications Of Solvay CYANEX 936

Chemical TypeSecondary phosphinic acid (branched alkyl)
Product FormLiquid concentrate
AppearancePale yellow to amber clear liquid
Primary ApplicationsCopper and cobalt solvent extraction
Key FeaturesHigh selectivity, fast kinetics, low crud formation
Recommended DiluentAromatic-free aliphatic hydrocarbons (e.g., Exxsol™ D series)
Storage StabilityStable for ≥24 months at 5–30 °C in sealed containers
Handling ClassificationNon-hazardous for transport (UN classification not required per ADR/IMDG)


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