HC Starck Tungsten Seeks Patent for Innovative Battery Recycling Process

HC Starck Tungsten, based in Germany, has applied for a patent concerning a novel method for recycling battery materials through hydrometallurgical treatment. The application, filed on December 15, 2023, involves a process specifically designed for lithium ion and polymer batteries, aiming to efficiently recover valuable materials.

This application is attributed to inventors Meese-Marktscheffel Juliane, Olbrich Armin, Wolff Alexander, Zeugner Alexander, Egeberg Alexander, and Saeuberlich Tino. The proposed method signifies a step forward in addressing the environmental and resource challenges associated with the disposal and recycling of lithium-based batteries.

By introducing this process, HC Starck Tungsten GmbH aims to enhance the sustainability of battery usage and disposal, potentially transforming the way battery materials are reclaimed and reused.