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ABx Group Surpasses 80% Rare Earth Extraction in Breakthrough Heap Leach Tests
10:12am on Friday 23rd of January, 2026 AEDT
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ABx Group Surpasses 80% Rare Earth Extraction in Breakthrough Heap Leach Tests
10:12am on Friday 23rd of January, 2026 AEDT
Key Points
Over 80% total rare earth extraction achieved in column leach tests
More than 70% extraction of critical heavy rare earths dysprosium and terbium
Heap leaching shows potential cost and operational advantages over tank leaching
Plans underway to produce a second mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) sample for marketing
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