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ReElement's Rare Earth Expansion in the U.S. and Africa
ReElement Technologies, a leading critical minerals refiner, has officially commenced commercial shipments of magnet-grade rare earth (RE) elements. The company is ramping up its operations by expanding its Indiana facilities and deepening its engagement in Africa through a strategic partnership with Novare Holdings.
ReElement's 700m2 Noblesville, Indiana facility primarily refines heavy and light RE oxides from recycled feedstock, including end-of-life permanent magnets from wind turbines and electric vehicles. While the company has not disclosed shipment volumes, Noblesville currently produces 5-10kg of RE oxides and 15-25kg of battery-grade lithium carbonate per day.
To scale production, ReElement is transitioning to its new 50,000m2 refinery in Marion, Indiana. The facility, set to commence phase-one production by year-end, will have an annual output of 2,000 metric tonnes (t) of RE oxides and 5,000t of battery-grade lithium in carbonate or hydroxide form. Unlike Noblesville, Marion will also be capable of processing RE feedstock from ores in addition to recycled sources.
Africa Expansion and Strategic Investment
ReElement has partnered with Novare Holdings to establish refining capacity for critical minerals in Africa, backed by a $100 million investment. The two companies are in the process of selecting a location for their first African plant, with development expected to begin in the second half of 2025.
Under this agreement, ReElement will provide chromatography-based separation and purification technology, as well as project management expertise, while Novare Holdings will supply funding and operational oversight. The plant’s feedstock will be sourced from local and regional suppliers, though specific production capacity details have yet to be determined.
Entering the Antimony Market Amid Rising Prices
In response to China’s recent ban on antimony exports to the U.S., ReElement is expanding its portfolio to include antimony products, recognizing a high-margin opportunity in the supply chain. Since China’s restrictions took effect, antimony prices have surged by over 150%, according to Argus data.
To capitalize on this, ReElement has strengthened its partnership with a South African supplier to secure antimony-bearing ore for refining into antimony sulfide and antimony oxide. Initial processing of ore samples has been successfully completed at the Noblesville facility, with plans for full-scale commercial production at the Marion refinery.
ReElement’s modular refining technology may also be deployed alongside manufacturers of antimony-containing military applications, enhancing its role in the defense supply chain. The company plans to process an initial 1,000t/month of antimony ore, with potential expansions based on market demand.
With its rapid expansion in both the U.S. and Africa, ReElement Technologies is positioning itself as a critical supplier in the evolving rare earth and antimony markets.
