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Overview of Battery Recycling, Black Mass and Lithium Services
Conti Testing Laboratories takes pride its ability to accurately analyze and test black mass and lithium materials, ensuring quality, purity, and regulatory compliance. Black mass refers to the fine powder recovered from lithium-ion battery recycling processes, containing valuable metals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese. With extensive expertise in heterogeneous products, metals, and hard to recover materials, we provide critical insights for industries involved in energy storage, recycling, and advanced materials.
Battery Recycling, Black Mass and Lithium Testing
Our black mass and lithium testing services focus on evaluating the composition, purity, and performance of materials recovered from spent batteries. We help clients optimize recovery processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain high-quality standards. Our services include:
- Elemental composition analysis
- Lithium and critical metals quantification
- Impurity and contamination assessment
- Compliance with industry and environmental standards
Common Tests Performed
- Elemental Composition – ICP-MS (ASTM D6357, EPA 6010D/6020B)
- Sulfur, Carbon, Halogens (ASTM D4239, ASTM D5832, ASTM D4327)
- Phase Identification and Mineralogy (X-Ray Diffraction)
- pH in water or acidic extract (ASTM D4972)
- Conductivity and Soluble Ions (EPA 300.0, EPA 6010D for metals)
- TCLP / SPLP (EPA 1311 / 1312)
- Flash Point (ASTM D93)
Typical Industries Served and Testing Types
Battery Recycling and Material Recovery
We support battery recyclers by providing:
- Composition analysis of black mass
- Purity verification of recovered lithium and other metals
- Process optimization insights
Energy Storage and Battery Manufacturing
Our testing assists energy storage companies with:
- Quality assurance of lithium and cathode materials
- Contaminant detection for improved battery performance
Mining and Raw Material Processing
We help raw material processors and mining companies with:
- Characterization of lithium-bearing ores and concentrates
- Analysis of extracted lithium purity and quality
- Compliance with environmental regulations
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No problem! Some results can be reported in 24 hours or less. Ask about industry leading turn-around times.
