Description

Di-(2-Ethylhexyl) Phosphoric Acid TOPS®-99: A Superior Extractant

TOPS®-99, also known as Di-(2-Ethylhexyl) Phosphoric Acid (DEHPA), is a high-purity organophosphorus extractant renowned for its exceptional performance in hydrometallurgical processes. This superior-grade product offers enhanced efficiency and selectivity compared to standard DEHPA, making it an ideal choice for demanding extraction applications.

Key Features & Benefits:

• High Purity: TOPS®-99 boasts an exceptionally high purity level, minimizing impurities that can negatively impact extraction efficiency and product quality. This translates to improved selectivity, reduced reagent consumption, and enhanced overall process performance.
• Superior Extraction Efficiency: The optimized molecular structure of TOPS®-99 ensures superior extraction kinetics and capacity for various metal ions, including:
  • Rare Earth Elements (REEs)
  • Uranium
  • Cobalt
  • Nickel
  • Other valuable metals
• Enhanced Selectivity: The minimized impurity levels in TOPS®-99 contribute to enhanced selectivity, allowing for the targeted extraction of specific metal ions even from complex solutions. This is crucial for producing high-purity metal concentrates.
• Improved Stability: TOPS®-99 exhibits excellent stability under various operating conditions, including temperature and pH variations. This contributes to prolonged operational lifespan and reduced maintenance requirements.
• Consistent Quality: Manufactured under rigorous quality control procedures, TOPS®-99 guarantees consistent performance and reliability throughout its shelf life.

Typical Applications:

• Hydrometallurgy: Extraction and separation of rare earth elements from leach liquors, often employed in the mining and processing of rare earth ores.
• Uranium Extraction: Efficient recovery of uranium from various sources, including in-situ leach (ISL) operations.
• Cobalt and Nickel Recovery: Selective extraction of cobalt and nickel from lateritic ores and other sources.
• Metal Refining: Purification and separation of valuable metals during the refining process.

Product Specifications:

• Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellow viscous liquid
• Assay (DEHPA): ≥99% (typical)
• Water Content: ≤0.1% (typical)
• Acid Value: (Specify typical range)
• Specific Gravity: (Specify typical value)
• Viscosity: (Specify typical value)

Safety Precautions:

• TOPS®-99 is an irritant. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, eye protection, and lab coat.
• Handle in a well-ventilated area.
• Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for comprehensive safety information and handling procedures.

Packaging & Availability:

TOPS®-99 is available in various packaging sizes to meet the specific requirements of our customers. Please contact us for pricing and availability information.

Note: The specific values for acid value, specific gravity, and viscosity will need to be filled in based on the actual product specifications. This description also assumes that "TOPS®-99" is a registered trademark. You should verify the trademark status before using it.