Fox River Resources Corporation has announced the production of purified phosphoric acid (PPA) from the Martison Project, providing a crucial component for the lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery supply chain.
During this milestone, the company completed testwork that identified all necessary unit operations required to upgrade merchant grade acid to PPA, laying the groundwork for building a dedicated PPA production facility. The proprietary technology and testing, provided by JESA Technologies LLC, confirmed the suitability of Martison concentrate for PPA production. The envisioned PPA facility is designed for integration within a phosphate fertilizer complex, which will recover by-products rich in P2O5 through adjustments in product mix and feed compositions throughout the complex.
Fox River intends to supply its PPA to prospective LFP battery manufacturers for initial evaluation and testing.
Stephen Case, CEO of Fox River, commented: “Our successful PPA production demonstrates Martison’s versatility and expands the potential market opportunities for the project. It also underpins our commitment to securing a reliable, domestic phosphate fertilizer supply for Canadian farmers, while supporting the growing LFP battery market. We are grateful to the Ontario Ministry of Energy and Mines for their support in advancing Martison as a new source of critical minerals.”