Lifezone Achieves First U.S. Production of Platinum, Palladium and Rhodium from Recycled Catalytic Converters
Lifezone Metals Ltd. announced successful pilot production of Pt, Pd, and Rh from one ton of U.S.-sourced spent automotive catalytic converters using its Hydromet technology, achieving >99% Pt & Pd and 95% Rh recoveries. The breakthrough demonstrates a cleaner, more efficient closed‑loop recycling route that could reduce U.S. dependence on foreign PGM imports and support domestic supply for automotive, defense, and emerging hydrogen markets.
Lifezone Metals Ltd. announced successful pilot production of Pt, Pd, and Rh from one ton of U.S.-sourced spent automotive catalytic converters using its Hydromet technology, achieving >99% Pt & Pd and 95% Rh recoveries. The breakthrough demonstrates a cleaner, more efficient closed‑loop recycling route that could reduce U.S. dependence on foreign PGM imports and support domestic supply for automotive, defense, and emerging hydrogen markets.
The pilot success signals a potential shift toward domestic PGM recycling, which could ease supply constraints and support price stability in the near term. Traders should monitor for commercial plant development and investment decisions in Q2 2026, as a scalable facility could add significant supply and alter the supply‑demand balance for PT, PD, and RH.