First Phosphate Produces LFP Battery Cells with North American Sourced Minerals

First Phosphate Corp. has successfully produced commercial-grade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) 18650 format battery cells using critical minerals sourced entirely from North America. The company has established a localized LFP battery supply chain within the continent, with materials sourced from Quebec, Nevada, and Tennessee. LFP 18650 battery cells are widely used in applications such as robotics, automation, and electric mobility.

First Phosphate Corp. has achieved a significant milestone in the battery industry by successfully producing commercial-grade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) 18650 format battery cells using critical minerals sourced entirely from North America. The company's localized supply chain includes materials from Quebec, Nevada, and Tennessee, demonstrating a commitment to re-establishing North American leadership in battery technology.

The LFP 18650 battery cells were produced using high-purity phosphoric acid from the First Phosphate Bégin-Lamarche property in Quebec, iron powder from magnetite concentrate processed in Tennessee, lithium carbonate from Century Lithium Corp. in Nevada, and natural graphite-based active anode material from Nouveau Monde Graphite in Quebec. This localized approach not only supports the company's mission to re-onshore LFP battery cell production but also aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and secure energy storage solutions.

The production process for these LFP 18650 battery cells is now viewable on the company's website [1]. These versatile batteries are widely used in various industries, including robotics, automation, military and defense, data centers, and electric mobility. The successful production of these cells marks a significant step towards securing North American energy storage infrastructure, mobility, data center, robotics, and defense industry needs.

First Phosphate Corp. is poised to play a pivotal role in the burgeoning LFP battery market, which is experiencing increased demand due to its cost-effectiveness, safety, and environmental benefits. The company's vertically integrated approach connects sustainable phosphate mining in Quebec with North American battery supply chains, targeting key sectors such as energy storage, data centers, robotics, mobility, and defense.

In addition to First Phosphate Corp., other major players are also investing in LFP battery production in North America. LG Energy Solution has unveiled a new facility in Holland, Michigan, to produce LFP batteries specifically for energy storage systems (ESS) [2]. Tesla is also nearing completion of its own LFP battery manufacturing facility near its Gigafactory in Nevada.

These developments indicate a growing trend towards localization of battery production in North America, driven by the need for secure and sustainable energy storage solutions. As demand for LFP batteries continues to rise, companies like First Phosphate Corp. are well-positioned to capitalize on this opportunity.

References:
[1] https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6150507
[2] https://chargedevs.com/newswire/lg-energy-solution-tesla-build-lfp-battery-plants-in-the-us/