Would you like to carry out a metal analysis of black mass?
Master the composition of your black mass to maximize the value of your resources
The black mass produced by recycling lithium-ion batteries is a strategic raw material, rich in high-value metals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt and manganese.
Precise knowledge of its composition is essential for assessing its value, securing processing operations and optimizing recovery processes.
Our expertise in black mass analysis enables you to obtain reliable, actionable data on the main metallic elements present in your samples.
Precise analysis of strategic metals
We specifically analyze the elements of interest present in black mass from lithium-ion batteries:
- Lithium (Li)
- Nickel (Ni)
- Cobalt (Co)
- Manganese (Mn)
- Copper (Cu)
- Aluminum (Al)
- Iron (Fe)
- Phosphorus (P)
- as well as other elements, depending on your analytical needs.
Characterization can be tailored to the nature of your black mass, your recycling process, and your quality control objectives.
Our technical capabilities for black mass analysis and recycling
The FILAB laboratory supports you with black mass metal analysis
Why analyze your black mass?
Chemical characterization makes it possible to compare different batches, identify composition variations and monitor the quality of your production.
This provides objective data for your quality control and material traceability.
The elemental composition of black mass is essential information for adjusting metal processing and recovery steps.
Our analysis help you better understand your material and manage your processes based on reliable analytical data.
For black mass producers, recyclers, traders and users, independent characterization helps secure transactions and ensure reliable material specifications.
Characterization tailored to your needs
Each black mass has a specific composition. The matrix may depend in particular on the technology of the batteries processed, their chemistry and the process used to produce the black mass.
We therefore adapt the analytical protocol to your sample and objectives. Results are presented clearly to facilitate their use by your R&D, production, quality, purchasing or trading teams.
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Our FAQ
Black mass is a powder produced by the processing and recycling of lithium-ion batteries. It contains strategic metals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt and manganese, as well as other elements from the battery components.
Analysis makes it possible to accurately determine the elemental composition of black mass. This data is essential for assessing batch value, checking quality, comparing different material streams and optimizing metal recovery processes.
Depending on requirements, the analysis can cover lithium (Li), nickel (Ni), cobalt (Co), manganese (Mn), copper (Cu), aluminum (Al), iron (Fe) and phosphorus (P), among others. The range of elements can be adapted to the sample composition and the client's objectives.
Yes. Knowing the concentrations of recoverable metals is important for characterizing a batch and contributing to its valuation. It can notably be used to control incoming supplies or support commercial transactions.
Lithium is a strategic element in lithium-ion batteries. Quantifying it provides a better characterization of the material and helps assess the potential for lithium recovery during recycling processes.
The results can be used to check incoming materials, compare different batches, monitor production composition and optimize metal recovery processes.
Yes. Depending on your requirements, the analysis can be extended to other elements present in the matrix to provide a more comprehensive characterization of black mass.
To receive a quote from the laboratory, you can contact our teams via our contact form, by telephone or by email.
Simply send us your requirements (material type, requested analysis, applicable standard, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a customized technical and pricing proposal within 24–48 hours.
Analysis turnaround times at the FILAB laboratory vary depending on the type of analysis and the complexity of the expertise project.
FILAB is nevertheless committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your industrial constraints and urgent requirements.