Picolinate-based acyclic ligand for rare earth element extraction and separation
Key Points
The aim is to evaluate an acyclic chelator for its selective extraction and separation of rare earth elements.
Investigated the performance of the acyclic chelator in extracting rare earth elements.
Conducted tests on mixed rare earth element oxalates and samples from electronic waste.
Analyzed the selectivity of the chelator in various conditions.
The acyclic chelator effectively dissolved mixed rare earth element oxalates.
It demonstrated a high capacity for direct separation from electronic waste.
Results suggest improved efficiency compared to traditional methods.
Abstract
An acyclic chelator was investigated for its ability to selectively dissolve and directly separate mixed rare earth element oxalates and electronic waste.