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Rincon lithium carbon plant, Argentina – update

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19th July 2024

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Rincon lithium carbon plant.

Location
Salta province, Argentina.

Project Owner/s
Rio Tinto.

Project Description
Rio Tinto plans to develop a small starter battery-grade lithium carbonate plant with a capacity of 3 000 t/y.

The project includes early works to support a full-scale operation, including power line and associated substations, a construction camp and an airstrip.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
$190-million.

Planned Start/End Date
First saleable production is expected in 2024.

Latest Developments
Civil concrete work is complete and all steel, cable and piping are on site, being installed. Rio Tinto expects to complete the feasibility study for a full-scale operation at Rincon in the third quarter.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Rio Tinto, tel +44 20 7781 2000.

Edited by Creamer Media Reporter

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