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Cauchari–Olaroz

Key Facts

Stage 1
Stage 2
  • 40,000
    tpa

    Production capacity

  • 80%
    Offtake

    Agreements in place for 80% of offtake at market prices

  • $979
    Million (USD)

    Capital costs

  • Stage

    In operation

  • Location

    Northwest, Argentina. Jujuy Province

  • Resource

    Lithium brine from the Cauchari and Olaroz salars

  • Ownership

    Ganfeng Lithium (46.7%), Lithium Argentina (44.8%) and JEMSE (8.5%)

  • Operator

    The holding company for the operation, Minera Exar

  • Operation

    Brine evaporation ponds and processing facility

  • 40,000
    tpa

    Additional Production capacity

  • 100%
    Offtake

    Uncommitted

  • Stage

    Pre-feasibility

  • Location

    Northwest, Argentina. Jujuy Province

  • Resource

    Lithium brine from the Cauchari and Olaroz salars

  • Ownership

    Ganfeng Lithium (46.7%), Lithium Argentina (44.8%) and JEMSE (8.5%)

  • Operator

    The holding company for the operation, Minera Exar

  • Operation

    Brine

Pozuelos–Pastos Grandes

  • Stage

    Feasibility stage

  • Location

    Northwest, Argentina. Salta Province

  • Resource

    Lithium brine from Pastos Grandes and Pozuelos salars

  • Ownership

    Pastos Grandes Co.: Lithium Argentina (85%) and Ganfeng (15%)

    Sal de La Puna Co.: Lithium Argentina (65%) and Ganfeng (35%)

    Pozuelos Basin: Ganfeng (100%)

  • Expected Capacity

    150,000 tpa

  • Offtake

    100% uncommitted

Technical Report

*Except as otherwise stated, all technical and scientific information regarding Pastos Grandes has been reviewed and approved by Frederik Reidel, P.Geo, a qualified person for the purposes of NI 43-101 by virtue of his experience, education, and professional association and who is independent of the Company. Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource estimates have been prepared in accordance with the guidelines set forth in NI 43-101.

Overview

Located in Jujuy Province, Argentina, this operation boasts rich lithium reserves, established infrastructure, and a skilled local workforce. Commissioned in 2024, it has a nameplate capacity of 40,000 tpa of battery-grade lithium carbonate, with significant potential for expansion. Employing innovative technologies like Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE), Cauchari-Olaroz prioritizes efficient operations, water conservation and ecosystem preservation, and strong partnerships with local communities and leading global lithium leaders.

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