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Separation of Scandium by Phosphinic Acid Extractant from Sulfuric Acid Solution

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Botelho Junior, Amilton Barbosa ; Romano Espinosa, Denise Crocce ; Soares Tenorio, Jorge Alberto ; Ouchi, T ; Azimi, G ; Forsberg, K ; Kim, H ; Alam, S ; Neelameggham, NR ; Baba, AA ; Peng, H
Total Authors: 11
Document type: Journal article
Source: RARE METAL TECHNOLOGY 2022; v. N/A, p. 8-pg., 2022-01-01.
Abstract

The main challenge for scandium extraction from bauxite residue by hydrometallurgy is the separation step. After sulfuric acid leaching, the solvent extraction process is required for a high separation degree. The presence of contaminants such as iron and aluminum in a concentration 1000 times higher than scandium is a problem to be overcome. The present study aims at the separation of scandium from the sulfuric acid solution using Cyanex 923 in kerosene. First, zirconium was removed using Aliquat 336. Then, Cyanex 923 was used to remove scandium over impurities, such as iron, aluminum, and titanium. Results have demonstrated that the pH does not affect scandium separation, while temperature, organic extractant concentration, and TBP affect the separation. Experiments were carried out for 15 min under magnetic stirring, and samples were analyzed in EDXRF and ICP-OES. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 18/03483-6 - Kinect and thermodynamic studies for scandium recovery from Brazilian red mud using hydrometallurgical techniques
Grantee:Amilton Barbosa Botelho Junior
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate
FAPESP's process: 18/11417-3 - Obtaining Scandium from bauxite residue red mud by leaching process in acidic medium
Grantee:Jorge Alberto Soares Tenório
Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
FAPESP's process: 19/11866-5 - Development of innovative processes for the recovery of critical metals
Grantee:Denise Crocce Romano Espinosa
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
FAPESP's process: 12/51871-9 - Study Center for Technology in Waste Solid Treatment and Recycling - SCTWSTR
Grantee:Jorge Alberto Soares Tenório
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants