LithX is an advanced suite of ultra-strong chelators that extract critical metals from low-grade ores
LithX™ is a revolutionary lixiviant platform engineered to transform how metals are
extracted from complex, low-grade, and previously untreatable resources.
Originating from advanced chemistry developed for the oil industry, LithX
introduces a new class of ultra-powerful metal chelators—now adapted for
mining. These chelators are combined and custom designed to bind and extract
specific metals from minerals under a wide range of processes, without the need for
high heat, extreme pressure, or aggressive reagents.
At the heart of Maverick’s solution is LithX™, a proprietary family of synthetic super-strong chelators tailored to leach metals with unmatched selectivity and efficiency. Each formulation is engineered for specific mineral contexts, allowing operators to extract copper and other strategic metals from ores, tailings, slags, and industrial wastes. LithX™ chelators are complemented by a new redox enhancer that ensures target metals are in the ideal oxidation state for extraction—enhancing kinetics and boosting recoveries, even in the most refractory ores.
Conventional metallurgy relies on harsh chemicals, high heat, and high energy input. LithX changes the game by delivering:
This is not just an incremental improvement—it's a new chemistry for mining. Built on previous development in the energy sector and now optimized for mineral processing, LithX unlocks value where others can't.
Ambient temperature process
Wide pH range
Non-hazardous, non-corrosive
Drop-in to existing flowsheets
High recovery, even on refractory and low-grade ores
More selective, non-aggressive novel chemistry
Low environmental footprint
High or low temperature process
Highly acidic or basic conditions
Often involves sulfuric acid, cyanide, or ammonia
May require high-pressure, high-heat equipment
Poor recovery on refractory and low-grade ores
Gangue dissolution harder to manage
High environmental footprint
Traditional extraction methods have steep environmental tradeoffs – hazardous reagents, toxic tailings, and high energy consumption. LithX is formulated to reduce these impacts. The non-hazardous, non-corrosive technology enables safer, more efficient leaching and downstream tailings management.
Unlock more metal. Improve profitability.