Summary
- E3 Lithium is participating in the ISO TC 333 lithium mirror committee through the Standards Council of Canada
- ISO TC 333 focuses on standardized methods for determining lithium product quality
- The determination of lithium quality affects sales and pricing
- E3 Lithium has been involved for over five years, testing samples and verifying methodology
- The company completed two interlaboratory tests in 2024, contributing to the development of ISO standards for lithium quality.
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E3 Lithium, a Canadian lithium development company, is actively participating in the ISO TC 333 lithium mirror committee through the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). This international technical committee is focused on developing standardized methods for determining the quality of lithium products. The lack of agreement on testing methods for lithium quality can impact sales and affect the price paid for these products. E3 Lithium’s Calgary Lab is serving as a center of excellence to test the methods developed by the ISO committee for lithium standards.
E3 Lithium has been involved with the ISO TC333 Mirror Committee for over five years and has recently conducted tests to confirm the methodology developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) committee for lithium standards. The company now operates the necessary analytical equipment to determine lithium product quality as defined by the developing standard. In 2024, E3 Lithium completed two interlaboratory collaborative tests, verifying the results against the ISO TCC standards to ensure the quality of lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide.
By contributing to the development of the ISO standards for assessing the quality of lithium products, including purity assessments, elemental impurities, and metallic magnetic impurities, E3 Lithium is playing a key role in shaping global benchmarks for the industry. This involvement allows the company to collaborate with international experts and help establish new standards for the lithium industry. By having this expertise in-house, E3 Lithium can accelerate its ability to test its own products, ultimately saving both time and money. Chris Doornbos, the President and CEO of E3 Lithium, emphasized the importance of collaborating with international experts and contributing to the development of new standards for the lithium industry.
E3 Lithium’s active participation in the ISO TC 333 lithium mirror committee is part of their ongoing commitment to promoting standardized methods for determining lithium product quality. The company’s Calgary Lab serves as a center of excellence for testing the methods developed by the ISO committee, allowing E3 Lithium to ensure the quality of their lithium products. By engaging in the development of ISO standards, E3 Lithium is contributing to the global efforts to establish consistent and reliable testing methods for the lithium industry.
The completion of two interlaboratory collaborative tests in 2024 by E3 Lithium, which verified the quality of lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide against the ISO TCC standards, demonstrates the company’s dedication to upholding industry standards. These tests are crucial for confirming the accuracy and reliability of the methods used to assess lithium product quality. By actively participating in the development of the ISO standards for lithium products, E3 Lithium is positioning itself as a key player in shaping the future of the lithium industry and ensuring the quality of their own products.
Overall, E3 Lithium’s involvement in the ISO TC 333 lithium mirror committee is a testament to the company’s commitment to excellence and quality in the lithium industry. By collaborating with international experts and contributing to the development of new standards, E3 Lithium is actively shaping global benchmarks for lithium product quality. This collaborative effort not only benefits the company in terms of time and cost savings but also helps establish a more standardized and reliable testing framework for the entire industry. Chris Doornbos’s leadership as President and CEO underscores E3 Lithium’s dedication to driving innovation and setting high standards for the lithium industry.
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