China's lithium reserves surge to world #2, discovering massive new deposits across multiple provinces, boosting global share from 6% to 16.5%.

Flotation separates minerals using surface properties, with methods like froth flotation and reverse flotation. It evolved from ancient techniques to modern industrial use, aided by chemicals and machinery.

China discovers high-purity quartz in Henan/Xinjiang; Hami builds Xinjiang's largest copper base; 'BIM+Beidou' tech debuts in coal; IEA reports renewable surge; Kazakhstan finds massive rare earth deposit.

Mineral processing chemicals evolve toward green, efficient solutions amid technical, market, and environmental barriers.

Future mineral processing agents trend toward eco-friendliness, intelligence, multifunctionality, and precision, driving sustainable mining innovation.

Water glass, a key flotation inhibitor, suppresses silicate minerals via hydrophilic films, with effectiveness varying by Na₂O/SiO₂ modulus.

New eco-friendly mineral processing reagents enhance efficiency, reduce toxicity, and support sustainable mining, driving green innovation in the industry.

Mineral processing reagents emerge as mining's unsung heroes, enabling efficient ore recovery while evolving toward eco-friendly and intelligent solutions.

Mineral processing wastewater treatment employs coagulation, lime neutralization, and advanced methods like oxidation and adsorption. Prioritizing water recycling achieves zero discharge, reducing pollution while recovering valuable metals.

The global mineral processing reagents market reached $8.47B in 2023, with China's eco-friendly reagents growing rapidly. Industry trends focus on green, low-carbon technologies and intelligent mineral processing solutions.