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| Location | NMG-CN |
| Geographical representativeness description | Bayan Obo (China) |
| Reference year | 2014 |
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| Use advice for data set | When utilizing this life cycle assessment data for the production of NdFeB magnets, ensure to consider the allocation method based on market prices of rare earth oxides (REOs). Be aware that, for a comprehensive understanding of environmental impacts, a sensitivity analysis through mass-based allocation should also be carried out. This data set is specific to a functional unit of 1 kg NdFeB magnet, and any extrapolation should maintain equivalent ratios or be adjusted according to the actual weight of magnets being assessed. |
| Technical purpose of product or process | The rare earth magnetic separation and in-situ leaching processes described are utilized for the production of neodymium iron boron (NdFeB) magnets. These magnets are commonly used in various high-tech applications including in the manufacturing of electronic devices, wind turbines, electric vehicle motors, and other advanced technological equipment where strong permanent magnets are required. |
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| General comment on data set | The rare earth magnetic separation and in-situ leaching processes described are utilized for the production of neodymium iron boron (NdFeB) magnets. These magnets are commonly used in various high-tech applications including in the manufacturing of electronic devices, wind turbines, electric vehicle motors, and other advanced technological equipment where strong permanent magnets are required. |
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| Functional Unit | The functional unit is a 1 kg NdFeB magnet |
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| Technology description including background system | The basic process for Nd and Pr production is the same at all three deposits. It is identical for Nd and Pr except for the last solvent extraction step (SX5) where both are separated. |
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