A Review of Hydrometallurgical Technologies for the Recovery of Zn and Mn from Spent Alkaline and Zinc Batteries

Authors

  • J. Formánek Department of Metals and Corrosion Engineering, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague
  • J. Jandová Department of Metals and Corrosion Engineering, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague
  • J. Sís State Research Institute of Materials, Prague

Keywords:

waste Zn/MnO₂ batteries, zinc, manganese, recycling

Abstract

The aim of the study is to review hydrometallurgical and partly pyrometallurgical technologies of the Zn and Mn recovery from spent Zn/MnO2 batteries. Main attention was devoted to basic hydrometallurgical operations such as leaching, precipitation, solvent extraction and electrolysis, which are described in patents and literature. Compared with pyrometallurgical processes, hydrometallurgy is a well-established and efficient method for the recovery of not only Zn and Mn but also other battery components such as steel, plastics and paper.

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Published

2012-05-15

How to Cite

Formánek, . J., Jandová, . J., & Sís, . J. (2012). A Review of Hydrometallurgical Technologies for the Recovery of Zn and Mn from Spent Alkaline and Zinc Batteries. Chemické Listy, 106(5), 350–356. Retrieved from http://www-.chemicke-listy.cz/ojs3/index.php/chemicke-listy/article/view/939

Issue

Vol. 106 No. 5 (2012)

Section

Articles