Zinnwald Lithium GmbH

Zinnwald Lithium GmbH, located in Germany’s Erzgebirge, specializes in producing battery-grade lithium hydroxide for electric vehicles. Utilizing sustainable practices and advanced technologies, they supply high-quality lithium products to European manufacturers, supporting the continent’s shift toward energy independence.

Company Location

Country:

Germany

City:

Altenberg

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Company Overview

Zinnwald Lithium GmbH is a mining and processing company headquartered in Altenberg, Germany, and a subsidiary of Zinnwald Lithium plc. Leveraging the Erzgebirge’s mining heritage, it produces battery-grade lithium hydroxide to supply European electric vehicle manufacturers and support Europe’s energy self-sufficiency.

Battery Technology

Production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide via advanced ore extraction and refining processes with environmental stewardship. Facility technologies developed in partnership with Metso. Co-products include sulfate of potash (SOP), precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC), and quartz sand.

Products

Battery-grade lithium hydroxide for lithium-ion electric vehicles (~15 kg per EV) plus co-products: sulfate of potash for agriculture, precipitated calcium carbonate for paper manufacturing, and quartz sand for construction.

Recent Projects

In 2025, achieved a 221% increase in measured lithium resources, completed an extensive in-fill drill campaign, and initiated detailed mine design. Continued collaboration with Metso on integrated operations and launched employee share award programs.

Investors

Henry Maxey holds 14.6%, Ganfeng holds 5.4%, Mark Tindall holds 4.2%, Oberon Investments holds 3.0%, CEO Anton du Plessis holds 0.3%, Finance Director Osman Cherif Rifaat holds 0.2%; over 90% of shares are held by UK and European investors.

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