Sudeep Pharma launches Sudeep Advanced Materials to produce pCAM for EV batteries

Sudeep Pharma Private Limited has announced its entry into the clean energy storage sector with the establishment of a new subsidiary, Sudeep Advanced Materials (SAM). This self-funded initiative aims to produce iron phosphate for electric vehicle (EV) energy storage applications, utilizing the company’s over 30 years of experience in green chemistry from its work in pharmaceutical and food ingredients.

Sudeep Pharma, founded in 1989, started Iron Phosphate manufacturing in 2015. The company is a global manufacturer of iron phosphate with a production capacity of 15,000 metric tonnes. The company has developed a process that reduces water consumption and emissions, which its subsidiary SAM plans to apply to produce iron phosphate for EV battery storage systems. Iron Phosphate is a precursor for Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) production.

LFP manufacturers will utilize the battery-grade Iron Phosphate produced by Sudeep Advanced Materials in subsequent reactions with Lithium to produce LFP for cell manufacturing. The company has set up a Customer Qualification Plant (CQP) to validate product specifications and performance with potential customers in preparation for future commercial production. As per the company statement, a 30-acre Commercialization Hub is being developed to produce 100,000 metric tonnes annually of precursor cathode active materials (pCAMs), including iron phosphate and manganese derivatives, with phase 1 production expected to start by 2026. SAM will utilize Sudeep Pharma’s raw material sourcing capabilities, including phosphoric acid, which the company has been procuring for over three decades, ensuring a stable supply for manufacturing.

Julian Dunn, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, comments, “The launch of SAM represents a strategic move into the Global battery Market, building on our strong foundation in phosphate manufacturing.”

Shanil Bhayani, Director, stated, “Our commitment to sustainability and societal impact has been a cornerstone of our work in the nutrition and food sectors. With SAM, we aim to drive forward innovative, sustainable solutions for battery technologies.”

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