Core Insights - First Phosphate Corp. has achieved a significant milestone by successfully creating and testing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells using North American critical minerals, completing the full cycle from "pit to battery cell" [1][4][7] Company Achievements - The LFP battery cells produced demonstrated commercial-level performance, achieving at least 80% capacity retention after 2,000 charge and discharge cycles, which aligns with industry standards [2][6] - The company utilized phosphate and iron materials sourced from its properties, validating the effectiveness of these critical minerals in LFP battery production [4][7] Production Process - The production process involves several steps: extracting igneous phosphate rock, converting it into phosphate concentrate, producing purified phosphoric acid, and creating iron phosphate precursor, which is then mixed with lithium to form the LFP cathode material [5][6] - Graphite sourced from Nouveau Monde Graphite in Montreal is used for the anode material, completing the battery cell production [5] Market Implications - The successful testing of these battery cells positions First Phosphate Corp. to engage with investors and partners, showcasing the viability of its critical minerals and processing capabilities for commercial applications [7]