Cyclic Materials

Rare earth elements (REEs) are at the core of today’s most valuable industries. From electric motors and automotive components to wind turbines, medical devices, e-bikes, hard disk drives, and electronics, these materials are indispensable for the manufacturing sector and the technologies that drive our economy. 

Over 90% of REEs are processed in China, and more than 90% of industrial magnets are produced there. The demand for REE is set to grow sharply in the coming decade, increasing pressure on already concentrated supply chains. But here’s the opportunity: the biggest deposit of rare earths is not underground — it is sitting right in your scrapyard! 

Recycling Rare Earths from End-of-Life Vehicles 

Permanent magnets that contain rare earth elements like neodymium and dysprosium are found in a wide range of products, including EV motors and many automotive components.  

Currently, less than 1% of rare earth magnets are recycled globally. According to Adamas Intelligence, the U.S. alone will have over 43,000 metric tonnes of end-of-life permanent magnets by 2035 — materials that could be going to waste if not recovered. 

This is where Cyclic Materials steps in, offering automotive recyclers an unprecedented opportunity to turn these end-of-life components into greater value.  

Unlocking New Revenue Streams for Auto Recyclers 

Cyclic Materials provides an efficient, scalable solution to recover rare earth magnets from end-of-life products.  

For auto recyclers, that means a new source of revenue.  

Here is how partnering with Cyclic Materials will benefit  

you as an automotive recycler: 

• Competitive prices for cores, no matter the condition
• Upfront payment, no waiting for checks to clear
• No shipping or handling costs, we cover thelogistics

Make the most out of your cores 

Cyclic Materials already works with a broad network of recyclers to recover valuable rare earth magnets.  

Here is the simple process: 

1. End-of-life cores arrive atCyclic’sfacility. 

Cyclic buys permanent-magnet containing automotive components (such as EV motors and alternators) from auto recyclers. 

2. Magnets are separated.

At Cyclic’s facility in Arizona, magnets are separated from other metals like copper, aluminum, and steel. 

3. Recovery of Mixed Rare Earth Oxides (rMREOs).

The magnets are processed into rMREOs  

4. Reintroduced into the supply chain.

The recycled MREOs are sold back into the market, where they can be reintroduced into the magnet manufacturing supply chain. 

Profitable Long-Term Supply 

After the battery recycling boom, the next wave of growth in the recycling industry will come from magnet recycling. Many automakers and manufacturers are rushing to secure a more reliable supply of rare earths, and recycling magnets provides a more domestic and resilient source of these critical materials. 

Why Recyclers Are Key to the Future of Rare Earths 

Mining rare earths is costly and time-consuming, with environmental and geopolitical risks. Meanwhile, the largest urban mine is already in your yards, where high-value magnets are ready to be recycled. 

By partnering with Cyclic Materials, auto recyclers can unlock more value from end-of-life vehicles and automotive components, including: 

• Drive units and Transmissions
• Alternators and Starters
• Electric AC Compressors
• Electric Power Steering
• Wiring Harnesses 

Capture the Opportunity 

The biggest Rare Earths deposit might already be in your hands. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your business. Talk to Cyclic Materials today.