Solvent extraction process for recovery of uranium from phosphoric acid (25-55% P205)

Abstract

An improved process of extraction of uranium from phosphoric acid and in particular uranium VI from phosphoric acid especially strong phosphoric acid using a selective synergistic extractant mix of an organo-phosphorous acid and a neutral extraction agent. The process basically involves the steps of extraction comprising contacting said acid with a selective synergistic extractant system of di-nonyl phenyl phosphoric acid (DNPPA) and a neutral agent selected from di-butyl butyl phosphonate (DBBP) and tri-n-octyl phosphine oxide (TOPO); and recovering the uranium values from the loaded organic phase. The above process would provide for an improved process for recovery of uranium both from weak and strong phosphoric acids using a stable and relatively cheap extractant system. The process is directed to improved recovery of U-VI from phosphoric acid by way of a simple, industrially applicable and cost-effective process.

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