Product & Supply Chain
Seafloor Polymetallic Nodules
Located approximately 1,500 miles off the U.S. coastline, the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) in the Pacific Ocean hosts the world’s largest known deposit of battery metals. Resting unattached on the ocean floor, polymetallic nodules represent a concentrated and naturally occurring source of high-grade mineral resources critical to the United States.
These nodules contain significant quantities of nickel, cobalt, manganese, copper, and rare earth elements—all found within a single geological formation. This unique composition offers a consolidated supply of critical minerals without the need for multiple land-based mining operations.
US BASED SUPPLY CHAIN
American Metal is developing a vertically integrated and strategically aligned supply chain dedicated to securing critical minerals exclusively for the United States. From responsible exploration to domestic processing and end-user distribution, every stage of the supply chain is designed to advance national security, economic resilience, and industrial self-reliance.
Domestic Source Assurance
American Metal is looking to supply all recovered products, including nickel, cobalt, manganese, copper, and rare earth elements exclusively for U.S. use. This commitment supports domestic manufacturing, reduces foreign dependency, and contributes directly to national energy and mineral independence.
Accelerated Timelines
Unlike conventional land based mining, the collection of seafloor polymetallic nodules requires no overburden removal or shaft construction. As a result, the path to production can be significantly faster, offering a streamlined route to deliver critical minerals when they are most urgently needed.
Advancement of U.S. Strategic Interests
American Metal is reinforcing U.S. access to critical seabed minerals at a time when foreign influence is expanding across global mineral supply chains. This initiative is an important step toward restoring U.S. leadership in resource independence and supply chain security.
Domestic Processing and Refining
Recovered materials can be transported to processing facilities located within the United States. This domestic approach ensures full control over the refinement and conversion of raw materials into chemicals or high-purity metals essential for national industries, including energy storage, defense, infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.
Exclusively U.S. Based Distribution
American Metal’s minerals will be reserved solely for domestic use. All outputs will be supplied to qualified U.S.-based purchasers, ensuring that critical mineral supply supports American economic resilience and reduces reliance on foreign sources.