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M&A / Property

Full Circle applies for FCL-X patents in 50 markets

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 14, 2026 · 16:31 FCLI · 0.40 Full Circle Lithium Corp
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Executive Summary

  • Full Circle Lithium Corp. has filed patent applications for its FCL-X lithium-ion battery fire suppression technology in 50 additional international markets, bringing the total number of jurisdictions covered to 56.
  • The company aims to secure intellectual property rights across key global regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and South America to protect its proprietary technology.
  • FCL-X is a proprietary, non-hazardous, water-based fire-extinguishing agent designed to combat lithium-ion battery fires, with existing adoption by U.S. fire departments and electric vehicle manufacturers.

Key Details

  • Patent Filings: Applications submitted in 50 new markets for a total of 56 jurisdictions.
  • Target Regions:
    • North America: Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
    • Europe: The European Patent Office.
    • Asia Pacific: China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.
    • Middle East: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Israel.
    • South America: Brazil and Chile.
  • Technology Details: FCL-X is a proprietary, non-hazardous, water-based fire-extinguishing agent specifically designed for lithium-ion battery fires.
  • Current Adoption: The technology is already trusted by several U.S. fire departments, electric vehicle manufacturers, and other professionals.
  • Potential Applications: Electric vehicles, battery energy storage systems (grid and home), transportation safety (airlines, buses, trains, ships), e-mobility (e-bikes, e-scooters), and military industries.

Notable Quotes

  • "We are addressing a new, urgent and growing global problem with our unique and proprietary FCL-X lithium-ion-battery extinguishing solution that is environmentally friendly and already trusted by a growing group of U.S. fire safety professionals on the front lines. Filing in these key jurisdictions ensures that we are backed by a robust global IP strategy. Our mission is to provide peace of mind to everyone -- from industrial grid operators to the individual homeowner." — Carlos Vicens, CEO and Founder
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