Anomalous Rare Earth Elements in Smoky Quartz Samples within Quantum’s Quest Property
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Anomalous Rare Earth Elements in Smoky Quartz Samples within Quantum’s Quest Property
Vancouver, BC – August 1, 2025 – Quantum Critical Metals Corp. (TSX.V: LEAP | OTCQB: ATOXF | F SE:
86A1) ("Quantum" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has completed additional research
on its Quest critical mineral property which was acquired earlier this year to compliment the Company’s
growing strategic resource portfolio (see news dated January 16, 2025).
The mineral claim is in the Lake Chapiteau region of Québec and hosts a region of critical and rare earth
elements in syenite granitic rocks. The highlights of the mapping and sampling program completed by
former owners of the project were reported previously including notable anomalous values of barium,
beryllium, fluorine, gallium, niobium, rubidium, tantalum, thorium, zinc and zirconium.
An anomalous sample was reported as collected within Quantum’s claim boundaries in the report titled
“PROGRAMME D’EXPLORATION DANS LE SECTEUR DU LAC CHAPITEAU, FOSSE DU LABRADOR, NORD-DU-
QUEBEC, ETE 2010” on SIGEOM. The SIGEOM database is a collection of geomining information containing
the entire Québec geoscientific database collection over a period of the past 150 years. S IGEOM had
recorded the sample as sedimentary rock, however upon review, the assessment report stated it was a
hand selected sample of smoky quartz taken from an outcrop of quartziferous syenite with rapakivi
texture which is more likely the lithology for rare earth type mineralization. Quantum has staked an
additional claim cell that a djoins the current one to expand the exploration potential for rare earth
elements.
Tables 1 to 3 summarize the anomalous assays from this sample * which contained 20% Total Rare Earth
Elements (“TREE”), with 8.7% being light rare earth elements (“TLREE”), and 11.3% being total heavy rare
earth elements (“THREE”). The sample also contained 226 gpt gallium, 78 gpt germanium and 15,060 gpt
beryllium.
Table 1. Light rare earth element assays (ppm or grams per ton)
Table 2. Heavy rare earth element assays (ppm or grams per ton)
Table 3. Other anomalous elements (ppm or grams per ton)
The data reported in this release has been taken from historical exploration assessment reports. None of
the historical information in this news release has been independently verified by the Company and
should not be relied upon.
Sample ID Ce Gd Hf Ho La Nd Pm Pr Sc Sm TLREE ppm TLREE %
205273 29900 9340 320 3150 7430 23800 n/a 5010 13 8110 87073 8.7
Sample ID Dy Er Lu Tb Tm Y Yb THREE ppm THREE %
205273 14100 10800 1710 2130 1870 69400 12500 112510 11.3
Sample ID Be Eu F Ga Ge Nb Th Pb U
205273 15060 133 1000 226 78 69.9 4710 1790 1920
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*Grab samples are discrete samples which are typically, but not exclusively, constrained to mineralization.
Grab samples are selective in nature and collected to determine the presence or absence of mineralization
and are not intended to be representative of the deposit in its entirety.
CEO Marcy Kiesman commented, “Quantum is continuing to unlock its portfolio of critical minerals and
rare earth assets to power the next generation of high tech and defence industries. D omestic sources of
yttrium, beryllium, neodymium and cesium are essential to help fill the growing global supply gap .
Quantum continues to elevate its position to meet the growing global demand for critical and rare earth
elements by stockpiling a portfolio of first-class assets with exciting historical assays.”
Next Steps:
The Company is investigating a site visit in an effort to collect duplicate samples to confirm the assay
results from previous work. Depending on access, the Company is also looking to potentially delineate the
extent of the mineralization and take additional representative samples of the area.
Why this project matters
On April 4, China’s Ministry of Commerce implemented export restrictions on seven rare earth elements
(REEs) and related magnets used in the defense, energy, and automotive industries, in response to
increased U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods. The measures ta rget seven of the 17 REEs —samarium,
gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium, and yttrium —and require exporters to obtain
special licenses for international shipments.
Source:https://www.csis.org/analysis/consequences-chinas-new-rare-earths-export-
restrictions#:~:text=China%20first%20weaponized%20rare%20earths,antimony%2C%20graphite%2C%2
0and%20tungsten).
On June 11, 2025, after two months of China’s export restrictions on seven rare earth elements and
magnets triggered by U.S. tariffs, U.S. and Chinese officials reached a new trade framework in London.
Under the agreement, China will resume supplying rare earth minerals and permanent magnets to the
United States, while the U.S. will maintain a fixed 55% tariff on Chinese goods. The deal builds on an earlier
Geneva truce but underscores the precariousness of Western supply chains, prompting calls for
accelerated domestic development of rare earth mining, processing, and magnet manufacturing to reduce
reliance on Chinese export control leverage . Source: https://www.csis.org/analysis/trump-strikes-deal-
restore-rare-earths-access
About Rare Earth Elements
Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are a group of 17 chemically similar metallic elements that are essential in
many modern technologies. They include:
• The 15 lanthanides on the periodic table (Lanthanum to Lutetium)
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• Scandium and Yttrium, which share similar properties and often occur in the same mineral
deposits
Despite their name, most REEs are not rare in terms of crustal abundance, but they are rarely found in
economically viable concentrations.
Light vs. Heavy Rare Earth Elements
REEs are generally split into two categories based on their atomic number and geochemical behavior:
Feature Light REEs (LREEs) Heavy REEs (HREEs)
Elements Included La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Pm, Sm Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu +
Y
Abundance More common in Earth’s crust Less abundant and harder to
extract
Typical Minerals Bastnäsite, Monazite Xenotime, Ion-adsorption clays
Economic Value Generally lower Generally higher (e.g., Tb, Dy, Lu)
Applications Polishing powders, catalysts, magnets High-performance magnets,
phosphors, lasers, medical tech
Weathering
Behavior
More mobile during weathering More likely to remain in residual
clays
About Gallium
Gallium, a critical component in semiconductors, telecommunications, renewable energy sectors and may
also be considered as a possible heat exchange medium in nuclear reactors. Canada and the USA rely on
gallium for telecommunications, defense, and green e nergy. Gallium is also used in semiconductors, AI
circuitry, radar and microchips and could be more critical than previously realized.
Source: https://www.metaltechnews.com/story/2022/09/12/critical-minerals-alliances-2022/gallium-
may-be-more-critical-than-realized/1087.html
Gallium Market Size and Growth:
1. Market Size
In 2023, global high -purity gallium production was estimated at 320 tonnes, with total primary
production capacity reaching 1,100 tonnes per year. Demand for gallium is projected to grow due to
its role in semiconductors, 5G technology, and renewable energy applications.
2. Key Applications:
● Semiconductors: Gallium arsenide (GaAs) and gallium nitride (GaN) are critical in chips for
smartphones, satellite communications, and defense systems.
● Renewable Energy: GaN is used in solar cells and LEDs.
● Emerging Technologies: Gallium is a key component in next -generation technologies such as
quantum computing, 5G networks, and advanced radars.
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3. Geopolitical Considerations:
China has imposed export controls on gallium, exacerbating supply chain challenges for the U.S. and its
allies. These restrictions are part of a broader trade conflict over critical technologies. Countries like the
USA are ramping up efforts to develop dom estic gallium sources and processing capabilities to reduce
reliance on China.
About Critical Minerals
Critical minerals are essential components in modern technologies, including renewable energy systems,
defense applications, and advanced electronics. Both the United States and Canada have identified
specific lists of critical minerals vital to their economic and national security. The U.S. Geological Survey’s
2022 list includes 50 critical minerals, while Canada in 2024 has designated 34 minerals as critical.
Recent geopolitical developments have heightened concerns over the supply chain security of these
critical metals. China, which holds a dominant position in the production and processing of several critical
minerals, has implemented export bans affecting t he West. These actions underscore the strategic
importance of diversifying supply chains and developing domestic sources for critical metals to mitigate
geo-political risks and ensure the stability of essential industries.
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https://www.usgs.gov/news/national-news-release/usgs-critical-minerals-study-bans-gallium-and-
germanium-exports-could
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About Quantum Critical Metals Corp.
Quantum Critical Metals Corp. (TSX.V: LEAP) (OTCQB: ATOXF) (F SE: 86A1) is a Canadian mineral
exploration company focused on advancing critical metals projects that power next -generation
technologies. With a growing portfolio of promising assets —including the NMX East Gallium -Rubidium-
Cesium Project in Québec, the Discovery Gallium -Rubidium-Cesium and polymetallic project in Qu ébec,
the Victory Antimony Project in British Columbia, and the newly acquired Prophecy Germanium-Gallium-
Zinc Project in British Columbia, among others, the Company is strategically positioned to support the
West’s transition to a secure and sustainable critical metals supply.
George M. Yordanov, P.Geo., a consultant to the Company, is the Qualified Person (as such term is defined
in National Instrument 43 -101), who has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical disclosure
contained in this news release.
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