IRIS Metals Information

Domestic U.S. Critical Minerals Supplier | South Dakota Lithium & Multi-Commodity Projects IRIS Metals (ASX:IR1) is an ASX-listed resources company advancing as a cornerstone of the U.S. critical minerals supply chain, with mine permits secured, a pipeline of brownfield developments, and the largest exploration tenure in South Dakota’s Black Hills—a mining-friendly jurisdiction with a rich history of lithium and multi-commodity production. Strategic U.S. Focus South Dakota Project (Black Hills): Highly prospective for hard rock lithium and critical minerals (beryllium, cesium, tantalum, rubidium). Home to the largest recorded lithium spodumene crystals ever mined, with extensive outcropping LCT-pegmatites and proven historical production. Aligned with U.S. demand for secure, domestic supply and the Australia–U.S. Critical Minerals Partnership. Positioned to leverage U.S. government incentives for locally sourced battery and defense-critical minerals.