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Independence

America’s rare earth production hub

Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Independence is MP Materials’ downstream center for rare earth metal and magnetics production. The 250,000-square-foot facility houses advanced manufacturing space, pilot and analytical laboratories, and offices for our Magnetics division leadership. Independence represents a generational investment in restoring America’s capacity to produce critical materials that power electrification, automation, and national defense.

Our capabilities

Metallization & Alloying

We produce high-purity metals and precision-engineered NdFeB alloy flake. Our advanced manufacturing processes deliver tight chemical and microstructural tolerances, enabling superior magnetic properties and thermal stability.

Powder Metallurgy

Through advanced powder metallurgy, we transform NdFeB alloys into high-quality magnetic powders. Our precise control of composition and microstructure ensures uniformity and performance, optimizing downstream magnet production for efficiency and reliability in high-performance applications.

GBD and Magnet Finishing

Grain Boundary Diffusion (GBD) and precision finishing processes enhance the performance of our magnets. From shaping and finishing to advanced quality verification, our magnets are ready for integration into the most complex components and assemblies.

Explore Independence

Discover the cutting-edge processes and precision craftsmanship behind America’s first fully integrated rare earth magnet manufacturing facility.
A front view of Independence, MP Materials' state-of-the-art rare earth magnet manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas.
Sintering furnaces at Independence, a critical step in the production of high-performance rare earth magnets.
Electrolysis cells at Independence, where rare earth oxides are reduced to high-purity metals essential for magnet production.
A rare earth magnet being inspected at MP Materials' Independence facility in Fort Worth, Texas.
The alloy production room at Independence, MP Materials' fully integrated rare earth magnet manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas.
The New Product Introduction (NPI) area at Independence, where MP Materials develops and prototypes innovative magnet solutions for emerging technologies.
A close-up view of precision machining in progress at MP Materials' Independence facility, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship behind rare earth magnet manufacturing.
A detailed view of electrolysis cells at MP Materials' Independence facility, highlighting the advanced technology used in rare earth metal reduction.
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Welcome to Independence | Produced in January 2025