Zentek Announces Filing of Provisional Patent for Fire-Retardant Additive

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Zentek Ltd. (NASDAQ:ZTEK; TSX-V:ZEN) has filed a provisional patent for a Graphene Oxide-Metal-Organic Framework (GO-MOF) aimed at enhancing fire retardant products. The company emphasizes environmentally friendly components and efficient production methods. Initial tests for the GO-MOF in fire retardants have shown promising results, indicating its potential application in various coatings and in creating lightweight, fire-resistant plastics for electric vehicles. Zentek's innovative approach enhances its value proposition in health and safety.

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• Provisional patent filed for GO-MOF, a new fire retardant product.
• Initial tests indicate promising performance of GO-MOF.
• Environmentally friendly components used in production.
• Potential applications in coatings and fire-resistant plastics.

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GUELPH, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 28, 2022 / Zentek Ltd. ("Zentek" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:ZTEK; TSX-V:ZEN), a Canadian intellectual property development and commercialization company, has filed a provisional patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for an innovative Graphene Oxide-Metal-Organic Framework (GO-MOF) compound for use in fire retardant products. The compound contains only components that are generally considered environmentally friendly, and no solvents or toxic chemicals, as environmental, social and governance continues to be a significant consideration for Zentek. Management of the Company views the manufacturing of the GO-MOF compound as highly scalable and efficient, due to the patent-pending facile synthesis process.

"Our ability to continually innovate new health, safety and sustainability-oriented products based on our deep knowledge of nanomaterials enhances the value proposition of our company," said Greg Fenton, CEO of Zentek. "The success of our initial tests for fire retardants is promising, and we will continue working to bring these products to market."

Zentek's GO-MOF enhanced intumescent coating's performance is highlighted in the demonstration video where one side of a piece of wood was heated with a torch. By increasing the temperature in the coating, the thermal decomposition of the fire-retardant components was initiated. During this thermal decomposition, a portion of fire-retardant components turns to ash, which includes some inert gases. The release of inert gases such as water (H2O) makes a porous structure for the chars and forces them to be expanded. The expansion of the char makes a barrier between the substrate (wood, in this example) and the flame, limiting heat transfer. While the temperature reached 400 degrees Celsius on the side with flame applied, the temperature only reached 85 degrees Celsius on the opposite side.

Zentek believes its fire-retardant GO-MOF additive could potentially be placed in a variety of coating products, such as latex, epoxies or included in polymers. When integrated into a polymer, it could create a fire-resistant plastic that could be used in electrical vehicles, providing a fire-resistant non-metal casing for the batteries. This would reduce the weight of the casing while still providing significant protection in case of a battery fire.

Watch the video demonstration here.

About Zentek Ltd.

Zentek is an IP development and commercialization company focused on next-gen healthcare solutions in the areas of prevention, detection and treatment. Zentek is currently focused on commercializing ZenGUARD™, a patent-pending coating shown to have 99% antimicrobial activity, including against COVID-19, and the potential to use similar compounds as products against infectious diseases. The Company also has an exclusive agreement to be the global exclusive commercializing partner for a newly developed aptamer-based rapid pathogen detection technology.

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To find out more about Zentek Ltd., please visit our website at www.Zentek.com. A copy of this news release and all material documents in respect of the Company may be obtained on ZEN's SEDAR profile at http://www.sedar.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking statements. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Although Zentek believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information in this news release are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information, which only applies as of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. Zentek disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required by law.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SOURCE: Zentek Ltd.

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FAQ

What is the latest news regarding Zentek Ltd. (ZTEK) as of March 2022?

Zentek has filed a provisional patent for a new fire retardant compound, the Graphene Oxide-Metal-Organic Framework (GO-MOF), which shows promising initial test results.

How does Zentek's GO-MOF compound contribute to fire safety?

The GO-MOF compound aims to improve fire safety by expanding and creating a barrier that limits heat transfer during combustion.

What potential applications does the GO-MOF have in the market?

The GO-MOF could be used in various coatings, including latex and epoxies, and in creating fire-resistant plastics for electric vehicles.

What unique features does the GO-MOF compound have?

The GO-MOF is made from environmentally friendly components and contains no solvents or toxic chemicals.

What is Zentek's focus for future product development?

Zentek is focused on innovating health, safety, and sustainability-oriented products based on nanomaterials.