Black Swan Graphene Secures U.S. Patent for Breakthrough Continuous Graphene Production Process

Black Swan Graphene Inc. (TSXV: SWAN,BSWGF) (OTCQX: BSWGF) (FSE: R960) ("Black Swan" or the "Company") a leader in advanced materials and graphene-enhanced solutions, is pleased to announce the official issuance of a key U.S. patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO"), significantly strengthening the company's intellectual property portfolio and commercial positioning.

U.S. Patent No. 12,318,709, titled: "Process for the Continuous Production of Sub-Micron Two-Dimensional Materials Such as Graphene" was granted and assigned to Black Swan. This patent, filed under application number 17/404,118 and originally submitted on November 25, 2016, protects a novel and scalable method for producing high-quality, sub-micron graphene and other two-dimensional materials in a continuous manner.

"This patent demonstrates a commitment for Black Swan, securing our leadership in the scalable production of graphene materials. It underscores our commitment to innovation, IP protection, and delivering industrial-scale solutions to meet the growing global demand for advanced materials," said Simon Marcotte, President & CEO of Black Swan.

The patented process enables the efficient, continuous, and cost-effective production of high-performance graphene materials, which are critical enablers for next-generation applications in polymers, concrete, energy storage, and electronics. This breakthrough underpins Black Swan's ability to offer graphene solutions that meet the performance and economic needs of large-volume markets.

The patent remains in force for a term of 20 years from the date of original filing, plus an additional 771 days, extending protection until January 5, 2039. Maintenance fees will be paid in accordance with USPTO requirements to ensure continued enforceability.

About Black Swan Graphene Inc. 

Black Swan is focused on the large-scale production and commercialization of patented high-performance and low-cost graphene products aimed at several volume driven industrial sectors, including concrete, polymers, and others. Black Swan's graphene processing technology was developed by Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd ("Thomas Swan") over the last decade. Thomas Swan is a United Kingdom-based global chemicals manufacturer with a century-long track record and a reputation for being at the forefront of advanced materials and graphene innovation. Since 2024, Black Swan has launched seven commercially available Graphene Enhanced Masterbatch^TM ("GEM") polymer products which are currently being tested by several international clients.

More information is available at: www.blackswangraphene.com.

Black Swan Graphene Inc. on behalf of the Board of Directors

Simon Marcotte, CFA, President & Chief Executive Officer

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