Form 8-K

8-K — Solid Power, Inc.

Accession: 0001104659-26-107256

Filed: 2026-09-14

Period: 2026-09-14

CIK: 0001844862

SIC: 3690 (MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES)

Item: Regulation FD Disclosure

Item: Financial Statements and Exhibits

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported):

September 14, 2026

Solid

Power, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Delaware

001-40284

86-1888095

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission

File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification Number)

486

S. Pierce Avenue, Suite E

Louisville, Colorado

80027

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip code)

(303) 219-0720

(Registrant’s telephone number, including

area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since

last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended

to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the Registrant under any of the following provisions:

¨ Written

communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

¨ Soliciting

material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

¨ Pre-commencement

communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

¨ Pre-commencement

communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading

Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange

on which registered

Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share

SLDP

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Warrants, each whole warrant exercisable for one share of common stock at an exercise price of $11.50

SLDPW

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth

company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act

of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2).

Emerging growth company ¨

If an emerging growth company, indicate

by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial

accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨

Item 7.01

Regulation FD Disclosure.

On September 14,

2026, Solid Power, Inc. (the “Company,” “Solid Power,” “we,” or “our”) published

updated presentation materials (the “Investor Presentation”) on its website at https://www.solidpowerbattery.com/investor-relations/events-and-presentations.

From time to time, the Company may use the Investor Presentation, possibly with modifications, in presentations to current and prospective

investors, analysts, and others with an interest in the Company and its business. A copy of the Investor Presentation is furnished as

Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Exhibit 99.1 to this

Current Report on Form 8-K and the information set forth therein, and the information disclosed under this Item 7.01, is being furnished

and will not be deemed to be filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange

Act”), or otherwise be subject to the liabilities of that section, nor will it be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any

filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the Exchange Act.

Forward Looking Statements

All statements other than statements of present

or historical fact contained herein or in Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K are “forward-looking statements”

within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Exchange Act, including Solid Power’s or

its management team’s expectations, objectives, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. When used herein, the words

“could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,”

“estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “plan,” “outlook,” “seek,” the

negative of such terms, and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking

statements contain such identifying words. These statements may include, but are not limited to, statements regarding potential new joint

ventures and anticipated collaboration agreements; our technology, future financial performance, strategy, business model, and expansion

plans, including plans related to the expansion of our electrolyte production capabilities and the development of future commercial-scale

production facilities; market opportunity, operations, and operating results; estimated revenues or losses; projected costs and cost reductions;

future prospects; and plans and objectives of management. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations

and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except

as otherwise required by applicable law, Solid Power disclaims any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly

qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. Readers are cautioned not to put

undue reliance on forward-looking statements and Solid Power cautions you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous

risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Solid Power, including the

following factors: (i) risks relating to the uncertainty of the success of our research and development efforts, including our ability

to achieve the technological objectives or results that our partners require and our ability to commercialize our technology in advance

of competing technologies and our competitors; (ii) risks relating to our status as a research and development stage company with

a history of financial losses with an expectation of incurring significant expenses and continuing losses for the foreseeable future,

including execution of our business plan, the timing of expected business milestones, and our ability to achieve profitability; (iii) risks

relating to the non-exclusive nature of our partnerships, our ability to secure new business relationships, and our ability to manage

these relationships; (iv) our ability to negotiate and enter into potential joint venture arrangements and new or amended collaboration

or other commercial agreements with our partners and customers on commercially reasonable terms and within anticipated timeframes; (v) broad

market adoption of EVs and other technologies where we are able to deploy our technology, if developed successfully, and related commercial

demand for all-solid-state batteries incorporating our electrolyte; (vi) our success attracting and retaining our executive officers,

key employees, and other qualified personnel; (vii) our ability to protect and maintain our owned and exclusively-licensed intellectual

property, including in jurisdictions outside of the United States; (viii) our ability to secure government contracts and grants,

changes in government priorities with respect to our government contracts and grants or government funding reductions or delays, and the

availability of government subsidies and economic incentives; (ix) delays or difficulties in financing, permitting, constructing,

commissioning, or operating facilities, whether by us or through partners or joint ventures, that meet our short-term research and development

and long-term commercial-scale electrolyte production requirements, or in ramping production at such facilities to achieve anticipated

capacity, production volumes, yields, quality, and cost reductions; (x) changes in applicable laws or regulations, including tariffs;

(xi) risks relating to, and potential liabilities resulting from, our information technology infrastructure and data security incidents,

threats, breaches, or attacks; and (xii) risks relating to other economic, business, or competitive factors in the United States

and other jurisdictions, including supply chain interruptions and changes in market conditions, and our ability to manage these risks

and uncertainties. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed

herein or in Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K can be found in the “Risk Factors” sections of Solid

Power’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, Solid Power’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q

for the quarters ended March 31, 2026 and June 30, 2026, and other documents filed by Solid Power from time to time with the

Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), all of which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. These

filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from

those contained in the forward-looking statements. Solid Power gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)

Exhibits.

See the Exhibit index below, which is incorporated herein by reference.

Exhibit

No.

Description

99.1

Investor Presentation

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities

Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

Dated: September 14, 2026

SOLID POWER, INC.

By:

/s/ Linda Heller

Name: Linda Heller

Title: Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Secretary

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Exhibit 99.1

Solid Power, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLDP) Company Overview September 2026

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward - Looking Statements All statements other than statements of present or historical fact contained herein are “forward - looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including Solid Power’s or its management team’s expectations, objectives, belie fs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. When used herein, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “plan,” “outlook,” “seek,” the n ega tive of such terms, and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward - looking statements, although not all forward - looking statements contain such identifying words. These statements may include, but are not limited to , statements regarding potential new joint ventures and anticipated collaboration agreements; our technology, future financial performance, strategy, business model, expansion plans, including plans related to the expan sio n of our electrolyte production capabilities and the development of future commercial - scale production facilities, market opportunity, operations, and operating results; estimated revenues or losses; projected costs a nd cost reductions; future prospects; and plans and objectives of management. These forward - looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on curren tly available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, Solid Power disclaims any duty to update any forward - looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward - looking statements and Solid Power cautions you that these forward - looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of Solid Power, including the following factors: ( i) risks relating to the uncertainty of the success of our research and development efforts, including our ability to achieve the technological objectives or results that our partners require and our ability to commercialize our te chnology in advance of competing technologies and our competitors; (ii) risks relating to our status as a research and development stage company with a history of financial losses with an expectation of incurring significant e xpe nses and continuing losses for the foreseeable future, including execution of our business plan and the timing of expected business milestones and our ability to achieve profitability; (iii) risks relating to the non - ex clusive nature of our partnerships, our ability to secure new business relationships, and our ability to manage these relationships; (iv) our ability to negotiate and enter into potential joint venture arrangements and new or amended collaboration or other commercial agreements with our partners and customers on commercially reasonable terms and within anticipated timeframes; (v) broad market adoption of EVs and other technologies wher e w e are able to deploy our technology, if developed successfully, and related commercial demand for all - solid - state batteries incorporating our electrolyte; (vi) our success attracting and retaining our executive offi cers, key employees, and other qualified personnel; (vii) our ability to protect and maintain our owned and exclusively - licensed intellectual property, including in jurisdictions outside of the United States; (viii) our abilit y to secure government contracts and grants, changes in government priorities with respect to our government contracts and grants or government funding reductions or delays, and the availability of government subsidies and eco nomic incentives; (ix) delays or difficulties in financing, permitting, constructing, commissioning or operating facilities, whether by us or through partners or joint ventures, that meet our short - term research an d development and long - term commercial - scale electrolyte production requirements, or in ramping production at such facilities to achieve anticipated capacity, production volumes, yields, quality and cost reduction s; (x) changes in applicable laws or regulations, including tariffs; (xi) risks relating to, and potential liabilities resulting from, our information technology infrastructure and data security incidents, threats, breaches, or atta cks ; and (xii) risks relating to other economic, business, or competitive factors in the United States and other jurisdictions, including supply chain interruptions and changes in market conditions, and our ability to manage these r isk s and uncertainties. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact the operations and projections discussed herein can be found in the “Risk Factors” sections of Solid Power’s Annual Report on Fo rm 10 - K for the year ended December 31, 2025, Solid Power’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10 - Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2026 and June 30, 2026, and other documents filed by Solid Power from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), all of wh ich are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause act ual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward - looking statements. Solid Power gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations. Trademarks and Trade Names Solid Power owns or has rights to various trademarks, service marks and trade names that it uses in connection with its opera tio ns. This presentation may also contain trademarks, service marks, and trade names of third parties which are the property of their respective owners. The use or display of third parties’ trademarks, service marks, tr ade names, or products in this presentation is not intended to, and does not imply, a relationship with Solid Power, or an endorsement or sponsorship by or of Solid Power. Solely for convenience, the trademarks, service mark s, and trade names referred to in this presentation may appear without the ®, TM, or SM symbols, but such references are not intended to indicate, in any way, that Solid Power will not assert, to the fullest exten t u nder applicable law, its rights or the right of the applicable licensor to these trademarks, service marks, and trade names. Industry and Market Data Although all information, opinions, and other information expressed in this presentation, including market data and other sta tis tical information, were obtained from sources believed to be reliable and are included in good faith, Solid Power has not independently verified the information and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied , a s to its accuracy or completeness. Some data is also based on the good faith estimates of Solid Power, which are derived from its review of internal sources as well as the independent sources described herein. Disclaimer

Leading Electrolyte Technology for the Solid - State Battery Era 3 1 Leading developer of solid - state battery materials Positioned at the critical materials layer of next - gen batteries 2 Capital - light partner model Provides electrolytes to OEMs and Tier 1 battery manufacturers rather than competing as a cell manufacturer, supported by a strong balance sheet 3 Differentiated manufacturing Designed for scalability, yield, lower dry - room burden, and lower capital intensity relative to dry processing 4 Integrated electrolyte and cell feedback loop Drives chemistry improvements and facilitates customer adoption 5 Validated by global partners Including BMW, SK On, and Samsung SDI, with activity in the United States, Germany, and South Korea

An industry - leading developer of next - generation all - solid - state battery technology Solid Power at a Glance 1. As of June 30 , 2026 2. As of August 3, 2026 Strategic Partners Founded 2011 $419.3M liquidity 1 Strong IP Position 2 >25 issued US patents >100 pending US patent applications >120 non - US and PCT patents and applications Trade secrets and know - how ~235 employees $582.7M market capitalization 1 Operating Footprint SP1 – Louisville, Colorado, USA HQ; pilot cell production; cell R&D SP2 – Thornton, Colorado, USA Pilot electrolyte production; Electrolyte Innovation Center (EIC); cell test Seoul, South Korea Local office integrated with the Asian battery ecosystem Nasdaq: SLDP Debt - free balance sheet 1

Meeting future demand will require more than the incremental improvements lithium - ion batteries can offer Market Problem 1. McKinsey: Battery 2030 5 • Benchmark for cost, scale and manufacturability • Yet gains are increasingly incremental, suggesting little room for improvement • Meanwhile, global battery demand is expected to grow meaningfully 1 • New battery technology replacing liquid or gel electrolyte • Potential for step - change improvements in performance • Well positioned to address evolving battery needs across future applications ASSB’s Potential Lithium - Ion T oday We believe sulfide - based all - solid - state batteries (ASSBs) offer an ideal balance of performance and mass production potential Solid - State Solution Incremental improvements may extend lithium - ion's relevance in the short term... …but markets need batteries that can meet demand and performance needs in the long term

Technology designed to meet the demand and performance needs of the future Why Solid - State Batteries Solid Power is developing sulfide - based solid electrolyte , designed to offer a compelling balance of performance and manufacturability Solid - State Batteries Offer Potential Performance Improvements Solid electrolyte used in ASSB Energy Density Battery Life Charging Speed Safety Using Existing Battery Manufacturing 1 Uses established equipment base 2 Access to scale and supply advantages 3 High manufacturability and cost efficiencies Estimated 70 – 80% Of conventional lithium - ion / roll - to - roll process retained Sulfide - based chemistry can leverage much of the existing lithium - ion production infrastructure

Industry leaders are choosing sulfide - based chemistries for their solid - state programs, where Solid Power is a leading technology provider Why Sulfide - Based Chemistry While EVs represent the near - term commercial opportunity , Solid Power's solid - state technology is designed to enable a broad range of battery applications over time Value Chain Players Pursuing Sulfide - Based Chemistries Market Technology of Choice: Sulfide ASSB Materials Suppliers Cell Manufacturers Automotive OEMs Source: Teneo internal research Source: PEM | RWTH Aachen University Sulfide SSB Polymer SSB Hybrid / Other Oxide SSB Global ASSB Technology Selection 50% 25% 6% 19% We believe sulfides offer the best balance of performance and mass production attributes for ASSB chemistries: manufacturable at scale , superior ionic conductivity , and compatible with leading ASSB cell configurations

Solid Power's development and manufacturing platform combines speed, technical agility, and capital efficiency Why Solid Power 8 Our industry - leading innovation capabilities, strong liquidity, and disciplined capital deployment allow us to explore sulfide - based chemistry while being responsive to future technology shifts Upfront Modeling Examine many potential electrolyte variations before investing in physical builds Rapid Iteration EIC designed to allow rapid changes to chemistry and materials manufacturing process Electrolyte to Cell Feedback Loop Evaluate electrolyte performance across cell formats from small - scale to larger - format development cells Scalable Wet Process Scalable, high - yield wet process that can carry structural long - term cost advantages over dry process Partner Collaboration BMW, SK On, and Samsung SDI provided feedback and supported development Competitive Advantages Solid Power can turn cell - level learnings into electrolyte improvements , de - risking ahead of commercial scale

Revenue is transitioning from licensing and development collaborations to electrolyte production and sales Business Model 9 Electrolyte Supply Supplied at pilot level today, expected to become the primary revenue source as volumes increase Business Model Technology Licensing + Collaboration Supporting development, with revenue mix shifting towards other growth areas over time Production Scale - Up Continuous line to demonstrate wet - process scalability and efficiency at higher throughput Enablers of Commercial Scale Partner - Enabled Production Pursuing joint venture that would provide manufacturing scale and market access Solid Power supplies electrolyte to cell manufacturers rather than competing with them

Automotive Test Vehicles Solid Power has advanced its technology through multiple partner pathways across the global battery ecosystem Partner and Ecosystem Integration 10 Electrolyte Supply Cell Technology Evaluated electrolyte for use in EVs and other potential applications of ASSB technologies Solid Power cell technology licensed by SK On, with pilot cell line commissioned in South Korea Solid Power cell technology licensed by BMW, with prototype cell line in Germany; introduced i7 test vehicle featuring Solid Power cells

Superior battery performance can give innovators the edge to lead their markets ASSBs may address challenges in next - gen electrified industries Electric Vehicles Robotics Off H ighway / Mining, Oil & Gas Defense & Aviation With 25 + U.S. patents, 100+ U.S. patent applications and 120+ global patents and applications, our technology development roadmap for EVs is building a foundation of knowledge that may be transferable across multiple high - value applications ASSBs may improve range and charge faster ASSBs may cut weight and improve balance ASSBs may fly farther with greater payload ASSBs may operate in harsh conditions and improve safety Range and charge time drive consumer purchase decisions Battery weight limits balance, payload and uptime Mission - critical requirements for weight, endurance and safety drive high willingness to pay Large market where temperatures can exceed what lithium - ion can handle 11

We are already on the ground Solid Power's Korean presence supports local engagement with regional battery manufacturers and partners Access to customer ecosystem Korea is home to leading battery manufacturers and advanced cell development activity Potential production pathway Solid Power is evaluating potential partners for commercial - scale electrolyte production in Korea Complements U.S. platform U.S. operations and Department of Energy - supported expansion remain core to Solid Power’s technology and commercialization roadmap 12 Proximity to leading battery manufacturers, partner programs, and potential production opportunities support commercialization South Korea: Strategic Commercialization Hub

Phase 4 Revenue & Profitability 13 Phase 2 – 2026 Scale - up Phase 1 – Today Pilot Validation Phase 3 – 2027+ Commercial Readiness • 30 MT annual capacity from two pilot electrolyte manufacturing lines • Customer sampling and partner evaluation underway • Feedback from cell development enables electrolyte performance improvements • Expect to reach 75 MT total annual capacity by YE 2026 with the continuous pilot line • Expect to announce a joint venture by YE 2026 for commercial - scale electrolyte production in Korea • Begin validation of wet - process production at higher throughput • Expect to complete ISO 9001 certification by year - end, supporting commercial readiness • Anticipate progressing toward 500MT pre - commercial electrolyte production in Korea • Plan to support partner qualification and pilot production programs • Intend to secure electrolyte supply model for OEMs and battery manufacturers Solid Power is building the foundation needed to transition from pilot - scale electrolyte validation to commercial supply Scaling Production to Commercial Readiness • Develop a 2,000 - plus - MT commercial scale plant, corresponding to approximately 4 GWh of battery production • A plant of this scale is expected to support meaningful volume and revenue • Profitability is expected to depend on key factors such as stacking repeat production units to reach larger volumes and achieve manufacturing efficiencies

Cost per kilogram is expected to decline as production scales from pilot to commercial Path to Cost Leadership Drivers of Cost Reduction Illustrative Electrolyte Cost per Kilogram Cost per kg 30 MT (Current) Pilot Continuous 45 MT* (Once completed) Pre - Commercial 500 MT ~1 GWh Early Commercial 2,000 MT ~4 GWh Full Commercial 20,000 MT ~40 GWh *Total Thornton expected capacity is 75 MT/y, combining the 30 MT batch and 45 MT continuous lines. Illustrative only. The curve shows expected direction, not magnitude, and is not a forecast of cost, price, timing or output. Ba ttery production equivalents assume 0.5 kg of electrolyte per kWh. Most s ignificant cost reductions expected at pilot continuous and pre - commercial stages Raw Material Costs Lower precursor costs through supplier scale - up and strategic sourcing Continuous Manufacturing Improved efficiency, throughput, and quality versus batch production Economies of Scale Higher volumes reduce fixed costs per unit and increase purchasing leverage Process Yield Higher yields reduce material consumption, waste, and unit costs Strategic Partnerships Collaboration accelerates scale and strengthens cost competitiveness 14

15 Solid Power's disciplined decisions support its ability to reach commercialization Financial Position Supports Commercialization Runway Strategic cash investment 2026 cash investment expected at $85M - $100M, down from prior years' guidance 01 Maintaining expense discipline Ongoing review of spend, accountability, and operating efficiencies 02 Leveraging external funding DOE grant, potential partnership for commercial production, and other opportunities 03 Preserving financial flexibility Opportunistic use of capital markets as conditions allow 04 Capital Priorities Financial Foundation Department of Energy grant support $419.3M* total liquidity No debt financing Financial flexibility * As of June 30, 2026

Deep technical, strategic, operational, and public company experience Executive Leadership Team JOHN VAN SCOTER Chief Executive Officer, President, and Director • Extensive C - level technology and public board experience • Successful track record developing and commercializing technologies JOSH BUETTNER - GARRETT Chief Technology Officer • Deep experience and thought leader in energy storage and battery R&D • 12+ years at Solid Power ANDREAS MAIER, PH.D. Country Manager, Solid Power Korea Co., Ltd. • 17+ years of experience in the European and Korean battery industries • Experience driving business development initiatives to align operational capabilities with strategic goals LINDA HELLER Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Secretary • 30+ years of financial leadership experience • Broad public company experience across multiple industries LAUREN MCCABE EVP, Product Development and Delivery • 20+ years of leadership experience in Fortune 50, private sector, and U.S. Navy • Experience overseeing enterprise execution, business transformation, and operational strategy across global functions BERISLAV BLIZANAC, PH.D. EVP, Strategic Technical Advisor • 20+ years of experience in electromechanical conversion devices, materials science, and commercial technology development • 10+ years of experience developing Li - ion cells

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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, 485BPOS, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, or the word 'Other'.

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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK.

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Indicate if registrant meets the emerging growth company criteria.

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Commission file number. The field allows up to 17 characters. The prefix may contain 1-3 digits, the sequence number may contain 1-8 digits, the optional suffix may contain 1-4 characters, and the fields are separated with a hyphen.

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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC.

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The Tax Identification Number (TIN), also known as an Employer Identification Number (EIN), is a unique 9-digit value assigned by the IRS.

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Boolean flag that is true when the Form 8-K filing is intended to satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant as pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act.

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Boolean flag that is true when the Form 8-K filing is intended to satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant as pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act.

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Title of a 12(b) registered security.

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Boolean flag that is true when the Form 8-K filing is intended to satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant as soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act.

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Boolean flag that is true when the Form 8-K filing is intended to satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant as written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act.

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