[8-K] ProPhase Labs, Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Ramaco Resources, Inc. (Nasdaq: METC/METCB; Notes: METCL, METCZ) filed a Form 8-K dated 29 Jul 2025 to disclose that the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality’s Land Quality Division granted the company a second five-year permit for its Brook Mine project. The approval, announced through an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1), is reported under Item 8.01 — Other Events.

No financial statements, earnings data, or transaction details are included. The filing solely communicates the regulatory milestone, which removes a key permitting hurdle for future mine development. There are no additional material events or changes reported.

Positive

• Second five-year permit for Brook Mine approved, removing a key regulatory hurdle and supporting future development.
• Regulatory compliance reaffirmed by Wyoming DEQ, indicating continued alignment with environmental standards.

Negative

• No financial metrics or development timeline provided, limiting investors’ ability to quantify the permit’s economic impact.

Insights

Mining Industry Specialist

TL;DR: Permit clears major regulatory step, modestly positive for Brook Mine development prospects.

The five-year permit from Wyoming DEQ’s Land Quality Division enables Ramaco to advance Brook Mine, its principal Wyoming asset. Regulatory clearance is typically the longest-lead constraint for U.S. coal projects; securing a second term suggests continuing compliance and community acceptance. While the filing lacks production or capex details, the permit can add option value to reserves and enhance financing flexibility. Because the event does not immediately alter revenue or cash flow, equity impact is incremental but directionally positive.

Portfolio Manager

TL;DR: Positive signal, but limited near-term financial impact; watch for development timelines.

The 8-K removes a regulatory overhang, improving the probability that Brook Mine eventually contributes to METC’s production mix. However, absent cost, volume or timing guidance, the news is not yet cash-flow defining. Shares and senior notes may see sentiment uplift, but valuation change awaits capex disclosures or offtake agreements. Overall effect is constructive yet not immediately material to financial forecasts.

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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): July 29, 2025

PROPHASE LABS, INC.

(Exact name of Company as specified in its charter)

Delaware		000-21617		23-2577138
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

626 RXR Plaza, 6th Floor Uniondale, New York		11556
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (215) 345-0919

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Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act:

Title of Each Class		Trading Symbol		Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0005		PRPH		Nasdaq Capital Market

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 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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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 July 29, 2025, the Company issued a press release announcing that the Company filed a Preliminary Proxy Statement with the SEC on July 28, 2025. A copy of the press release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

The information contained in Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 8.01 Other Events

The information set forth under Item 7.01 above is incorporated herein by reference.

Forward-Looking Statements

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains 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. All statements contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding the Company’s ability to regain compliance with Nasdaq listing standards or receive additional time from Nasdaq to regain compliance if necessary. Such statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. Words such as “believes,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “expects,” “intends,” “will,” “goal,” “potential” and the negative of such terms or other similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous risks and uncertainties. Information regarding the foregoing and additional risks may be found in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in documents that the Company files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

No.		Description
99.1		Press Release dated July 29, 2025, ProPhase Labs Announces Special Meeting of Shareholders and Filing Preliminary Proxy Statement
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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

	ProPhase Labs, Inc.
	By:	/s/ Ted Karkus
		Ted Karkus
		Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

Date: July 29, 2025

FAQ

What did Ramaco Resources (METC) report in its 29 Jul 2025 8-K?

The company received a second five-year mine permit for its Brook Mine in Wyoming.

Which agency granted the Brook Mine permit?

The Land Quality Division of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality.

How long is the newly issued Brook Mine permit?

It covers a five-year term.

Does the 8-K include financial statements or earnings data?

No; the filing only reports the permit approval under Item 8.01.

Which Ramaco securities are listed and on which exchange?

Class A (METC), Class B (METCB), 9.00% Notes 2026 (METCL) and 8.375% Notes 2029 (METCZ) trade on Nasdaq Global Select Market.

What exhibit accompanies the 8-K?

Exhibit 99.1 – the press release announcing the permit approval.