LG Chem is set to make a significant leap in battery material technology by showcasing its groundbreaking LG Precursor Free (LPF) cathode materials at an event Interbattery 2025 in Seoul, solidifying its commitment to sustainable and advanced energy solutions. The event will serve as the stage for LG Chem to unveil its pioneering mass production of precursor-free cathode materials, a first for a Korean company.

The highlight of LG Chem’s showcase will be its LPF cathode materials, a revolutionary product developed through direct calcination of custom-designed metals, bypassing the traditional precursor stage. This innovative process yields significant advantages, including enhanced power performance at low temperatures and accelerated development timelines. Crucially, it eliminates the need for extensive precursor production facilities, resulting in reduced wastewater and a smaller carbon footprint.

Under the theme “Sustainable Future, Powered by LG Chem,” the company will also present its flagship high-Ni cathode materials and a comprehensive suite of products and technical solutions designed to enhance the affordability and performance of electric vehicles (EVs). This includes ultra-high-Ni products boasting over 95% nickel content, high-voltage mid-Ni, high-density lithium iron phosphate (LFP), and advanced LFP products blended with nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM). LG Chem will also emphasize its core technological strengths, such as single crystal control and advanced manufacturing through smart factories.

LG Chem's strategic move to mass-produce LPF cathode materials in the first half of 2025 marks a pivotal moment in the industry. The company plans to expand the application of LPF technology across a diverse range of products, providing customers with tailored solutions that meet their specific needs in performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact.

Beyond cathode materials, LG Chem will introduce a range of next-generation materials aimed at bolstering battery safety. These include Nexula (aerogel thermal barrier), flame barrier foams (FBF), and flame barrier sheets (FBS), all engineered to prevent or delay fires and limit thermal propagation in batteries. Additionally, the company will showcase essential components for EV charging infrastructure, such as cables and housings, and next-generation cathode materials tailored for dry electrode and solid-state batteries.

Shin Hak-Cheol, CEO of LG Chem, emphasized the company’s commitment to driving innovation in the battery materials market. “We will actively target the future market with next-generation innovative materials for batteries, such as LPF cathode materials and safety solutions,” he stated. “We will lead the battery materials market with our continuous technological innovations and customer-focused solutions.”

Interbattery 2025, held at COEX in Seoul from March 5-7. LG Chem’s presence at the event underscores its position as a frontrunner in the global battery materials industry, driving the transition towards a more sustainable and electrified future.