
LG Chem
Why consider this supplier?
LG Chem is a premier global chemical company headquartered in South Korea, operating in petrochemicals, advanced materials, and life sciences. It is a dominant force in the automotive supply chain, primarily known for its world-leading production of electric vehicle battery materials and high-performance engineering plastics.
Capabilities
Components offered
Cathode active materials (NCM, NCMA), battery separators, carbon nanotubes (CNT), engineering plastics for interior/exterior trims, thermally conductive adhesives, switchable glazing films (SGF), and structural adhesives for vehicle bodies.
Products & services
LG Chem provides a diverse range of automotive solutions including advanced battery materials (cathodes, CNTs), engineering plastics (ABS, PC, PBT), and electronic materials. Their services encompass material R&D, customized compounding, technical support for plastic molding, and sustainable material lifecycle management.
Key technologies
R&D focus
Development of next-generation high-nickel and cobalt-free cathode materials, solid-state battery cores, bio-based and recycled plastics (LETZero), and advanced thermal management solutions for autonomous vehicles.
Certifications
Volume fit
Mass market