Samsung SDI
Supplier Intelligence Card
Supplier Snapshot
- Core category
- Batteries & Energy
- Country / headquarters
- South Korea · Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
- Manufacturing locations
- Not recorded
- Production-volume fit
- Mass market
- Certifications
- IATF 16949 (Automotive Quality) · ISO 9001 (Quality Management) · ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) · ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) · ISO 50001 (Energy Management) · ISO 26262 (Functional Safety)
- Programme / OEM evidence
- View programme evidence below
- Capacity / lead time
- Operates 35 global locations including major production hubs in Korea, Hungary, China, and Malaysia. Expanding rapidly in North America through joint ventures with Stellantis (StarPlus Energy) and General Motors, targeting over 60GWh of annual capacity in the U.S. alone by 2027. · Relatively short production lead time for prismatic automotive batteries (varies by OEM contract)
- Company / risk status
- Company status not recordedView risk access and details below
- Verification / data confidence
- Trayce Verified: Unverified — no published review
Data confidence: UNKNOWN
Why consider this supplier?
Samsung SDI is a global leader in the energy solutions and electronic materials industry, specializing in the development and mass production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. As a core subsidiary of the Samsung Group, it provides advanced battery technology to major automotive OEMs to drive the global transition toward sustainable mobility.
Production-volume fit: Mass market
Components & Manufacturing Capabilities
Components Offered
Prismatic battery cells, cylindrical battery cells (21700, 46-phi), battery modules for PHEVs/HEVs/BEVs, high-voltage battery packs, 12V dual-packs for Micro HEVs, and integrated Battery Management Systems (BMS).
Products & Services
Development and manufacturing of lithium-ion battery cells, modules, and packs for automotive and energy storage system (ESS) applications. The company also produces electronic materials for semiconductors and display panels, including OLED and polarizing films.
Key Technologies
R&D Focus
Development of next-generation All-Solid-State Batteries (ASSB) for 2027 mass production, high-density NCA cathodes, cobalt-free chemistries, fast-charging solutions, and thermal management safety materials.
Certifications
Automotive Programme Evidence
Recorded project examples, vehicle supply relationships and pipeline programmes appear here when available.
Capacity & Commercial Fit
Production-volume fit: Mass market
- Country / headquarters
- South Korea · Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
- Manufacturing locations
- Not recorded
- Service regions
- Asia · Europe · North America
- Typical lead time
- Relatively short production lead time for prismatic automotive batteries (varies by OEM contract)
- Production capacity
- Operates 35 global locations including major production hubs in Korea, Hungary, China, and Malaysia. Expanding rapidly in North America through joint ventures with Stellantis (StarPlus Energy) and General Motors, targeting over 60GWh of annual capacity in the U.S. alone by 2027.
Only evidence-backed manufacturing locations are listed. Headquarters and service regions remain separate. Capacity and lead times are supplier-profile evidence and should be confirmed during qualification.
Target Markets
Capacity Updates
4 plant changes tracked
Procurement Enquiry
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Risk & ESG
Company status: Not recorded
Sustainability & ESG
- RE100 commitment for 100% renewable energy
- Global Battery Alliance (GBA) membership
- Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) participation
- Closed-loop battery recycling programs
- K-EV100 zero-emission corporate fleet initiative
Sources & Verification
Trayce Verified
Unverified — no published review
Trayce Verified applies only to the dimensions shown as independently sourced below. It is separate from paid Enhanced Profiles and does not guarantee capacity, lead time or supplier suitability.
Company identity
Unknown — not reviewed
Manufacturing location
Unknown — not reviewed
Certifications
Unknown — not reviewed
Programme relationships
Unknown — not reviewed
Source counts describe profile citations, not independently verified checks. Certification review applies to the recorded dimension; individual certificates, capacity and lead times are not verified by this panel.
More company information
Awards & Recognition
- Presidential Award at the IR52 Jang Young-Shil Award
- DJSI World listed (20th time)
- S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook Member
- CDP Sector Leader in Carbon Management
- Founded
- 1970
- Employees
- 30,664
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