LG Chem Ltd. is preparing to unveil South Korea’s first mass-produced precursor-free cathode material at the upcoming InterBattery 2025 exhibition in Seoul.
The chemical maker has branded the new product “LPF” (LG Precursor Free), with mass production scheduled to begin in the first half of this year. The technology directly sinters customized metals, bypassing the traditional precursor creation phase in battery cathode manufacturing.
According to the company, this streamlined approach enhances low-temperature battery performance while shortening development time for new materials. LG Chem also claims the process will reduce wastewater and carbon emissions compared to conventional methods.
The announcement comes as battery material suppliers face increasing pressure to lower costs while improving performance amid fluctuating raw material prices and growing competition in the electric vehicle supply chain.
At InterBattery 2025, running May 5-7 at Seoul’s COEX convention center, LG Chem will also showcase ultra-high nickel cathodes with over 96% nickel content and safety-focused materials including its “Nexula” product line. The exhibition will feature more than 640 companies across 400,000 square meters of space.
Vice Chairman Shin Hak-cheol indicated the company will target future markets with these innovative battery materials, positioning LG Chem to maintain its competitive edge through technological advancement and customer-focused solutions.
