Why is this agreement significant for LGES's U.S. manufacturing operations?

This agreement secures a U.S.-based, sustainable supply of a key cathode material, enabling LGES to integrate its local supply chain from sourcing to production for its U.S. manufacturing facilities, and supports its production of competitive and sustainable battery products for the global energy storage and EV markets.

LGES secures multi-year supply of US-produced lithium carbonate

Q: What is the volume and duration of LGES's lithium carbonate supply agreement with Smackover Lithium?

LG Energy Solution (LGES) has signed a multi-year agreement with Smackover Lithium for 8,000 metric tonnes of battery-quality lithium carbonate annually over a decade.

Sep 2, 2026

LG Energy Solution secured a decade-long agreement with Smackover Lithium for 8,000 metric tonnes of annual battery-grade lithium carbonate to support its U.S. manufacturing supply chain. This partnership ensures a sustainable domestic source for key cathode materials in the global EV market.

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