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Battery Materials
We create materials that improve battery life, performance and safety through technology innovation and customer-oriented solutions.
For 140 years we have collaborated with our customers to drive innovation forward as a leader in conductive carbons and fumed metal oxide additives. The global trend of electrification requires lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries to deliver higher performance, safety and reliability at the same time. Our portfolio features a wide range of solutions to address such technical challenges, including conductive carbons, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, fumed silica, fumed alumina and aerogel.
Engineers and designers of Li-Ion and advanced lead-acid batteries use our performance additives to improve the durability and performance of batteries for electric vehicles, consumer electronics and grid-level electricity storage.
Our global footprint and a strong focus on sustainability will support the growth of our customers.
Electric Vehicle
Our specialty additives deliver improved electronic conductivity, durability, safety and thermal management for electric vehicle batteries.
Read MoreConsumer Electronics
Our highly conductive carbons provide performance-oriented solutions for a broad range of consumer electronics applications.
Read MoreEnergy Storage Systems
We have a wide suite of specialty additives for energy stationary storage applications.
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Cabot Corporation to Open New Battery Application Technology Center in Europe Focused on Supporting Customers and Accelerating Innovation in the Region
March 6, 2023
"We already have established CCA manufacturing and commercial capabilities in Europe, and our new EMEA Technology Center will enable us to collaborate more closely with our customers and offer faster development times and extensive testing and trialing in Europe," said Shen Yi, vice president and general manager for Battery Materials.
Cabot Corporation Plans to Invest in U.S. Conductive Carbon Additives Capacity for Electric Vehicle Lithium-ion Battery Applications
January 26, 2023
"We are at a pivotal moment as the vehicle fleet transitions from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles. CCAs are essential materials to make EV batteries work and expanding battery capacity and building a domestic materials supply chain are critical for the growth of EVs to be realized," said Sean Keohane, president and CEO.
Cabot Corporation Launches New LITX® 93 Series of Conductive Carbon Additives for Lithium-Ion Battery Applications
November 3, 2022
"We are committed to leveraging the power of innovative chemistry and our strong R&D capabilities to deliver solutions that enable a more sustainable future for the rapidly growing battery market," said Shen Yi, vice president and general manager for Battery Materials.
Cabot Corporation Completes Acquisition of Tokai Carbon (Tianjin) Co., Ltd Carbon Black Plant in China
March 1, 2022
"This acquisition directly aligns with our strategy to invest for advantaged growth while developing innovative products and processes that enable a more sustainable future," said Sean Keohane, president and CEO.
Cabot Corporation Completes Acquisition of Shenzhen Sanshun Nano New Materials Co., Ltd (SUSN)
April 1, 2020
"We are pleased to complete this acquisition and officially welcome our new colleagues from SUSN to Cabot. We look forward to collaborating with them to strengthen our global leadership position in carbon additives," said Jeff Zhu, senior vice president and president, Performance Additives business.
