soulbrain MI

Soulbrain MI, the North American R&D division of South Korea’s Soulbrain Holdings, manufactures high-purity lithium-ion battery electrolytes using proprietary PuriEL technology. Trusted by major battery makers like LG and Samsung SDI, they support the EV and energy storage industries with advanced, high-quality solutions.

Company Location

Country:

United States

City:

Northville, Michigan

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Company Overview

Soulbrain MI is the North American research and development division of South Korea-based Soulbrain Holdings, established in 2010 and headquartered in Northville, Michigan, United States. The company manufactures high-purity lithium-ion battery electrolytes for the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors, supplying major battery makers including LG, SK, and Samsung SDI.

Battery Technology

Soulbrain MI develops and manufactures advanced lithium-ion electrolytes using its proprietary PuriEL technology, enabling minimal moisture content for enhanced cell performance, improved internal pressure management, and superior overcharge resistance. Its formulations combine organic solvents, lithium salts, and specialized additives, optimized per customer requirements. A state-of-the-art production facility supports both development samples and large-scale volumes, with R&D focused on safety, longevity, and next-generation battery needs.

Products

High-purity lithium-ion battery electrolytes offered under the proprietary PuriEL portfolio, featuring custom electrolyte formulations composed of organic solvents, lithium salts, and specialized additives, available in both development sample and bulk production volumes.

Recent Projects

In 2023, Soulbrain MI launched a $75 million expansion in Kokomo, Indiana, to build a manufacturing facility supplying electrolytes to the Stellantis-Samsung SDI EV battery plant; construction began in 2023 and is expected to create 75 jobs by 2025.

Investors

Indiana Economic Development Corporation committed up to $1.1M in tax credits and $100K in training grants. Additional support comes from the city of Kokomo and Duke Energy. The company operates as a subsidiary of Soulbrain Holdings.

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