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Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC)

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Vinyl ethylene carbonate

Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) is an unsaturated carbonate additive evaluated for SEI formation on graphite and silicon-containing anodes.

Category
Additive
Abbreviation
VEC
CAS Number
4427-96-7
Availability
RFQ

Typical Specification

  • Grade: Battery material grade
  • Formula: C5H6O3

Technical Selection Guide

Why is Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) evaluated as an electrolyte additive?

Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) is an unsaturated carbonate additive evaluated for SEI formation on graphite and silicon-containing anodes. Its vinyl functionality provides a different polymerization pathway from VC.

Why developers evaluate it

  • Relevant to comparative SEI-forming additive screens
  • Supports mechanism-based single-additive and package screening
  • Can be compared through formation, EIS, gas, and retention

Development considerations

  • Measure first-cycle efficiency, gas, and impedance versus vc and fec
  • Additive interactions may differ from single-component results
  • Benefits must be confirmed at realistic voltage, loading, and temperature

How to compare it

Use a structured matrix with an additive-free baseline, several concentrations, and the intended multi-additive package. Track first-cycle efficiency, impedance, gas or swelling, rate capability, high-temperature storage, and cycle retention rather than judging the additive from one metric.

Technical Profile

Electrolyte Additive Applications

Vinyl ethylene carbonate (C5H6O3) is an electrolyte additive candidate for formulation optimization, interphase control, and performance screening. It can support additive-package development for lithium-ion, sodium-ion, high-voltage, high-rate, or low-temperature electrolyte systems.

  • Electrolyte additive screening and formulation optimization
  • SEI/CEI interphase, gas, impedance, or stability studies
  • High-voltage, fast-charge, or low-temperature electrolyte development
  • Custom additive-package evaluation with salts and solvents

Product FAQ

Common Questions

What is Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) used for?

Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) is used or screened for electrolyte additive screening, interphase optimization, and custom formulation development. Winigen Materials can support RFQ-based supply and related electrolyte or battery materials development discussions.

What is the CAS number for Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC)?

The CAS number shown for Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) is 4427-96-7.

What specifications are shown for Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC)?

The target specifications currently shown are Grade: Battery material grade. Final specifications, documentation, and available quantity can be confirmed during RFQ.

Can I request a quote for Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC)?

Yes. Use the request quote button on this page to pre-fill the product interest, category, and target specifications for Vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC).