Chemistry of Materials Journal Citation Rate 2026
0897-4756
eISSN 1520-5002
American Chemical Society
US
Q1 Quartile Top Tier Fast Review
About Chemistry of Materials
Chemistry of Materials (CM) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies and Advancements in Battery Materials, published by American Chemical Society in US, catalogued under ISSN 0897-4756 (e-ISSN 1520-5002). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 5.83 (Q1 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 17 days.
Chemistry of Materials Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Chemistry of Materials has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 5.83, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Chemistry of Materials operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 17 days — fast by sector standards.
Researchers looking to publish in Chemistry of Materials should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Chemistry of Materials against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Chemistry of Materials
- Expect a fast turnaround — typical first decisions arrive within 17 days.
- This journal covers Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies, Advancements in Battery Materials, Conducting polymers and applications. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Chemistry of Materials Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0897-4756 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1520-5002 |
| Publisher | American Chemical Society |
| Country | United States |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~17 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Chemistry of Materials is published by American Chemical Society and based in United States.
In our subject taxonomy, Chemistry of Materials is classified under Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies, Advancements in Battery Materials, Conducting polymers and applications and Mesoporous Materials and Catalysis.
For prospective authors, Chemistry of Materials returns a first decision in about 17 days (fast for its field).
Its citation rate has risen over the last 2 years, from 4.963 (2023) to 5.830 (2025).
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
The impact factor has grown by 17% over the last 2 years (from 4.963 to 5.830), indicating rising influence and citation activity in its field.
Citation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.830 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2023 | 4.963 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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