Coordination polymer Co-btca(H4 btca = 1,2,4,5-benzenetetracarboxylic acid) was synthesized using a simply hydrothermal method.In particular,the as-prepared Co-btca was applied as an anode material for lithium-ion battery for the first time.Single crystal X-ray diffraction results indicated that the asprepared Co-btca displayed unique layer structure,which was beneficial to transport Li ions and electrons.Also,owing to the porous structure and appropriate specific surface area,Co-btca electrode delivered a reversible capacity of 801.3 m A h/g after 50 cycles at a current density of 200 m A/g.The reversible capacity of 773.9 m A h/g was maintained after 200 cycles at a current density of 500 m A/g,exhibiting enhanced cycle stability.It also showed improved rate performance,making it a promising anode material and a new choice for lithium-ion batteries.