An exfoliated MoS2-C composite (E-MoS2-C) was prepared via simple chemical exfoliation and a hydrothermal method. The obtained E-MoS2-C was tested as an anode material for sodium ion batteries. High capacity (~400 mA h g(-1)) at 0.25 C (100 mA g(-1)) was maintained over prolonged cycling life (100 cycles). Outstanding rate capability was also achieved with a capacity of 290 mA h g(-1) at 5 C.