BASF

BASF to increase capacity for Cellasto® in India

Iranpolymer/Baspar  BASF India Limited has broken ground on a new plant to increase the production capacity of its Cellasto® microcellular polyurethane (MCU) in Dahej, India. Under BASF’s new “Winning Ways” strategy, the plant will be constructed with state-of-the-art technologies and…

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Innovative flame-retardant grade for EV applications

Iranpolymer/Baspar  BASF’s newly developed flame retardant (FR) grade of Ultramid® T6000 polyphthalamide (PPA) is now used in terminal block application. This upgraded solution replaces non-FR material, enhancing safety for the inverter and motor system in electric vehicles (EVs). Ultramid T6000…

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Shifting hues in global automotive colors

Iranpolymer/Baspar  In 2024, the global automotive color landscape continued to evolve as consumers move away from traditional favorites like white and silver. This shift is paving the way for increased popularity of vibrant hues, warm neutrals, and a more diverse…

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BASF, research partners join forces to optimise mechanical recycling

 Iranpolymer/Baspar  Aiming to improve the mechanical recycling of plastics and to take this technology to the next level, BASF has teamed up a number of partners to study how this might best be achieved. In collaboration with Endress+Hauser, TechnoCompound and…

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Plastics additive market new trends and growth forecast

Iranpolymer/Baspar The “Plastics Additives Market” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Plastics Additives Market was valued at USD 61.5 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 80.7 billion by 2029, rising at a CAGR of 5.6%. This…

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BASF, research partners join forces to optimise mechanical recycling

Iranpolymer/Baspar Aiming to improve the mechanical recycling of plastics and to take this technology to the next level, BASF has teamed up a number of partners to study how this might best be achieved. In collaboration with Endress+Hauser, TechnoCompound and…

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Recycled thermoplastic elastomers and metallic effect sulfone

Iranpolymer/Baspar Avient Corporation will exhibit its latest sustainable and specialized materials solutions and services for the plastics industry, including two new product launches, at the 29th Fakuma International Trade Fair for Plastics Processing, held until October 19, 2024. New product launches…

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Alliance to End Plastic Waste reduced 80,000 tonnes of waste in 2023

Iranpolymer/Baspar The Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW) has published its 2023 progress report. The Singapore-based industry Alliance said it reduced 79,801 tonnes of unmanaged plastic waste in 2023, bringing its cumulative impact to 118,580 tonnes since it started operations in…

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Encina and BASF Form Long-Term Partnership for Supply of Circular Raw Materials

Iranpolymer/Baspar Manufacturer of ISCC PLUS-certified circular chemicals Encina Development Group and BASF have established a long-term supply agreement for chemically recycled circular benzene derived from postconsumer end-of-life plastics. The agreement marks a pivotal moment in sustainable sourcing, as BASF strengthens the circular economy by integrating more chemically recycled,…

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BASF drives circular economy for plastics at PRSE 2024

Iranpolymer/Baspar BASF will participate in Plastics Recycling and Sustainability Conference Europe (PRSE) 2024 to showcase its initiatives and solutions for promoting a circular plastics economy. Taking place on June 19-20 at RAI Amsterdam, the conference will serve as a platform…

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Greening plastics will require more from industry, BASF CEO says

Iranpolymer/Baspar\ Making the plastics industry greener — whether that’s through better recycling or lower carbon footprint manufacturing — will require more from companies, the head of BASF’s North American operations said in an NPE2024 keynote address. Michael Heinz, chairman and…

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Special Supplement: Innovations from key industry players unfold at CHINAPLAS 2024

Iranpolymer/Baspar CHINAPLAS 2024, Asia’s major exhibition is set to highlight industry-leading innovations from major players in the plastics and rubber industries. From 23-25 April, the doors of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai open wide as…

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PBT: BASF declares force majeure after a supplier fails

Baspar / IranPolymer When it comes to engineering thermoplastics, the world is getting a little smaller: After the extended delivery times in February, BASF has now declared a force majeure on PBT with immediate effect – both for base polymers…

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Polyamide 6: BASF announces force majeure for deliveries from Antwerp

Baspar / IranPolymer After a fire in the production plant for PA 6 in Antwerp Belgium, BASF has declared force majeure. Deliveries of the polyamide 6 types “Ultramid B24”, “Ultramid B27” and qualities with low viscosity are affected, a spokeswoman…

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Polyurethane: Shortage with March maintenance at BASF and Sadara

Baspar / Iranpolymer  No relief is expected for the polyurethane landscape in Europe in the coming weeks, although TDI has recently shown signs of a turning point. Polyols, on the other hand, are scarce – and also more expensive –…

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BASF Improves Polyether Polyols for Low-emission Vehicle Interiors

BASF has improved the process for manufacturing Lupranol® (polyether polyol). The car components made of BASF polyurethane systems emit an average of 20 percent less aldehyde. 

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BASF and CHINAPLAS showcase innovative solutions for smarter living, co-created with designers and brand owners

Iranpolymer- According to Baspar, at CHINAPLAS 2017, BASF and CHINAPLAS will showcase extraordinary prototypes for products that improve smarter living at the “Design x Innovation” event. They include a robot hand, an airless bicycle tire, a unique children’s toy set and a…

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BASF boosts R&D in Asia Pacific for automotive coatings

BASF is stepping up its regional research and development (R&D) activities for automotive coatings in a new world-class platform at the BASF Innovation Campus Asia Pacific in Shanghai, China. 

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BASF: “Sport Infinity” project promises zero waste and recyclability / Football shoes a focus

Germany’s BASF is contributing its polymer expertise to the three-year WRAP Consortium project kicked off by the European Commission last year and aimed at developing high-performance sporting goods that can also be recycled. The “Sport Infinity” concept being pursued by cross-industry teams of companies is spearheaded…

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BASF: New “Colors & Effects” brand for pigments

BASF has bundled its global pigments business into a new brand called “Colors & Effects”.

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