New electronic grade ammonium hydroxide plant in Ludwigshafen in support of wafer cleaning, etching and other precision processes in semiconductor manufacturing. Photo: BASF


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BASF constructs new plant in Ludwigshafen to strengthen European chip industry

For the production of ammonium hydroxide (NH4OH EC)

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Trade News | March 26, 2026

CHINAPLAS 2026: BASF debuts Elastollan® GripTec outsole solution for enhanced grip, design freedom and sustainability

At CHINAPLAS 2026, BASF will unveil Elastollan® GripTec, a new innovative thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) portfolio designed for the sports footwear industry, unlocking new possibilities for outsole design and manufacturing. The new Elastollan GripTec series combines exceptional grip, durability, design flexibility and sustainability, and is designed for running and hiking enthusiasts, as well as lifestyle fashion and kidswear applications.

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Trade News | March 25, 2026

BASF Intermediates increases prices for its Standard Amines Portfolio in Europe

BASF is increasing prices on its commodity amines portfolio in Europe by up to 30%, with certain products subject to higher increase, effective immediately or as existing contracts permit. This portfolio comprises Ethanolamines, Ethyleneamines, Isopropanolamines, Methylamines, N,N-Dimethylethanolamine, (DMEOA), 3-(Dimethylamino) propylamine (DMAPA), Dimethylformamide (DMF), Propylamines and Ethylamines.
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Wheat from and for the future
The wheat plants that grow in the greenhouse of the BASF Innovation Center in Ghent may well be the answer to the increasing demand for food. And all this thanks to their unique genetic code.
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Issue 14 of Creating Chemistry magazine is dedicated to the megatrend of mobility. Explore how the future of mobility is being envisioned globally. 
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Alliance to End Plastic Waste
Together with 30 other companies, BASF has joined forces to put an end to plastic waste in the environment.
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