Who we are

Who we are

We create chemistry for a sustainable future

In line with our corporate purpose, around 112,000 employees contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world.

Our broad portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Through research and innovation, we support our customers in nearly every industry in meeting the current and future needs of society. We have summed up this contribution in our corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future.

Meeting the needs of society
Chemistry is an enabler for new ideas and solutions.
Collage of covers from the Creating Chemistry Magazine.
Creating Chemistry Magazine
In our online magazine you can read about the subjects that are affecting our world today and will impact the future.
How we work
Our matrix organization combines the strengths of global, regional and operational units.
Sites and Companies
BASF operates companies in more than 93 countries.