Factbook

Factbook

Materials

The Materials segment comprises the Performance Materials and Monomers divisions. The segment’s portfolio includes advanced materials and their precursors for new applications and systems such as isocyanates, polyamides and inorganic basic products as well as specialties for the plastics and plastics processing industries. We differentiate ourselves through specific technology expertise, industry knowledge and customer proximity, and create maximum value in the isocyanate and polyamide value chains.

Divisions

Performance Materials
Polyurethanes, thermoplastic polyurethanes, engineering plastics and foam specialties for sectors such as the transportation, construction and consumer goods industries, as well as for industrial applications
Monomers
Isocyanates and polyamides as well as inorganic basic products and specialties for various industries, including plastics, automotive and construction
Ultramid® B3WG6 BC64 is used for the crash absorber for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Crash absorber made from alternative raw materials

Together with Mercedes-Benz AG, we have developed the crash absorber for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a safety-relevant part, which combines alternative raw materials using the mass balance approach. Pyrolysis oil from used tires and biomethane from agricultural waste replace fossil raw materials without compromising on quality. We want to continue to drive forward circular solutions in the automotive industry and support our customers in achieving their sustainability goals. The Performance Materials division is aiming to increase the proportion of plastics based on alternative raw materials in its global sales to 20% by 2030.

For more information on BASF’s sustainable plastics solutions for the automotive industry, see basf.com/en/plastics

Ultramid® B3WG6 BC64 is used for the crash absorber for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Sales 2023

Segment data Materials

Last UpdateMay 27, 2024