Cellasto^® strengthens its position in India by taking steps for capacity enhancement

• Cellasto^® to meet local demand and strengthen presence in the Indian market
• New plant to enhance capacity as of 2nd half 2026

Dahej, India – February 24, 2025 – 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 automation systems to ensure that BASF’s high standards of safety and quality are upheld. The plant, expected to be operational in the second half of 2026, features a new mold line in its first stage and empowers Cellasto^® to meet the high demands of the rapidly growing local market.

A strategic move to secure a long-term success in India

Committed to "Producing in India for India", Cellasto^® established its first plant in Dahej in 2014, providing superior solutions that deliver noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) reduction to the automotive industry. Cellasto^®’s latest significant investment demonstrates its readiness to support the growth plans of various Original Equipment Manufacturers and its confidence in the Indian market.

"The new facility is part of our efforts to innovate the production process. The plant will flexibly expand production further if demand increases. We emphasize our long-term commitment to better serve our Indian customers. I am confident that this strategic move will position us for sustained success in India," said Bjoern Kophstahl, Vice President, Global Business Management for Cellasto^®.

Becoming the most preferred partner for NVH solutions

"We are proud to announce the expansion of our Cellasto^® production capacity in India as reinforce our commitment to this dynamic market. This new mold line will enhance our ability to deliver innovative NVH reduction solutions and continue to position us as a preferred partner for our automotive customers. At BASF, we remain focused on providing exceptional quality and tailored services to meet the specific needs of the automotive industry in India – this capacity expansion is a firm step in that direction," said Alexander Gerding, Managing Director BASF India Limited.

Branded as Cellasto^®, BASF develops, manufactures, and sells a diverse range of components made from specialized MCU elastomers for the automotive industry and its suppliers. Since 1961, Cellasto^® has established itself as a leading global partner to the automotive sector, co-developing various applications such as jounce bumpers, top mounts, coil spring isolators, and more. Additionally, Cellasto^® also offers material solutions for industrial and consumer applications.

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