Building the Future with High-Quality Chemical Intermediates

Innovative solutions designed to enhance durability and production efficiency in construction applications.

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Empowering Pharma Innovation with High-Purity Intermediates

Reliable and scalable chemical intermediates for pharmaceutical applications.

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Innovative Chemistry for Textiles

High-quality chemical intermediates for performance and colorfastness in textiles.

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Welcome to BASF Intermediates

The Chemicals Behind Your Everyday

We provide more than 600 high-quality products including amines, diols, polyalcohols, and specialty chemicals that serve as the chemical building blocks behind countless everyday applications. From the homes we live in and the cars we drive, to the medicines we depend on and the food we grow, we at BASF Intermediates help our customers across diverse industries develop innovative and reliable solutions. For selected products, we also offer options with a reduced product carbon footprint or the use of recycled or bio/renewable feedstocks. Through this commitment, we aim to be the preferred partner for intermediates with sustainability benefits for our customers.

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We are a Global Leader in Chemical Intermediates

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10 production sites globally 

We supply high-quality chemicals to 3,000 customers across Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific.

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5 million tons annual production capacity

Our 60 plants are deeply integrated into BASF's Verbund system, supporting efficient and reliable production.

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over 600 product & 30 technology offerings

We offer our technology expertise and starting materials for various downstream markets.

Find Your Industry Needs

As the starting point for many value chains and downstream markets, BASF’s Intermediates division delivers high-performance chemical intermediates that support innovation across diverse industries and applications. Our broad portfolio helps customers improve product performance and optimize production efficiency, while also offering solutions with sustainability benefits, such as recycled, biobased or lower-emission attributes.

Agriculture
✓ Crop protection
✓ Seed treatment
✓ Soil health
✓ Biostimulants
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Chemicals
✓ Amines
✓ Acids and Esters
✓ Alcohols and Glycols
✓ Speciality Intermediates
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Coatings
✓ Automotive coatings
✓ Architectural paints
✓ Industrial coatings
✓ Powder coatings
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Construction
✓ Concrete admixtures
✓ Insulation boards
✓ Waterproofing systems
✓ Flooring solutions
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Gas Treatment
✓ Post-combustion capture
✓ Natural gas treatment
✓ Synthesis gas treatment
✓ Tail-gas treatment
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Personal Care
✓ Skincare
✓ Haircare
✓ Sun protection
✓ Hygiene and cleansing
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Pharmaceuticals
✓ API synthesis
✓ Drug delivery systems
✓ Biopharma processing
✓ Excipients and formulations
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Plastics
✓ Automotive components
✓ Electrical and electronics
✓ Packaging and films
✓ Consumer goods
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Technology Licensing
✓ PolyTHF® 1800
✓ Methylamines
✓ Formic acid
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Textiles
✓ Fiber production
✓ Dyeing and finishing
✓ Coating and printing
✓ Functional textiles
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Intermediates with Sustainability Benefits

Our portfolio for CO2 management, renewable and recycled carbon solutions

At the heart of our operations is a strong commitment to sustainability. We focus on CO2 management and offer recycled and bio/renewable products that empower our customers to meet their sustainability goals.

 

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