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BASF is expanding its portfolio of amine catalysts with Lupragen® BisDMAPU, a new low-emission catalyst designed for flexible polyurethane (PU) foam applications. Lupragen BisDMAPU is a balanced PU catalyst that supports both gelling and blowing reactions, ensuring reliable, high-quality foam formation and dimensional stability. With its low volatility and low odor, the catalyst can help manufacturers reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from finished foam products, making it suitable for applications that must meet low-VOC standards. Photo: Generated with AI
Trade News | September 10, 2026

BASF introduces low-VOC polyurethane catalyst Lupragen® BisDMAPU

BASF’s Intermediates division is expanding its portfolio of amine catalysts with Lupragen® BisDMAPU, a new low-emission catalyst designed for flexible polyurethane (PU) foam applications. Lupragen BisDMAPU (chemical name: 1,3-Bis[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]urea, CAS 52338-87-1) will be available to customers globally under the Lupragen trademark.
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The modernized plant for acid chlorides and chloroformates (ACCF) at BASF’s Ludwigshafen site. The investment, amounting to a low three-digit million-euro sum, increases production capacity by around 30 percent. Photo: BASF
Trade News | September 2, 2026

BASF strengthens production of acid chlorides and chloro­formates with fully modernized plant in Ludwigs­hafen

BASF today officially inaugurated its fully modernized plant for the production of acid chlorides and chloroformates (ACCF) at the Ludwigshafen Verbund site. The new production asset represents a milestone for BASF’s Intermediates division, designed to combine increased production capacity with enhanced sustainability performance and long-term supply reliability for customers worldwide.
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Trade News | August 13, 2026

BASF to increase its price for neopentylglycol in the United States and Canada

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Trade News | August 12, 2026

BASF increases prices for neopentylglycol and 1,6-hexanediol in Europe

The price increase is driven by the global supply-demand situation and rising raw material costs. It is also necessary to support BASF’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest levels of product and service quality while supporting the continued growth of our customers. 
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BASF Intermediates Acetylene Unit recognized by American Chemistry Council for innovative strategies that improve energy efficiency
Trade News | June 3, 2026

BASF Intermediates receives Responsible Care Energy Efficiency Award

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has recognized BASF’s Geismar Acetylene Unit with the Responsible Care® 2026 Energy Efficiency Award, honoring the site’s achievements in reducing energy consumption through the implementation of an advanced process control (APC) system.
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