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Product examples

BASFs dedicated bio-based portfolio offers solutions for multiple applications. Either as substitute for a fossil alternative (so called drop-ins) to reduce the carbon footprint or new products using their unique properties that can either not or not cost-efficiently be achieved with a fossil feedstock.

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Rambutan-based bioactives

Rambutan-based bioactives

Three active ingredients derived from BASF's Rambutan Program for skin and hair care products
Nephydrat™, Nephoria™ and Rambuvital™

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Betatene^®

Natural beta-carotene derived from algae
Applications in dietary supplements as well as functional foods and beverages

Used for the production of biodegradable plastics and other bio-based polymers

Renewable BDO

1,4-Butanediol based on sugar
Used for the production of biodegradable plastics and other bio-based polymers
Production process relies on patented fermentation technology from Genomatica

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CETIOL^® RLF

Facial care product for sensitive skin for health-conscious consumers
The fast-spreading emollient is produced by an enzymatic process from 100% renewable feedstocks

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ecovio^® - certified compostable

Consists of the compostable BASF polymer ecoflex^® and polylactic acid derived from corn
Applications: fruit & vegetable bags, mulch films, packaging

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Palm-based specialties for cosmetics

As a leading processor of palm kernel oil BASF supports protection of rainforests, peatland and local communities.
We shift our Personal Care specialties for the cosmetics industry to certified sustainable palm kernel oil.

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Lavergy^®

Lavergy^®

Biodegradable enzymes (protease and cellulase) for the detergent and cleaning agent industry
Already effective at low temperatures, saving consumers energy and costs
Lavergy^®grades meet the criteria of various eco-labels

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Tinocare^® GL

Scleroglucan polysaccharide produced by industrial fermentation
Used for skin and hair applications, e.g. face care, sun protection, shampoo and conditioning

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Vitamin B₂

Vitamin B₂ (Riboflavin) is used in dietary supplemets, food, infant nutrition and beverage applications
Vitamin B₂can also be used for medical nutrition

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Elastollan® N

Elastollan® N

BASF´s new biobased Thermoplastic Polyurethane
identic outstanding product performance to equivalent fossil based Elastollan®. The biobased TPU enables the usability in every already well-known area of Elastollan®.