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The automotive color concept EFFLORESCENCE from BASF effectively demonstrates the compatibility of sustainability and design values. The monocoat combines all of its functionalities in a single layer – including a pearl-like visual effect without the use of traditional effect pigments, and a reduction of the car body heating due to more than 65% of light reflection. This unique approach has now been recognized within the Red Dot Award: Design Concept, one of the world’s most prestigious competitions that honors innovations as the precursors of tomorrow’s great products.

With Ultramid^® LowPCF (reduced CO₂ footprint/“Product Carbon Footprint”, PCF**) and Ultramid^® ZeroPCF* (CO₂ footprint of net zero greenhouse gas emissions), BASF launches two new product variants within its polyamide value chain in Europe. Greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced when compared to conventional products. BASF is offering its Ultramid^® B brand and the precursor caprolactam as ZeroPCF and LowPCF variants, as well as Ultramid^® C as LowPCF option.
 

BASF launches a new ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane: Elastollan^® 1400. The new TPU series provides exceptional hydrolysis and microbe resistance and combines stable processing behavior with good compression set properties. The material delivers outstanding burst pressure performance and can be processed by extrusion and injection molding. The aging stability of Elastollan^® 1400 ensures long-lasting performance – a versatile option for a wide range of applications.

Efficient electrolyzers are key in advancing the green hydrogen economy. For the development of larger, more efficient and durable electrolyzers, BASF offers a unique partnership to the energy sector: a tailored portfolio of polyarylethersulfones (PSU, PESU, PPSU) for components in water electrolyzers used for producing green hydrogen – combined with application know-how and reliable local technical support for part design. Backed by BASF’s deep understanding of complex injection-molding applications and membrane casting, BASF helps customers in upscaling electrolyzer technology, thus pushing the transformation to clean energy. BASF’s portfolio for electrolyzer parts includes Ultrason^® grades for frames, gaskets and separator membranes. This can be experienced first-hand at the BASF booth at Fakuma 2024, Germany where an electrolyzer frame sample will be exhibited.

Berlin, Germany – October 09, 2024 – BASF’s Personal Care business is expanding its portfolio of natural-based emulsifiers. The newly launched ingredient Emulgade^® Verde 10 OL (INCI: Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate) addresses several upcoming trends in the personal care industry. It is suitable for cold manufacturing processes, thus enabling cost, time and energy savings. Additionally, it can serve as single-use emulsifier for sprayable emulsions including sun care sprays. The second emulsifier, Emulgade^® Verde 10 MS  (INCI: Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate), is a strong, flexible all-rounder. Together, they are part of BASF’s Emulgade^® Verde line of emulsifiers, which the company will present at this year’s SEPAWA Congress in Berlin at booth A142/151/152 from October 16 to 18, 2024.