Daniel Freidank (left) and Wei Leng (right), lab managers, check the quality of viscoelastic polyurethane foam. The density of a foam product depends on the type and amount of blowing agent, and the flexibility or rigidity on the structure of polyols and isocyanates involved. Print free of charge. Copyright by BASF
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Elevating Excellence: BASF Pharma Solutions Technical Service Lab in India

Welcome to the BASF Pharma Solutions Applications Lab in Mumbai, India.

Dedicated to providing in-depth knowledge of excipients and formulations, this lab is equipped with the capabilities to support the development of oral, solubilization, and topical solutions, enabling you to unlock the full potential of your APIs.

Thanks to our extensive network of R&D and Applications Labs in India, Germany, USA, Brazil and China, we can provide efficient and reliable services to our customers, no matter their market.

To connect with our regional Technical Service teams, please submit your inquiries here: https://pharma.basf.com/speak-with-an-expert

Join us in our efforts to innovate for a sustainable future: we welcome you to bring in your expertise to help with our ongoing challenges. In our open collaborations, you may find a perfect match with your profile. Take initiative and get in touch with us.

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Business & Financial News | December 11, 2025

BASF Research Press Briefing 2025: How innovations drive BASF’s success 

“Innovation has always been part of BASF’s DNA. Especially in these volatile times, it is crucial to leverage our innovative strength to develop competitive solutions that differentiate us as a company in our markets and give us a competitive edge,” said Dr. Stephan Kothrade, Member of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF and Chief Technology Officer, at the company’s Research Press Briefing held today. To achieve this, BASF implemented its “Winning Ways” strategy about a year ago with the clear goal of becoming the preferred chemical company to enable its customers’ green transformation. “Our ambition extends beyond making BASF green. We aim to inspire customers to choose BASF as their trusted partner for their future success,” Kothrade said.
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Trade News | December 11, 2025

Turning diaper waste into new value: BASF, Essity and TU Wien pioneer circular solutions

BASF, one of the world’s leading chemical companies and manufacturer of superabsorbent polymers (SAP), and Essity, a global leading hygiene and health company, joined forces together with the Technical University of Wien to revolutionize recycling of absorbent hygiene products (AHP).
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BASF introduces low-VOC polyurethane catalyst Lupragen® N 208 Photo: Created with artificial intelligence
Trade News | December 8, 2025

BASF introduces low-VOC polyurethane catalyst Lupragen® N 208

Ludwigshafen, Germany, December 8, 2025 – BASF is adding a modern amine catalyst, Lupragen® N 208, to its portfolio of Lupragen amine catalysts for the production of polyurethane (PU) foams.
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trinamiX wFoV dot projector is designed to enhance in-vehicle health and safety Photo: trinamiX
Trade News | December 3, 2025

trinamiX introduces automotive-grade wide-Field-of-View dot projector enabling convenient Health and Safety Features at CES 2026

Ludwigshafen, Germany, December 3, 2025 – At CES 2026, trinamiX GmbH, a leader in biometric imaging technology, will unveil its groundbreaking wide-Field-of-View (110° × 85°) dot projector designed to enhance automotive in-vehicle health and safety. Combined with trinamiX proprietary software and a near-infrared camera, this technology features advanced sensing capabilities — including secure Face Authentication, remote vital signs monitoring, 3D distance mapping for optimized airbag deployment and recognition of correct and secure seatbelt routing. The projector’s wide Field-of-View enables simultaneous monitoring of both the driver and front-seat passenger, reducing the need for multiple sensors.
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Business & Financial News | December 3, 2025

Nobel Prize for MOFs: Nanostructures enable large-scale extraction of carbon dioxide from the air

BASF produces metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for CO₂ capture on an industrial scale. These nanostructures can absorb large quantities of molecules on their surface. For the development of these MOF structures, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm will award this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry on December 10, 2025.
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