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.
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At BASF, we strive to find solutions to the global challenges we face on a daily basis. This objective requires thinking outside the box and seeking integrated results. Collaboration is key in creating solutions. To achieve this goal, we consistently join forces with experts from different sectors with diverse backgrounds and a broad variety of know-how. With that in mind, we invite you to innovate with us! 

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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While the world’s population and the resulting demands continue to grow, the planet’s resources are limited. Chemistry is an enabler; it provides solutions for current and future societal needs. To find the best solutions, we collaborate with excellent minds from start-ups, industry and academia.

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We want to improve many areas of life. If you think you can contribute with your idea, technology or business model, we want to hear from you!
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Trade News | January 20, 2026

Eurofins and trinamiX launch Mobile Feed Analysis Solution for Equine Nutrition

Eurofins Agro Testing and trinamiX GmbH, announce a jointly developed mobile feed analysis solution for the equine sector that brings best-in-class forage testing directly to stables and pastures across Europe. This empowers stable owners, horse feed producers, equine nutritionists, forage dealers and veterinary professionals to make informed decisions based on real-time nutritional insights.
Trade News | January 15, 2026

BASF Color Report: Green and gray redefine the 2025 automotive color landscape 

In 2025, the global automotive color landscape reflects a clear shift toward individuality and nature-inspired aesthetics as consumers continue to move away from traditional favorites, as analyzed by BASF Coatings in the latest Color Report for Automotive OEM Coatings.
BASF Agricultural Solutions hat eine Vereinbarung mit der Private-Equity-Gesellschaft Paine Schwartz Partners sowie weiteren Anteilseignern getroffen, um deren Portfoliounternehmen AgBiTech zu übernehmen. Der Abschluss der Transaktion wird für die erste Jahreshälfte 2026 erwartet, vorbehaltlich der Genehmigung durch die zuständigen Behörden.
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Trade News | January 13, 2026

BASF Agricultural Solutions to acquire biological insect control group AgBiTech

BASF Agricultural Solutions has reached an agreement with private equity firm Paine Schwartz Partners and other shareholders to acquire its portfolio group, AgBiTech, which specializes in biological insect control solutions. BASF will assume full ownership of AgBiTech, including all assets such as portfolio, intellectual property rights, manufacturing operations, as well as research and development facilities, and personnel.
Im Motorraum werden Kunststoffe für Pumpen und Ventile aufgrund der steigenden Anforderungen der E-Mobilität unter Hydrolysebedingungen (Wasser-Glykol) getestet. Mithilfe der Arrhenius-Gleichung lässt sich die Lebensdauer von Kunststoffkomponenten – wie dem Ultramid® Polyamid mit verbesserter Hydrolysebeständigkeit, Glasfaserverstärkung und geringem Halogengehalt – zuverlässig auf über 100.000 Stunden extrapolieren. So kann, wie in diesem Fall sichergestellt werden, dass die geforderten 45.000 bis 55.000 Betriebsstunden erreicht werden.
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Trade News | January 12, 2026

Innovative polyamide materials from BASF meet new requirements of eMobility

With the further development of eMobility, the requirements for the ageing resistance of plastics in contact with chemicals are increasing significantly.
Business & Financial News | January 8, 2026

CDP awards BASF leadership status

The non-profit organization CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) has rated BASF as one of the world’s leading companies in the areas of forest and climate protection and sustainable water management.