Performance Polymers

Stories

These stories tell the tale of how we can help you create chemistry for a sustainable future – no matter the industry.  Please enjoy!

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Inside the car: the unique potential of automotive recycling

With several pilot projects, BASF demonstrates how automotive waste can be transformed into valuable materials and returned to a closed loop within the automotive industry.
Image of BASF's chemical site in Ludwigshafen, Germany

Full REDcert² Certification in Europe

All European production sites of BASF Performance Material are certified to support circularity in plastics.
BASF’s portfolio for electrolyzer parts includes Ultrason® grades for frames, gaskets and separator membranes. Photo: BASF

Scaling up of Green Hydrogen Production

Discover how Stargate Hydrogen is enabling durable alkaline water electrolyzers with BASF’s Ultrason® S.
 
A shoe with spring vibes of Elastopan® SpringPURe – created by Desma and BASF. Photo Elastopan®SpringPURe

Lightweight PU Innovation for Next-Gen Footwear

Discover how Elastopan® SpringPURe is transforming footwear design by combining low-density polyurethane with exceptional durability and comfort.

Carbon management and circularity go hand in hand

The circular economy relies on renewable energy and circular carbon. Recycled content and recyclability of plastics are key sustainability targets.