Plastics & Rubber

On the way to rethink plastics

What we do with plastics needs to change — not the value they bring.

Plastics are part of everyday life — from how we build and move to how we protect and preserve.
But today, too much still depends on fossil resources, and too much plastic waste is not kept in the loop. 

At BASF, we are rethinking plastics step by step - across their entire lifecycle.
Our approach: make - use - recycle 

Some call it a transformation, we call it #OurPlasticsJourney.

Explore how we are changing plastics at every stage:

Visual of the Make topic from #OurPlasticsJourney showing a factory hall
Transforming plastics production
Reducing emissions, using alternative feedstocks and advancing low‑carbon production, strengthening resilience.
Visual of Use from #OurPlasticsJourney showing a car
Unlocking the full potential of plastics
Improving performance, durability and energy efficiency in real‑world use.
Visual of Recycle from #OurPlasticsJourney showing a recycling process
Keeping plastics in the loop
Turning plastic waste into resources through complementary recycling technologies.

Find out how our experts contribute to the #OurPlasticsJourney

Explore what we do across the different BASF divisions to move forward on #OurPlasticsJourney

We at BASF want to explore new ways to make the lifecycle of plastics more sustainable. This involves all regions, divisions, industries and products. From petrochemical raw materials, to monomers and polymers, additives and stabilizers. We want to be the preferred chemical supplier to enable our customers green transformation and create a better future with plastics.

Performance Materials

Plastic Additives

Monomers

Styrenic Foams

Plasticizers

How to get involved?

Join us on #ourplasticsjourney and leave us a message below. Together, we can reach our goal faster. So, let's join forces.

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