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BASF SE

Bioplastic Producer
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Headquarters
📍 Ludwigshafen, Germany
Stock
📈 FWB:BAS
Employees
👥 111,000+
Annual Turnover
💰 $97.5B
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🧬 Primary Materials

PBAT, PBAT blends, Ecoflex (fossil-based compostable polymer), Ecovio (compostable polymer blend of Ecoflex and PLA), PLA

🎯 Market Segments

Packaging (organic waste bags, fruit and vegetable bags, carrier bags, compostable packaging), Agriculture (mulch films), Injection molding products, Coffee capsules

⚙️ Production Capacity by Biopolymer

Ecoflex (PBAT)

Capacity: 80,000 tons/year

Location: Ludwigshafen, Germany

Ecovio (PBAT/PLA blend)

Capacity: 50,000 tons/year

Location: Ludwigshafen, Germany

Overview

BASF SE is the world’s largest chemical producer headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, with extensive global operations. The company specializes in bioplastics such as Ecoflex and Ecovio, which are certified compostable polymers used in various applications including packaging and agricultural films. BASF focuses on sustainable plastic solutions, including biodegradable and bio-based polymers, and actively develops technologies for plastic waste management and recycling.

Primary Materials

PBAT, PBAT blends, Ecoflex (fossil-based compostable polymer), Ecovio (compostable polymer blend of Ecoflex and PLA), PLA

Market Segments

Packaging (organic waste bags, fruit and vegetable bags, carrier bags, compostable packaging), Agriculture (mulch films), Injection molding products, Coffee capsules


Last updated: January 02, 2026

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