BASF Catalysts offers exceptional expertise in the development of technologies that protect the air we breathe, produce the fuels that power our world and ensure efficient production of a wide variety of chemicals, plastics and other products including advanced battery materials. BASF’s Catalysts division is the world’s leading supplier of environmental and process catalysts. The group offers exceptional expertise in the development of technologies that protect the air we breathe, produce the fuels that power our world and ensure efficient production of a wide variety of chemicals, plastics and other products, including advanced battery materials. We believe mobility’s future lies in more than just products. So where others come to a full stop, we’re just getting started—by leveraging the full power of BASF to continually advance our comprehensive package of sustainable solutions that enable us to travel further, as well as above and beyond. Protecting the air we breathe from harmful emissions through innovation. BASF leverages unsurpassed expertise in the development of emission control technologies for a wide range of market applications. BASF is committed to advancing and promoting environmentally-sound technologies to achieve a sustainable future in aviation. Offering 50 years of experience developing intelligent solutions for air quality over a wide range of applications — enabling clean air for a healthier, more sustainable future. With more than 150 years of experience in metal sourcing, trading, and hedging, we’ve built tangible results for our industrial customers. With more than 100 years of experience in recycling materials, BASF’s end-to-end recycling program is known and trusted around the globe. As a leader in precious-metal thermocouples for many years, BASF recently applied its technological expertise to optical-based temperature measurement. Developing and producing pharmaceutical ingredients for more than 75 years, enabling us to provide the solutions you need to meet today's and tomorrow's challenges for your pharmaceutical business. Find the latest news and media information for BASF’s Catalysts division, headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey, USA, the world’s leading supplier of environmental and process catalysts. Explore this collection of resources to learn more about our innovative research and Catalyst solutions.

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About BASF Catalysts

BASF’s Catalysts division, headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey, USA, is a global division of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany, and is the world’s leading supplier of environmental and process catalysts. The division employs more than 8,000, with over 30 manufacturing sites worldwide. BASF's Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalysis.

In December 2021, BASF announced the carve-out of the mobile emissions catalysts, precious metals trading, recycling, and related products, and services business into a to-be created standalone organization named BASF Automotive Catalysts and Recycling (ACR). This name has now been changed into BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS). The carve-out is intended to be completed by July 2023. Once completely standalone, ECMS will remain part of BASF Group.

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. More than 111,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions.

We create chemistry for a sustainable future

We want to contribute to a world that provides a viable future with enhanced quality of life for everyone. We do so by creating chemistry for our customers and society and by making the best use of available resources. Sustainability is at the core of what we do, a driver for growth as well as an element of our risk management. For example, we have defined sustainability focus areas within our corporate strategy. These formulate the commitments with which BASF positions itself in the market and how it aims to meet the growing challenges along the value chain.

Responsible Partnering

The cooperation between ecological, economic and social stakeholders is important for sustainability. Thus, BASF participates in various partnerships and networks.

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Environment

BASF has a solid history of success in the area of environmental protection. We will continue to work to protect people and the environment.

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Employees and Society

Our employees are fundamental for achieving the goals of our "We Create Chemistry" strategy.

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BASF Responsible Platinum/Palladium Sourcing Policy

This BASF Platinum/Palladium Sourcing Policy specifies key elements of BASF’s sourcing of Platinum/Palladium materials for BASF catalyst recycling business.

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Read all news around the topic of sustainability at BASF; featuring current stories from all regions, news releases, event announcements and further links.

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Who are we?

We want to contribute to a world that provides a viable future with enhanced quality of life for everyone. We do so by creating chemistry for our customers and society and by making the best use of available resources.

Meeting the Needs of Society

Chemistry is an enabler for new ideas and solutions.

Our Foundation

Our Corporate Strategy is the framework for driving our company’s success.

Locations and Sites

BASF Catalysts division has more than 30 manufacturing sites around the world.

A Sustainable Future

Sustainability is at the core of what we do, a driver for growth as well as an element of our risk management.

Our Product Portfolio

With a vast and dynamic portfolio, BASF Catalysts covers many different industries.

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