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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Catalysts drive performance. Whether you specialize in industrial or fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals or fuel cells, our compounds and solutions consistently provide high performance standards you can rely on. Our global network of production sites has you covered, no matter where you operate. With laboratories around the world, we guarantee a smooth development process.

Why BASF?

As a chemical company, we understand the challenges you face and the qualities you demand from a partner. That understanding makes us highly compatible with you, our customer, and informs our approach to each new project.

Precious metals is in our DNA. Starting with the invention of the 3-way automotive catalyst, BASF has been at the forefront of innovation and creativity for decades. These qualities are at your disposal to enable future innovations and creations.

Metal Trading

With access to one of the world’s largest precious metal trading organizations, companies can meet their buying, selling, hedging and leasing needs in our broad portfolio.

Analytical Expertise

Our world-class analytical laboratories work tirelessly to provide peace of mind over product quality or the accuracy and transparency of spent catalyst settlements.

Resource Recovery

When a catalyst reaches the end of its lifecycle, we help companies recover precious resources quickly and at competitive terms. Sustainability is always among our top priorities.

Technologies

Building on our century old values, BASF has been a worldwide leader in the field of precious metals management and a full-service provider of precious metals products and services. By leveraging an unparalleled market insight as well as decades of precious metals sourcing, trading and hedging expertise, we create a tangible competitive advantage for our customers.

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With more than 10,000 BASF research and development colleagues backing our efforts, we develop innovative products for customers. Our precious metal chemicals are used to produce pharmaceuticals, medical devices, fertilizers and more 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.

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