BASFY Initiates Production of BMB Polyether Polyols in Geismar

BASF SE BASFY recently initiated the first commercial production of biomass balance (“BMB”) polyether polyols in North America, marking a major step in advancing its sustainability goals. The products are being manufactured at BASF’s integrated Verbund site in Geismar, LA. With this addition, the company’s portfolio of sustainable polyurethane raw materials is broadened.

The BMB polyether polyols are recognized under ISCC PLUS certification, which ensures traceability and verification of sustainable biomass inputs throughout the value chain. Through the biomass balance approach, BASF replaces a portion of fossil-based feedstocks at the beginning of production with renewable bio-circular materials. The process reduces reliance on fossil resources while maintaining identical product quality and performance.

The polyether polyols are a key component in polyurethane chemistry that are used as a primary raw material with isocyanates to form polyurethane polymers. These materials are used in various industrial applications, providing a drop???in solution that helps customers reduce the product’s carbon footprint. The manufacturers can also continue with the same specifications and processing characteristics as their fossil-based counterparts, making the transition quick and devoid of any operational disruption.

The expansion of the BMB portfolio demonstrates the company’s commitment to delivering reliable and sustainable solutions. Customers can easily adopt these materials without any reformulation, enabling immediate progress towards sustainability targets. The launch also complements BASF’s existing BMB isocyanate portfolio and supports the sustainability roadmap of its Monomers division.

BASFY stock has lost 3.9% over the past year compared with the industry’s 6.9% decline.

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