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Traditionally progressive BASF Polyurethane Worldwide Our products - The better solution Quality you can rely on Sustainable development The better way to live consciously to transport safely to enjoy time off to make life more attractive to produce better things to innovate the market Our vision Your contact

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The worldwide polyurethanes activities of BASF are co-ordinated from the global headquarters of BASF Polyurethane located in Brussels, Belgium.

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Polyurethanes are a core business of BASF. The polyurethanes division is an international supplier of isocyanates and polyols, polyurethane systems and speciality elastomers. It pursues a strategy of integrated, multilevel activities in this business sector.

With our expertise and innovation, we convert ideas into concrete solutions. We work together with our customers as partners to our mutual benefit.

The world is our market, supplied from production facilities in three different regions: Europe, including Africa and the Middle East, the Americas and Asia. We are guided by technological advances and customer needs.

Polyurethane system markets within the various regions of the world are serviced from decentralized locations that remain close to our customers. This enables quick service and just-in-time delivery.

Our polyurethane speciality elastomer business provides yet another technological development for polyurethane applications in high-quality products, and for problem solving in the technical sector.

We regard social and technological change as an opportunity. With our products and services, we devote a great deal of effort to preserving our natural resources.

Jean-Pierre Dhanis President BASF Polyurethane

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T R A D I T I O N A L L Y P R O G R E S S I V E

history

1970-1980

1980-1990
1982
Startup of a new MDI plant in Geismar (USA) with a capacity of 25 kt/a.

1990-2000
1992
Startup of a new 40 kt/a MDI plant in Yosu (Korea) in a joint venture with the Hanwha group.

1969
BASFs entry into polyurethane business by acquisition of Wyandotte Chemical Corporation (USA) and Elastogran GmbH (Germany), gives the company access to PU basic materials, PU systems, PU speciality elastomers and PU processing technologies.

1986
Expansion of the MDI capacity in Geismar (USA) to 70 kt/a.

1993
Expansion of the Geismar (USA) TDI plant to a capacity of 100 kt/a.

1989
Expansion of the integrated MDI line in Antwerp (Belgium) to a capacity of 120 kt/a.

1998
Expansion of the Yosu (Korea) MDI plant to a capacity of 80 kt/a. Acquisition of Dongsungs polyol plant in Ulsan (Korea) with a capacitiy of 12 kt/a.

1975
Startup of a new MDI plant in Antwerp (Belgium) with a capacity of 25 kt/a.

1990
Acquisition of the VEB Synthesewerk in Schwarzheide (Germany), today known as BASF Schwarzheide GmbH, producing MDI, TDI, and polyol.

1980
Startup of plants for the MDI precursors nitrobenzene and aniline in Antwerp (Belgium), establishing a MDI production line with a high degree of backward integration. Startup of a new polyol plant with a capacity of 50 kt/ in Antwerp (Belgium).

1999
Startup of Ellba Europe, a joint venture between BASF and Shell with capacities of 250 kt propylene oxide and 550 kt styrene monomer. Capacity expansion of the polyol plant in Antwerp (Belgium) to 135 kt/a.

B A S F Polyurethane the development of capacities (in 1000 t/a)

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2000
Startup of a new MDI production train in Geismar (USA) with a capacity of 140 kt/a. Capacity expansion of the TDI plant Schwarzheide (Germany) to 70 kt/a and of the polyol plant to 100 kt/a, including 20 kt/a polymer polyether polyol.

Today and in the future

2002
Startup of a new TDI plant in Geismar (USA) with a capacity of 160 kt/a and shutdown of the old 110 kt/a plant. Continuous expansion of the MDI Plant in Yosu (Korea) from 80 kt/a to 160 kt/a up to 2004. Ellba Eastern, a joint venture between BASF and Shell, will start production in Singapore (250 kt/a propylene oxide, 550 kt/a styrene monomer).

2001
Expansion of the polyol production in Ulsan (Korea) to 30 kt/a.

Today and in the future, BASF is represented in all regions in the triad with world scale production facilities for polyurethane basic products.

2003
BASFs first Asian TDI Plant in Yosu (Korea) with a capacity of 140 kt/a will go on-stream. Debottlenecking of the MDI production in Antwerp (Belgium) to 320 kt/a.

Parallel to the expansions in basic products, the capacities for thermoplastic polyurethanes and finished products made of microcellular elastomers have been continuously extended at the BASF Polyurethane locations Lemfrde (Germany), Wyandotte (USA), Mau (Brazil), Yokkaichi and Shinshiro (Japan), and Nansha (China).

During the last 30 years of BASF activities in

Polyols MDI TDI

polyurethanes, a global network of more than 20 sites has been established for systems blending. These locations serve as competence and distribution centers for all BASF Polyurethane products and services.

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is represented in all regions of the world. This means long-term advantages for our customers.

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Wyandotte (Michigan) Carrollton (Texas) Clemson (South Carolina) Livonia (Michigan) Orange (California) Geismar (Louisiana) Toronto (Canada) Blackie (Canada) Lerma (Mexico) Mau (Brazil) Buenos Aires (Argentina)

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We speak your language.

BASF Polyurethane is one of the global leaders in the polyurethane industry supplying basic products, systems and speciality elastomers. Applying our knowledge for progress and innovation, we provide solutions for all polyurethane related problems. Polyurethanes are a
Production sites for: = Basic Products = Systems = Speciality Elastomers
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core business of the BASF Group.

Basic Products (isocyanates, polyols and precursors such as aniline

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Lemf rde (Germany) Olching (Germany) Schwarzheide (Germany) Alfreton (UK) Villanova d Asti (Italy) Zingonia (Italy) Mitry-Mory (France) Rubi (Spain) Solymar (Hungary) Antwerpen (Belgium) Moerdijk (the Netherlands) Istanbul (Turkey) Nishnekamsk (Russia)

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Yosu (South Korea) Ulsan (South Korea) Hsinchu (Taiwan) Shinshiro (Japan) Yokkaichi (Japan) Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) Nansha (China)

and propylene oxide) are manufactured in world scale plants integrated in petrochemical complexes. Polyurethane Systems and Speciality Elastomers - for which BASF Polyurethane is the market leader - are produced tailor-made and close to our customers in more than 20 locations worldwide.

regional marketing and sales, application technology and production for the entire range of polyurethane products. The NAFTA Regional Business Unit is located in Wyandotte (USA), whereas the European business is managed from Lemf rde (Germany). The Regional Business Unit Asia has its head office in Hong Kong

BASF Polyurethane, represented all around the globe, contributes actively to progress and growth in the polyurethane industry. For all industries you find BASF experts in your area who speak your language.

Strategically located in the three regions of the Triad, the Regional Business Units of BASF Polyurethane are responsible for

(China). The global business of BASF Polyurethane is co-ordinated by its headquarters located in Brussels (Belgium). We know your market. We provide solutions for your problems.
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BASF Polyurethane Our products the better solution

Polyurethane Basic Products

BASF Polyurethane applies a broad approach to serve all the needs of the polyurethane industry. Our goal is to form a partnership with our customers that leads to shared success. With our products and services, we are close to our customers as a reliable partner in all world regions.

BASF Polyurethane basic products are manufactured in world scale plants in Europe, the Americas and Asia. State-of-the-art-technology results in constant, consistent and reliable product quality and product supply. Our well-trained production teams secure this quality trademark worldwide.

Isocyanates are marketed under the brand name Lupranate . The portfolio consists of several grades of polymeric MDI,

BASF Polyurethane offers a comprehensive product portfolio from basic products (polyether polyols, polyester polyols, MDI and TDI) to polyurethane systems and speciality elastomers (thermoplastic polyurethane TPU and microcellular elastomers as a finished product).

monomeric MDI, TDI and prepolymers.

Polyether Polyols are marketed under the brand names Lupranol and Pluracol . The product portfolio includes conventional polyether polyols as well as polymer polyether polyols and consists of over a hundred different products for nearly all applications within the polyurethane industry.

Polyester Polyols are marketed under the brand name Lupraphen . Both aliphatic and aromatic grades are available.

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Polyurethane Systems

skin (Elastofoam ), RIM (Elastolit ), shoe sole (Elastopan ) and CASE

microcellular polyurethane elastomers. These finished products

Based on our own raw materials sources, we offer tailor-made solutions for a wide variety of polyurethane applications. According to the different specific needs, our experts all over the world develop together with their customers ready-to-use systems, carefully considering process engineering, physical/chemical and environmental aspects.

applications (Elastan , Elastocoat ,

for vibration and damping applications are mainly used in the automotive industry as shock

Elasturan , Elastoskin , Elastocast ).

Our highly qualified and locally operating technical service teams offer assistance in optimizing the systems processing in our customers plants.

absorbers and buffers.

As your preferred partner in the PU industry, BASF additionally offers a wide range of PU amine catalysts, PolyTHF grades and

Polyurethane Speciality Elastomers

hexamethylenediisocyanate (HDI).

We offer thermoplastic polyOur systems product portfolio covers nearly all polyurethane applications and illustrates BASF s competence in polyurethanes: for rigid foams (Elastopor ,

urethane elastomers (TPU). Supplied in granular form, they are processed by injection molding, extrusion or blow molding. Our wide Elastollan product range comprises TPU based on polyester and polyether polyols. Cellasto , Elastocell and Emdicell are the trade names for BASF s
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Elastospray , Autofroth , Autopour ); for flexible, thermo

formable and semirigid foams (Elastoflex , CosyPUR ); for integral

The quality policy of BASF Polyurethane

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Q U A L I T Y Y O U C A N R E L Y O N

Our quality management system encompasses every organizational, technical and personnel-related activity for assuring and improving the level of quality.

The Total Quality Management concept (TQM) is a fundamental part of our corporate culture. It applies to every employee of BASF Polyurethane. All our main production and

Quality management is an essential part of our corporate obligation to diligence.

service locations throughout the world are certified according to DIN/ISO 9000 guidelines.

It is our goal to ensure that our products and services meet the quality expectations of our customers. At the forefront is the principle of error avoidance rather than error detection: that is, the zero-defects approach.

By putting this concept into practice, we pursue the objective of continuously improving every aspect of the company performance in order to meet our customers needs. This means consistent quality assurance and further development of all of our company services.

Working responsibly To achieve this goal we have developed a quality management system according to DIN/ISO 9001/EN 29001 and BASF guidelines. This QM system is an integral part of our organization and ensures that every QM activity is carried out with the required level of impartiality. We develop solutions with the knowledge of our obligation to act responsibly towards society and environment. Work and product safety are integrated aspects of all our activities.

The strict standards and the organizational structure are established in the QM manual for all employees of BASF Polyurethane.

BASF Q u a l i t y
The management undertakes on behalf of the entire company and its employees to carry out every activity in accordance with these manuals. This ensures that the quality of every product and service provided by BASF Polyurethane meets the requirements of DIN/ISO 9001/EN 29001 and other applicable codes of practice.
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Polyurethanes have entered all aspects of our lives. In this framework, BASF Polyurethane commits itself to continuous improvements in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection. Sustainable development is our target, Responsible Care are the means.

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Product Stewardship

the optimal product or production process.

all polyurethane materials. This contributes to lower energy consumption in incineration

We carefully consider all health, safety and environmental aspects, starting with the development stage of each new product and the production processes. We make constant efforts to reduce the hazards and risks inherent to the manufacturing process, storage, transportation, marketing, use, recycling and disposal of BASF Polyurethane products. We offer assistance and training to our customers and partners about how to handle our products safely. In case of an emergency, our customers and all emergency forces can rely on the BASF network of expert support. We use ecoefficiency analysis tools to benchmark polyurethane products and applications regarding economical and ecological aspects. In addition, these tools help our customers to decide on Thanks to the wide range of applications, polyurethanes vary considerably in chemical structure. That is why three different approaches are developed for their further use. Energy Recovery by incineration can be applied to Recycling The BASF Group forms a worldwide corporate network that is the polyurethanes business' framework for ecoefficient processes in Verbund sites. The term Verbund includes both ecological and economical efficiency of the various businesses, where for example by-products from one unit are used as raw material for another. Verbund Efficiency

plants. Polyurethanes regrind can be re-used in polyurethane parts as filler. Production scrap can be converted back into polyols through a glycolysis process developed by BASF.

Industry Issue Management

Issues of great concern to the polyurethane industry are: formal assessments of raw materials or applications by authorities; recovery of post consumer materials; fire-emissions or emanations from polyurethane products. BASF Polyurethane, supported by corporate specialists, generates scientific back-up and provides full support to respective industry associations.

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efficiency in
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T H E B E T T E R W A Y T O L I V E C O N S C I O U S L Y
Wasting energy is expensive wherever you are in the world. Saving energy is an urgent need to safeguard the next generations future. Polyurethane foam is an economical and effective insulation
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Polyurethanes from BASF demonstrate their suitability for energy saving applications in many industries like the construction, energy transport and appliance industry. Our products are used as thermal insulation for building shells, windows, roller blinds and many types of roofs, as well as cooling and heating equipment, including energy carrying pipelines.
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For decades, BASF Polyurethane products have been used in all industry segments where energy transport and energy saving is a challenge. We provide tailor-made products for all rigid foam processing applications (laminate board, slab foam, spray foam, etc.).

Apart from their outstanding heat transfer coefficient, polyurethanes are also effective sealants against rain, wind and dust.

energy
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Polyurethane insulated pipes ensure the steady flow of oil through the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline. Thermal pipe insulation of polyurethane rigid foam for money saving energy transport. An architecturally sophisticated solution that saves energy: sandwich elements made of Polyurethane. Sprayfoam systems allow seamless insulation of storage tanks. Available in a variety of thicknesses and sizes, foil-faced polyisocyanurate sheating board provides a high degree of insulation efficiency. Keeping it cool and fresh: no problem with polyurethane insulating materials. Rigid foam systems are designed for industrial uses such as refrigerated display racks, as well as for private use in refrigerators. Roofs covered with polyurethane foam and coated with UV-protective paint coating. Roof coverings such as this one are sealed for many years to come, and prevent energy loss. 7 6

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supremacy
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T H E B E T T E R W A Y T O T R A N S P O R T S A F E L Y
Mobility is one of our most important needs wherever we are in the world. In the Global Village, mobility often equals quality of life. Polyurethanes transform these needs into solutions.

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Travel is an integral part of our modern life - for business and pleasure alike. People want to reach their destination in safety and comfort. Mobility also contributes to a high standard of living when goods are directly transported from the producer to the consumer, quickly and safely, without reduced quality or detours. In all these considerations, environmental compatibility is of particular importance.

Products from BASF Polyurethane have made a significant contribution towards meeting these demands. Polyurethanes provide increased safety, improved driving comfort and better interiors. They help to save energy by reducing weight in many applications within the automobile and transportation sector: e.g. seats, steering wheels, instrument panels,
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roof liners, bumpers and safety systems, shock absorbers.

We offer a wide variety of polyurethane materials with high potential for innovation, based on economical and environmentally compatible processing, long service life, and a broad range of possibilities for reuse through recycling. Our polyurethane materials provide designers and engineers with the freedom to create innovative designs. Together with our partners, we work as a team to put these tailor-made solutions into practice.
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in motion
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Molded polyurethane flexible foams contribute to a high comfort in automobile seatings. Semi-rigid polyurethane systems for light-weight and soft-touch instrument panels. Holding tight: safe energy and information transport in automobile applications like ABS systems by using high performance thermoplastic polyurethanes for cable encapsulations and cable connections. Supplementary springs made of microcellular elastomers improve safety and comfort. Dimensionally stable, durable and easily paintable autobody panels made from reinforced reaction injection molding systems. Light, sturdy and simple to install: roof liners made from thermoformable polyurethane foam. Sound-damping properties of special polyurethane flexible foams provide solutions to reduce sound in the automotive interior. 8 Flexible integral skin systems give steering wheels a safe grip and a pleasant touch.

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flexibility
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Recreation is becoming more and more important in our daily lives. The right outfit is of major importance for success and enjoyment. Innovation is a key to survival for this industry. A permanent challenge when you need a partner who helps you to
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Many questions must be answered when designing sports products: which fashion trends must be taken into account in the product design? Are there ergonomic or medical specifications? Which regulations and standards must be met? What about the price? And what about recycling and the environment? Will the development period be sufficient? The material is one of the crucial factors. Only the best materials have a chance.

BASF Polyurethane has been involved in the sports, recreation and leisure sector for nearly 30 years and offers producers of finished articles a wide range of tailor-made basic products, systems and speciality elastomers. The wide range of mechanical properties of our product lines enables us to formulate polyurethanes precisely to suit the product characteristics you need.
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in leisure
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Snug-fitting inner soles made of polyurethane can be made with any grade of flexibility. Flexible ski tips, ski covers made of TPU based blends and polyurethane ski cores improve the ski performance. Increased comfort and safety for cyclists using microcellular elastomer shock absorbers. Polyurethane wheels for inline skates and kickboards reduce noise and make skating even more fun. Polyurethane fits to every foot: flexible, wear-resistant and shock-absorbing shoe soles; and sports shoe soles made of thermoplastic polyurethane in different color combinations. Baseball with polyurethane inner core. Suitable for all kinds of sports: polyurethane-based athletic surfacing. Polyurethane bowling ball with built-in polyurethane balancer. 8 7

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beauty in
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T H E B E T T E R W A Y T O M A K E L I F E M O R E A T T R A C T I V E
Home is often the single constant factor, a focal point in most peoples otherwise hectic lives. Many people find the basis for quality living in the comfort of their own home - a source of strength and energy.

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Every one has his own personal taste when it comes to interior design. At the same time, all fittings and furnishings have to meet some fundamental requirements: every one wants to live in comfort and safety. It is also expected that appliances in the home require as little energy as possible, and moreover, that they have been produced using as little energy as possible.
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Unique and practical furnishings for the home require materials with a sophisticated range of properties. Products from BASF Polyurethane have opened up a fascinating spectrum of applications to meet this need. These materials ensure tailor-made solutions for a wide variety of users.
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Polyurethane flexible foams make upholstered furniture very comfortable to sit on. Mattresses made of polyurethanes can be ergonomically designed without any restrictions.

As a highly efficient insulating material, polyurethane allows refrigerators and deep freezers to be made with very thin walls.
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lifestyle
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Armrests and footrests of polyurethane flexible integral skin foam with durable simulated leather outer skin. Synthetic leather made of polyurethane for clothing and bags. Just like real leather, it has the same feel. Autofroth systems provide positive buoyancy and structural integrity. Excellent processability of polyurethane systems makes finished parts with very complicated surface structures possible: for example, wood imitating picture frames. Seat and backcushions made from polyurethane flexible foam make the combination of appealing and ergonomic designs possible. Mattresses made of polyurethane improve sleeping comfort. Keeping it cool and fresh: no problem with polyurethane insulating materials, for example: private use refrigerators.

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versatility in
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T H E B E T T E R W A Y T O P R O D U C E B E T T E R T H I N G S
Polyurethanes can be used for a variety of other applications. Talk to us. We can help you find a solution for your specific needs.

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Polyurethanes - with their fascinating range of properties - are one of the most versatile materials existing. The range of applications for polyurethanes is just as broad. Besides energy saving, automotive, leisure and lifestyle applications, polyurethanes also offer properties required for highly specialized applications.
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It is this very area that challenges BASF Polyurethane's experts in research, development and application technology. Products and know-how are the building blocks that make polyurethane a superior material for a broad range of applications.

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Flexible, abrasion temperature resistant and flame retardant cable encapsulations made of thermoplastic polyurethane. Durable screen elements made of polyurethane withstand abrasive bulk materials - resisting abrasion and decomposition. No compromises. The polyurethane casting system for reliable embedding of hollow-fiber bundles in dialysis filters. Flexible and abrasion resistant thermoplastic polyurethane for long-life and safe hose applications. Cast polyurethane elastomer for pipe sealing. Highly impact-resistant polyurethane systems for technical parts, like transportation boxes. Smooth and quiet rollers made of thermoplastic polyurethane. 8 Flexible sprayed elastomer coatings provide non-slip surfaces and corrosion protection. 7

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creativity
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T H E B E T T E R W A Y T O I N N O V A T E T H E M A R K E T
Different industries demand a different, almost personalized approach. Today it is not sufficient to only supply high-quality polyurethane materials; companies are looking for the best solutions for their specific and complex problems. Innovation
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The polyurethane market continuously challenges its players to find new and improved solutions in all industry segments. Innovation is a prerequisite to be successful in the market, both for BASF as a leading polyurethane chemicals supplier and for our customers.
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BASF is investing considerable amounts in research and development to further develop polyurethane as the best, multi-purpose material for the widest range of applications. For example: in 2000, BASF established a new European R&D center for polyurethane systems and speciality elastomers in Lemf rde (Germany).

Our motivated polyurethane R&D staff, located in the three main business areas of the world, is developing customer-specific, innovative solutions as well as basic concepts for new polyurethane applications. In addition, the close link with the global BASF group R&D network helps to develop solutions using the entire range of BASF plastics and other materials.
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Our technical and sales staff, operating at more than 20 locations worldwide, transfer - in co-operation with our customers - the R&D results into mutual business success.

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Transparent, UV-stable and scratch-resistant polyurethane systems for prescious wood coatings in interior automotive applications The new Cellasto damping system (CeoDS) is a further step to improve damping properties of automobiles. New moulded flexible foams for seating, seat back rests or medical applications: the range of the CosyPUR systems reaches from supersoft to viscoelastic foam properties. Sandwich Plate System (SPS) is a new patented and revolutionary technology which replaces conventional stiffened steel plates in maritime and civil structures with a steel-elastomer-steel composite structural laminate providing benefits in performance, cost and safety. Take advantage of the broad BASF plastics portfolio: the combination of thermoplastic foil - polyurethane foam - interior decoration makes the manufacturing of complete car modules (e.g. SMART roof module) possible. The foam core is processed using the new Long-FibreInjection (LFI) technology. The combination of a thermoplastic polyurethane outer sole and a polyurethane foamed inner sole results in a combination of properties: high walking comfort and high abrasion resistance. New surface decoration material for automotive interior applications: using the RIM technology, thin, decorative and flexible polyurethane surface films can be produced and backfoamed in a second processing step.
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BASF P o l y u r e t h a n e
O U R BASF, with more than 30 years of experience, is one of the leading international players in the polyurethanes industry. V I S I O N

Our product range includes basic products (MDI, TDI, polyether polyols, polyester polyols), systems and speciality elastomers (TPU, finished microcellular parts).

Our business philosophy is to develop polyurethane solutions in close partnership with our customers. We offer our global knowledge and expertise network to identify our customers complex, application-related problems and to develop specific and innovative solutions - bearing all economic and practical considerations in mind.

We continuously improve our processes to ensure the consistant quality of our products and services.

We develop solutions in accordance with our obligation to act responsibly towards society and environment.

With a better solution, we want to contribute to your success. Challenge us and contact us at our regional business units or at www.pu.basf.com.

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I We are traditionally progressive I We speak your language I We understand your problems I We convert new ideas into business I We offer quality you can rely on

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BASF Regional Business Unit Polyurethane Europe Elastogran GmbH Postfach 11 40 49440 Lemf rde - Germany Telephone +49 5443 12 0 Telefax +49 5443 12 2201 E-mail elastogran@elastogran.de

BASF Regional Business Unit Polyurethane NAFTA BASF Corporation 1609 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte Michigan 48192 - USA Telephone +1 734 324 62 92 Telefax +1 734 324 52 83 E-mail UrethChem_Web_Requests@notes.basf-corp.com

BASF Regional Business Unit Polyurethane Asia BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Tower 1 - 4th floor South Seas Centre 75 Mody Road Tsim Sha Tsui East Kowloon - Hong Kong P.O. Box 98427 Telephone +852 27 31 01 93 Telefax +852 27 34 96 36 E-mail Puasia@basf-east-asia.com.hk

BASF Polyurethane - Global Coordination Avenue Hamoir 14 1180 Bruxelles - Belgium Telephone +32 2 373 2519 Telefax +32 2 373 2151 E-mail basf-polyurethane@notes.basant.be

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