BASF SE is a German multinational chemical company headquartered in Ludwigshafen, founded in 1865 as Badische Anilin- und Soda-Fabrik. It operates an integrated “Verbund” production model that links plants and energy flows to enhance efficiency and resource use across a global network of sites.
BASF’s portfolio spans the full chemical value chain, with segments including Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care, and Agricultural Solutions. Offerings range from basic chemicals, intermediates, plastics and performance materials to catalysts, coatings, battery materials, crop protection, and ingredients for nutrition and personal care. The company serves industries such as automotive, construction, electronics, packaging, agriculture, and consumer goods. BASF invests in research and development focused on sustainable and low‑carbon technologies, circularity, and digital solutions, including precision agriculture via BASF Digital Farming GmbH. Through subsidiaries and partnerships worldwide, BASF provides products and systems for industrial and consumer applications.