- The new butadiene plant in Antwerp has an annual production capacity of 155,000 metric tons.
- BASF's first butadiene plant in Ludwigshafen has a capacity of 105,000 metric tons.
- Butadiene is extracted from crude C4, a product from the steam cracker.
- Butadiene is used in synthetic rubber, plastics, and paper chemicals.
New Butadiene Plant in Antwerp
BASF has commenced operations at a new butadiene extraction plant at its Verbund site in Antwerp, Belgium. The facility boasts an annual production capacity of 155,000 metric tons, significantly enhancing BASF's butadiene output in Europe.
Doubling Production Capacity
This new plant is BASF’s second butadiene extraction facility in Europe, complementing the existing plant at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany, which has a capacity of 105,000 metric tons per year. The addition of the Antwerp plant more than doubles BASF’s butadiene production capacity in the region.
Strategic Integration
The butadiene extracted at the Antwerp plant will be derived from crude C4, a byproduct of the steam cracking process. This development further integrates the C4 value chain at the Antwerp site, reinforcing the site's strategic importance within BASF’s operations.
Applications of Butadiene
Butadiene is a crucial raw material used in the production of synthetic rubber, which is essential for the tire industry. It also has applications in the manufacturing of plastics and paper chemicals, making it a versatile component in various industrial processes.
