- The new plant will increase annual vitamin A production by 1,500 metric tons.
- The facility will produce vitamin A acetate with 2.8 million International Units.
- The plant is scheduled to come onstream in 2020.
- The new facility will be integrated into BASF's production Verbund.
New Vitamin A Plant
BASF has initiated plans to construct a new world-scale vitamin A plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany. This facility will increase the company's total annual production capacity of vitamin A by 1,500 metric tons, specifically producing vitamin A acetate with 2.8 million International Units.
Market Demand and Supply
The investment aims to ensure a long-term supply for BASF's customers and meet the growing market demand. The new plant is scheduled to come onstream in 2020, enhancing the company's ability to support customer growth with high supply reliability and superior product quality.
Integration and Competitive Position
The new production facility will be fully integrated into BASF’s existing production Verbund, optimizing resource use and emphasizing the competitive position of the Ludwigshafen site. This integration is expected to bolster the site's efficiency and output capabilities.
Production Capabilities
BASF is a leading global producer of vitamin A, catering to animal and human nutrition as well as the cosmetic industry. The new plant will further solidify BASF's position in these markets by expanding its production capacity and ensuring consistent product availability.
