BASF Expands Alkylethanolamines Production in Antwerp

New Production Plant in Antwerp

BASF is constructing a new world-scale production plant for alkylethanolamines at its Verbund site in Antwerp, Belgium. The plant is scheduled to start operations in 2024, significantly increasing the company's global production capacity.

Increased Capacity

Upon completion, the new facility will boost BASF's global annual production capacity of alkylethanolamines by nearly 30%, reaching over 140,000 metric tons per year. This expansion will help meet the growing demand for these chemicals in various industries.

Key Chemicals and Applications

The expanded portfolio will include key chemicals such as dimethylethanolamines (DMEOA) and methyldiethanolamines (MDEOA). Alkylethanolamines are primarily used as precursors for flocculants in water treatment and as binders in the coatings industry. They also find applications in gas treatment, fabric softeners, metalworking fluid additives, and polyurethanes.

Global Production Network

BASF's production network for alkylethanolamines spans multiple sites, including Ludwigshafen, Germany; Antwerp, Belgium; Geismar, Louisiana; and Nanjing, China. This extensive network positions BASF as one of the leading producers of alkylethanolamines globally.

Diverse Amines Portfolio

With around 300 different amines, BASF offers the world's most diverse portfolio of these chemical intermediates. The range includes alkyl-, alkanol-, and alkoxyalkylamines, as well as heterocyclic, aromatic, and specialty amines. Additionally, BASF's portfolio features chiral amines of high optical and chemical purity, used in manufacturing process chemicals, pharmaceuticals, crop protection products, cosmetics, detergents, coatings, special plastics, composites, and special fibers.