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BASF Enhances Role in Nutrition, Flavor, and Fragrance Industries

At a glance
  • In 2021, BASF completed a vitamin A plant expansion in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
  • A new vitamin A formulation plant for animal nutrition will start up in mid-2023.
  • In January 2022, BASF expanded production capacity of its feed enzymes plant in Ludwigshafen.
  • The Aroma Ingredients unit will be headquartered in Singapore to stay close to growth markets in Asia.

Consolidation of Nutrition Ingredients

BASF’s Nutrition & Health division is consolidating its strategic and operational responsibilities into a single global business unit, Nutrition Ingredients. This unit will focus on core product platforms such as vitamins and carotenoids, and expand its feed enzymes business.

Vitamin A and Enzyme Production Expansion

In 2021, BASF completed an expansion of its vitamin A plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany, to enhance supply. A new vitamin A formulation plant for animal nutrition is scheduled to start up in mid-2023. Additionally, in January 2022, BASF expanded the production capacity of its feed enzymes plant in Ludwigshafen to support growth in the animal nutrition industry.

Aroma Ingredients Development

The Aroma Ingredients organization will be developed into a global business unit to support growth opportunities, address sustainability trends, and stay close to growth markets. This unit will be led by Senior Vice President Thilo Bischoff and headquartered in Singapore.

Pharma Solutions Continuation

Pharma Solutions will continue to be based in the United States, led by Senior Vice President Jeffrey DeAlmeida. The unit will support customers with high-quality biopharmaceuticals, excipients, active ingredients, and tailored digital solutions.