- BASF completed a double-digit million euro investment to increase Tinopal® CBS production capacity.
- Phase one of the capacity increase was completed in 2021.
- The investment program addresses growing global demand.
- Tinopal® CBS is used in liquid and powder detergents and meets EU Ecolabel criteria.
Investment and Capacity Increase
BASF has completed a significant investment, amounting to a double-digit million euro sum, to boost the production capacity for Tinopal® CBS optical brighteners at its Monthey site. This follows the initial phase of the capacity increase completed in 2021. The recent completion of the investment program has significantly enhanced production capacity to meet the rising global demand.
Challenges Overcome
Despite facing substantial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain bottlenecks, BASF has successfully delivered the additional volumes to its customers as planned. This achievement underscores the company's commitment to meeting customer needs and supporting their growth with high-quality solutions.
Product Applications
Tinopal® CBS is a key component in both liquid and powder detergents used for home and commercial dry-cleaning. As an optical whitener, it ensures brilliant white results even at low temperatures and on short cycles, thereby extending the lifespan of textiles. The product is also suitable for innovative detergent formats, including highly concentrated liquid detergents and single-dose packs.
Environmental Standards
Importantly, Tinopal® CBS meets the criteria for EU Ecolabel-certified formulations, aligning with environmental standards and consumer preferences for sustainable products.
