BASF China

BASF China

Brief Company and Industry Description
BASF China — a regional division of the German chemical conglomerate BASF SE, operating in the chemical industry, materials and solutions for numerous sectors, including automotive, construction, agriculture and electronics.

Main Products/Services and Key Markets

• Manufacturing and supply of chemicals, plastics, functional materials, surface solutions and agricultural sector solutions.
• Key markets: China (mainland), including production facilities in Shanghai, Nanjing, Chongqing and a construction complex in Zhanjiang.

Year of Establishment, Revenue, Number of Employees, Presence by Country

• BASF has been operating in China since the late 19th century, with regional presence strengthened by the 2000s.
• Revenue for 2024 in the Greater China region was approximately €8.6 billion.
• Regional workforce of approximately 12,687 employees.
• Presence includes numerous factories, R&D centers and sales offices in China.

What Makes Their Office/Factory/Production Interesting, What Can Be Seen and Understood About the Business

• A visit to the BASF factory in Pudong-Shanghai demonstrates integrated production ("Verbund") with an R&D center and global interaction.
• One can see how the chemical industry adapts to the Chinese market: sustainable development, localized solutions and new investments.