BASF Expands Dispersions Production to Meet Indian Demand

BASF is strengthening its manufacturing footprint in India with the launch of a new dispersions production line at its Mangalore facility. The expansion is meant to address the increasing demand of the company in areas like architectural paints, construction chemicals and paper applications in the country.

This action is part of the long-term strategy of BASF to increase local production and value to supply reliability of one of its fundamental markets of growth. As the requirements of high-performance and sustainable dispersions get higher, the new production line will provide locally produced solutions in accordance with the particular requirements of India.

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Andreas Fechtenkoetter, Senior Vice President, Dispersions Asia Pacific at BASF, noted that the new line will enhance supply dependability and integrate more efficiently within the company’s broader Asia Pacific manufacturing network. This expansion supports BASF's goal of offering cost-competitive and technology-driven dispersion solutions to Indian and regional markets.

The urge to develop the infrastructure in India, rapid urbanization, and rise in consumption are contributing to the growth in the paints and construction industries. Given this increase in production in Mangalore, BASF is set to fulfill the demand of premium and sustainable raw materials in the field of coatings, waterproofing systems and specialty paper.

The new line will produce high technology dispersions, like Acronal and Basonal, which will provide high tensile, scuff resistance, and reduced environmental impact. Milind Joshi, Business Director, Dispersions, South Asia, stressed that this action would bring both performance and environmental value along with dependable local manufacturing.