Chemical Catalysts and Adsorbents

Chemical Catalysts and Adsorbents

Chemical Catalysts and Adsorbents

As the global leader in chemical catalysts, BASF develops cutting-edge catalyst chemistry with our customers’ needs in mind.

Exceptional catalyst technology starts with our customers. We offer global R&D and technical service teams to provide immediate, local support. By collaborating closely with you, we tailor the right catalysts to meet your specific needs.

Learn about BASF's new Catalyst Development and Solids Processing Center and its fascinating capabilities. 

Process catalysts play a crucial part in 

90%

of all commercially produced chemical products

About Chemical Catalysts

At BASF, we offer both off-the-shelf solutions and tailored proprietary catalysts, including joint development programs for unique needs. Our custom catalyst manufacturing services allow you to focus on your business while we collaborate closely to find the right catalyst solution for your application.

As leading catalyst manufacturers, we provide solutions across the chemical value chain, including oxidation, intermediates production, and specialty applications.

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BASF Refinery Map
Overview of BASF's innovative FCC catalysts, hydrogenation catalysts, and adsorbents for refinery applications.

Areas of Chemical Catalysts

BASF develops catalysts in multiple sub-industries. Choose your industry to learn more about our offerings and expertise in that area.

Adsorbents
Adsorbents
Adsorbent technologies for applications in industries such as refining, petrochemical, chemical, and gas processing.
Biorenewables
Heterogeneous catalysts and adsorbents for chemicals based on biological feedstocks.
Custom Catalysts
Broad range of manufacturing assets combined with critical expertise in custom catalyst development.
Fine Chemical Catalysts
Catalyst technologies for several fine and specialty chemical products.
Maleic Anhydride Catalysts
Portfolio for maleic anhydride process and butane oxidation to maleic anhydride catalysts.
Oleochemical Catalysts
Portfolio of catalysts and adsorbents covering a wide range of oleochemical processing needs.
Petrochemical Catalysts
Proprietary base metal and precious metal catalysts and base metal oxides for chemical and petrochemical processes.
Phthalic Anhydride Catalysts
Catalysts for producers of phthalic anhydride from oxidation of o-Xylene and naphthalene or mixed feed.
Sustainable off-gas Catalysts
We help our customers staying environmentally compliant and cost effective.
Sulfuric Acid Catalysts
Our sulfuric acid catalysts offer the lowest sulfur dioxide emission profile in the world.
Styrene Catalysts
We develop high-quality styrene catalysts to facilitate the chemical dehydrogenation process.
Syngas Catalysts
Syngas is crucial for emerging technologies for gas-to-liquids, methanol-to-olefins, coal-to-liquids and fuel cells.

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