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September 1, 2021
BASF Increases Polyetheramines
BASF to increase prices for select polyetheramines in North America
FLORHAM PARK, NJ, September 1, 2021 – Effective October 1, 2021 or as existing contracts permit, BASF will increase its prices in North America for select polyetheramines sold under the brand name Baxxodur®.
Product Price Increase
Polyetheramine D230 (Baxxodur® EC 301) $0.19 / lb.
Polyetheramine D2000 (Baxxodur® EC 303) $0.24 / lb.
Polyetheramine T403 (Baxxodur® EC 310) $0.19 / lb.
Isophorone diamine (Baxxodur® EC 201) $0.23 / lb.
Under the brand name Baxxodur®, BASF markets a diversified portfolio of amine-based curing components for the professional and application-oriented processing of epoxy resins. BASF’s Baxxodur products are featured in many applications as highly efficient curing agents in various coating applications and sealing compounds, for the wind energy, electrical industry as well as in composites, adhesives and flooring.
September 1, 2021
BASF Increases Polyetheramines
BASF to increase prices for select polyetheramines in North America
FLORHAM PARK, NJ, September 1, 2021 – Effective October 1, 2021 or as existing contracts permit, BASF will increase its prices in North America for select polyetheramines sold under the brand name Baxxodur®.
Product Price Increase
Polyetheramine D230 (Baxxodur® EC 301) $0.19 / lb.
Polyetheramine D2000 (Baxxodur® EC 303) $0.24 / lb.
Polyetheramine T403 (Baxxodur® EC 310) $0.19 / lb.
Isophorone diamine (Baxxodur® EC 201) $0.23 / lb.
Under the brand name Baxxodur®, BASF markets a diversified portfolio of amine-based curing components for the professional and application-oriented processing of epoxy resins. BASF’s Baxxodur products are featured in many applications as highly efficient curing agents in various coating applications and sealing compounds, for the wind energy, electrical industry as well as in composites, adhesives and flooring.
August 31, 2021
Huntsman Investing in Amine Catalyst Capacity in Hungary
Huntsman Increases Polyurethane Catalyst and Specialty Amine Capacity in Petfurdo, Hungary
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas – Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:HUN) today announced that its Performance Products division plans to further expand its manufacturing facility in Petfurdo, Hungary, to meet the growing demand for polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines. The multi-million USD investment project is anticipated to be completed by mid-2023. The brownfield facility is expected to increase Huntsman’s global capacity and to provide more flexibility and innovative technologies for the polyurethane, coatings, metalworking and electronics industries.
One of the world’s leading amine catalyst producers with over 50 years of experience in urethane chemicals, Huntsman has seen demand for its JEFFCAT® amine catalysts accelerate across the globe in recent years. These specialty amines are used in making everyday items like foam for automobile seats, mattresses, and energy-efficient spray foam insulation for buildings. Huntsman’s latest generation innovative product portfolio supports industry efforts to lower emissions and odors of consumer products and contributes to global sustainability efforts.
“This additional capacity builds upon our previous expansions to further improve our capability and expand our product range of polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines,” said Chuck Hirsch, Senior Vice President, Huntsman Performance Products. “With consumers increasingly demanding cleaner, eco-friendly solutions, this expansion will position us well for significant growth with these global sustainability trends,” he added.
Huntsman also is proud to have received a USD 3.8 million investment grant from the Hungarian government in support of this expansion project.
“We greatly appreciate this generous investment grant in support of our facility expansion in Hungary and look forward to working further with the Hungarian government to advance economic development in their country,” added Hirsch.
JEFFCAT® is a registered trademark of Huntsman Corporation or an affiliate thereof in one or more, but not all, countries.
August 31, 2021
Huntsman Investing in Amine Catalyst Capacity in Hungary
Huntsman Increases Polyurethane Catalyst and Specialty Amine Capacity in Petfurdo, Hungary
Download as PDF August 31, 2021 8:00am EDT
THE WOODLANDS, Texas – Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:HUN) today announced that its Performance Products division plans to further expand its manufacturing facility in Petfurdo, Hungary, to meet the growing demand for polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines. The multi-million USD investment project is anticipated to be completed by mid-2023. The brownfield facility is expected to increase Huntsman’s global capacity and to provide more flexibility and innovative technologies for the polyurethane, coatings, metalworking and electronics industries.
One of the world’s leading amine catalyst producers with over 50 years of experience in urethane chemicals, Huntsman has seen demand for its JEFFCAT® amine catalysts accelerate across the globe in recent years. These specialty amines are used in making everyday items like foam for automobile seats, mattresses, and energy-efficient spray foam insulation for buildings. Huntsman’s latest generation innovative product portfolio supports industry efforts to lower emissions and odors of consumer products and contributes to global sustainability efforts.
“This additional capacity builds upon our previous expansions to further improve our capability and expand our product range of polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines,” said Chuck Hirsch, Senior Vice President, Huntsman Performance Products. “With consumers increasingly demanding cleaner, eco-friendly solutions, this expansion will position us well for significant growth with these global sustainability trends,” he added.
Huntsman also is proud to have received a USD 3.8 million investment grant from the Hungarian government in support of this expansion project.
“We greatly appreciate this generous investment grant in support of our facility expansion in Hungary and look forward to working further with the Hungarian government to advance economic development in their country,” added Hirsch.
JEFFCAT® is a registered trademark of Huntsman Corporation or an affiliate thereof in one or more, but not all, countries.
August 31, 2021
Another MDI Increase, This Time from BASF
August 26, 2021
Dear Valued Customer,
Effective October 1, 2021 or as contracts allow, BASF Corporation is raising the price for
Lupranate MDI products by $0.12 per pound.
Your BASF Account Manager will provide details of this announced increase and is available to
answer any questions you may have. We appreciate your continued support of BASF Urethane
Chemicals.
Extra Credit for History Buffs: What is BASF an abbreviation for?
A: B adische A nilin- und S oda F abrik (German for ”Baden Aniline and Soda Factory”)
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