BASF facts for kids
BASF is a very large German company that makes and sells all sorts of chemicals. Its main office is in Ludwigshafen, a city in Germany.
BASF started way back in 1865. Today, it is known as the biggest chemical company in the world! They make many different products that we use every day.
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What BASF Does
BASF creates a huge variety of chemical products. These products are used in many industries around the world. For example, they make chemicals for cars, buildings, and even for farming.
Products for Everyday Life
Many things you see or use might have BASF chemicals in them. They make ingredients for things like:
- Paints and coatings
- Plastics for toys and packaging
- Materials for electronics
- Chemicals that help plants grow
- Vitamins and other ingredients for food
Innovation and Research
BASF has many scientists and engineers. They work hard to invent new chemicals and improve old ones. This helps create better products for the future. They also focus on making their products and processes more environmentally friendly.
History of BASF
BASF was founded by Friedrich Engelhorn. He started the company in Ludwigshafen, Germany. In the beginning, BASF mainly produced dyes. These dyes were used to color fabrics.
Growing Bigger
Over the years, BASF grew a lot. They started making many more types of chemicals. They built factories in different countries. This helped them become a global leader in the chemical industry.
Images for kids
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BASF factory in Ludwigshafen, 1865
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BASF factory in Ludwigshafen, 1881
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BASF main laboratory in Ludwigshafen, 1887
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Indigo production at BASF in 1890
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Former BASF headquarters building in Ludwigshafen
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BASF Portsmouth Site in the West Norfolk area of Portsmouth, Virginia, United States. The plant is served by the Commonwealth Railway.
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BASF visitor center, Ludwigshafen, Germany
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BASF-sponsored Museum for Laquerware in Münster, Germany
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BASF in Ludwigshafen
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Ludwigshafen production site at night.
See also
In Spanish: BASF para niños
