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| Three years after its debut, VALERAS® returns to K trade fair with new innovations. Photo: BASF |
At K 2025, BASF will showcase the evolution of its VALERAS portfolio, highlighting how its additive solutions and services are enabling sustainability across the plastic lifecycle. First introduced at K 2022, VALERAS has developed into a robust platform that addresses plastic circularity, durability, and carbon transparency.
This year, BASF will also feature two new innovations added to its portfolio:
- To support organic farming, TINUVIN® NOR®112 enhances greenhouse film performance against harsh agrochemicals, further strengthening BASF's NOR platform for sustainable plasticulture.
- The latest advancement to expand the NOR portfolio is a new hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) solution currently in development, with more information to be revealed at K 2025.
BASF’s NOR platform sets the benchmark in agricultural plastics by offering customized, high-quality solutions for the changing needs of plasticulture. For instance, Tinuvin NOR 211 AR and 112 AR are cost-effective options that can handle strong sunlight, heat, and chemicals. On the other hand, Tinuvin NOR 356 is known for its excellent durability and performance. These solutions help film manufacturers ensure long-lasting protection, easy processing and compliance with organic farming standards.
Plastic additives-focused dialogues at the BASF stand
BASF will highlight how additive technologies are enabling transformation across multiple industry sectors. These include a closed-loop agricultural packaging solution with Cleanfarms and McKenzie/Snyder, showcasing the role of Irgastab® in enhancing recycled content; a partnership with Shouman Group that has helped position the company as a trendsetter in Egypt’s plasticulture market through early adoption of Tinuvin® NOR® 211; and a collaboration with Takazuri Ltd. to deliver climate-resilient roofing solutions in Eastern Africa using post-consumer materials and tailored additive packages.
