Germany company BASF announced the expansion of its Alkyl Polyglucosides (APGs) production in Asia with a new plant at the Bangpakong site in Thailand. The investment is intended to strengthen the company’s position in the region and provide customers with more flexible and responsive supply from a regional network.
BASF currently produces APGs at sites in Düsseldorf, Germany; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Jinshan, China. The new plant in Thailand will enhance supply capabilities in Asia, while a planned APG production line in Cincinnati, scheduled for completion in 2026, will increase capacity in North America. These expansions support the company’s ability to deliver bio-based, high-performance surfactants efficiently across multiple markets.
APGs are biodegradable, non-ionic surfactants derived from 100% natural, renewable feedstocks. Their chemical properties make them mild and compatible with other surfactants, allowing use across a wide range of applications. They are employed in personal care and home care products, industrial and institutional cleaning, industrial formulations, and agricultural markets.
The expansion aims to improve service speed and supply flexibility in Asia while supporting growing demand for sustainable solutions. By enhancing production in Thailand, BASF seeks to provide reliable access to APGs for customers in the region, ensuring continuity of supply and supporting formulation versatility.
These measures are part of BASF’s broader strategy to maintain a robust global APG network, strengthen regional supply chains, and meet evolving market needs for sustainable, high-performance surfactants in personal care, industrial, and agricultural applications.
(Source: BASF)
