With innovations spanning outdoor infrastructure, agriculture, and industrial logistics, global chemical giant BASF is aiming to position its additive technologies as a cornerstone of the next generation of durable, sustainable plastics.

 

At Chinaplas 2026, taking place April 21–24, 2026 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai, BASF will spotlight a new generation of plastic additive technologies across outdoor, agricultural, and industrial plastic applications.

 

Outdoor plastics face relentless environmental stress—from salty coastal air to intense inland heat. BASF is responding with Tinuvin NOR 600, a stabilizer designed to deliver long-term protection under these extreme conditions.

 

“From coastal humidity to inland heat, outdoor plastics face year-round stress. Tinuvin NOR 600 is designed to provide performance for exactly these challenging conditions, combining long-term weatherability with strong acid resistance," the company has said.

 

The additive works in synergy with BASF light stabilizers to dramatically increase the resistance of PVC, PVC alloys, and polyolefin-based plastics to UV radiation and heat. Applications include roofing membranes, truck tarpaulins, and artificial turf.

 

“Tinuvin NOR 600 is offered in a free-flowing, low-dust form that allows processors and masterbatch manufacturers to handle it safely and efficiently while developing durable, differentiated solutions...enables customers to meet the increasing performance requirements for outdoor plastic applications.”

 

China remains the world’s largest consumer of agricultural plastic films, making durability a critical issue for both productivity and environmental sustainability.

 

China is the world's largest consumer of plastic films in agriculture. BASF’s Tinuvin NOR platform provides advanced stabilizer technology that protects agricultural films against sunlight, heat, and agricultural chemicals simultaneously.

 

“From the vegetable greenhouses of Shandong to the sprawling horticulture bases in Yunnan, farmers can rely on advanced plastics to protect their crops from intense sunlight, fluctuating temperatures, and increasingly unpredictable weather.”

 

“By using the NOR technology, film manufacturers can ensure long-lasting protection, easy processing, and compliance with organic farming standards.”

 

Beyond agriculture and outdoor uses, BASF is also targeting demanding industrial applications such as rotomolded water tanks and logistics containers used to transport chemicals and hazardous materials.

 

“Rotomolding applications such as water tanks or logistic containers for industrial goods including chemicals or other hazardous materials require high material performance to prevent leakages and environmental contamination," the company has said.

 

“The material has to withstand harsh weather conditions, wide temperature fluctuations during transport through temperature zones, and long-term outdoor storage.”

 

Manufacturers seeking stronger materials can turn to BASF’s Irgastab stabilization solutions, designed specifically for rotomolded tanks and containers. "Water storage and container manufacturers looking for advancing their material performance can turn to BASF’s Irgastab product solutions.”