BASF Coatings expands resin capacity at Caojing plant in Shanghai

BASF's Coatings division has expanded production capacity for polyester and polyurethane resin at its Caojing plant in Shanghai, China, from 8,000 to 18,800 metric tons per year. Additionally, it plans to enhance electrocoat binder production through process optimization starting in early 2026.

“The increased production capacity for resins and planned additional capacities for binders will enhance our supply reliability, enabling us to meet the growing demand for automotive OEM coatings in the region.”basf.com

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