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BASF invests in new semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid plant in Ludwigshafen · Endata

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Apr 29, 2025NEW FACILITYLudwigshafen, Germany

BASF invests in new semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid plant in Ludwigshafen

BASF will build a new production facility for semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany, with operations expected to start by 2027. The investment is in a high double-digit million-euro range.

Starts operating

2027

Status

Announced

Productssemiconductor-grade sulfuric acid

CompaniesBASF

Sectors#Specialty Chemicals #Semiconductors and Industrial Electronics

“This strategic move underscores BASF’s commitment to support the growing semiconductor industry in Europe.”basf.com

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basf.comBASF invests in new semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid plant in LudwigshafenApr 29, 2025

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