Enriching minerals and pigments for the benefits of consumers
Minerals and pigments are key ingredients to bring color and functionality to essential products, such as coatings and plastics. In order to support those essential industries, technologies of inorganic chemicals have been developed to enhance the production of those materials and help them bring the performance and esthetics that consumers expect. As the producer and user of those inorganic chemicals, BASF offers the quality, reliability and product attributes needed for optimal bleaching, dyeing and other manufacturing processes.
Examples of applications include:
Hydrosulfites
- Bleaching agent for kaolin with porcelain production and carbonate products in filler and coating applications
Sodium Methylate
- Catalyst for pigments production
Aluminum Chloride
- Additive in the production of titanium dioxide pigments from titanium tetrachloride
- Auxiliary in the synthesis of dyes and pigments
Ferric Chloride
- Oxidant for indigotic dyes
Sodium Nitrite
- Intermediate in the production of azo dyes