BASF will use K 2025 to present the evolution of its Valeras portfolio of plastic additive solutions and services, with a focus on enabling sustainability across the plastics lifecycle. Introduced at K 2022, Valeras has developed into a platform addressing plastic circularity, durability and carbon transparency. The company plans to add two innovations this year. First, Tinuvin Nor 112 is designed to improve greenhouse film resistance to harsh agrochemicals, reinforcing the Nor platform for sustainable plasticulture. Second, BASF is developing a new hindered amine light stabilizer, HALS, with further details to be announced at the show.
BASF positions its Nor platform as a benchmark in agricultural plastics through tailored, high quality stabilizer solutions aligned with the changing requirements of plasticulture. The range includes options for different performance and cost targets. Tinuvin Nor 211 AR and 112 AR are presented as cost effective grades able to withstand strong sunlight, heat and chemicals. Tinuvin Nor 356 is described as a high durability option. According to the company, these solutions support film makers in achieving long lasting protection, easy processing and compliance with organic farming standards. Additional attributes cited include resistance to agrochemical contaminants, a dust free form and the absence of critical hazard labels for selected products.
Additives for agricultural films
With Tinuvin Nor 112, BASF aims to strengthen greenhouse film performance in environments exposed to aggressive agrochemicals, a key requirement for organic and conventional farming. The forthcoming HALS solution is intended to expand the Nor portfolio, indicating ongoing development toward weathering and light stabilization packages for agricultural applications.
Partnerships and dialogues at K 2025
K 2025 will also serve as a forum for exchange under the company’s #OurPlasticsDialogues initiative, bringing together external partners and BASF additive experts to discuss industry challenges. The program will cover use cases in several sectors. Examples include a closed loop agricultural packaging collaboration with Cleanfarms and McKenzie/Snyder, where Irgastab plays a role in enabling higher recycled content. In plasticulture, a partnership with Shouman Group is highlighted for early adoption of Tinuvin Nor 211. In building applications, BASF is working with Takazuri Ltd. on climate resilient roofing solutions in Eastern Africa using post consumer materials combined with tailored additive packages.
“K 2025 provides a timely opportunity to share the progress we have made in enhancing sustainability across the plastics lifecycle, not only through the broader Valeras portfolio, but also through the new solutions we are introducing this year,” said Dr. Achim Sties, Senior Vice President, Plastic Additives. “These advances are the result of strong partnerships and shared ambition. They show what is possible when innovation meets collaboration, and we look forward to meaningful exchanges at K that will help us shape the future of plastics together with our customers and industry partners.”
Three years after its debut, Valeras returns to K trade fair with new innovations, proven results and global partnerships.
