BASF Increases Prices for Butyl Acrylate and 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate in Asia-Pacific

Hong Kong SAR, China – March 5, 2026 – BASF has announced a price increase of up to $100 per metric ton for butyl acrylate (BA) and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate (2-EHA) across the Asia-Pacific region. The adjustment will take effect immediately or in accordance with existing contractual agreements.

The company stated that the price adjustment is necessary to support BASF’s continued commitment to long-term and sustainable operations amid persistently rising costs. Increasing expenses related to logistics, energy, and regulatory compliance continue to put pressure on the overall cost structure of production and supply.

Butyl acrylate and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate are essential raw materials used in several downstream industries. These materials are widely applied in the manufacturing of adhesives, architectural coatings, industrial coatings, and construction materials. BASF reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a reliable supply while continuing to deliver high standards of product quality and service to customers throughout the Asia-Pacific market.

About BASF’s Petrochemicals Division

The Petrochemicals division serves as the starting point for BASF’s global petrochemical-based value chains. The division operates a highly competitive asset base using best-in-class technologies and sets industry benchmarks in safety, sustainability, operational excellence, and cost competitiveness.

With six Verbund production sites and several major manufacturing facilities worldwide, BASF maintains close proximity to its customers and has a strong presence in the largest chemical markets globally. The division supplies a broad range of high-quality chemicals across multiple value chains within the company and supports various customer industries.

BASF’s petrochemical portfolio includes cracker products, industrial gases, acrylics, superabsorbent polymers, styrenic foams, alkylene oxides, glycols, alcohols, solvents, and plasticizers. In 2024, the Petrochemicals division generated approximately €8 billion in sales to third parties.

About BASF

At BASF, the company’s purpose is to create chemistry for a sustainable future. BASF aims to become the preferred chemical company that supports its customers’ transition toward greener and more sustainable solutions.

The organization combines economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees worldwide contribute to delivering innovative solutions for customers across nearly every industry and region.

BASF’s portfolio includes core business segments such as Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, and Nutrition & Care, while standalone businesses are grouped under Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions. In 2024, BASF generated sales of €65.3 billion.

BASF shares are traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (BAS) and as American Depositary Receipts (BASFY) in the United States.

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