BASF has signed an investment agreement with Nanjing Jiangbei New Area to establish a new electronic materials production site in the Nanjing Jiangbei New Area Materials High-Tech Park.

The announcement was made on November 3, 2026, in Nanjing, China.

BASF Expands Local Semiconductor Materials Manufacturing in China

The investment reinforces BASF's stated commitment to supporting the development of China's growing semiconductor industry through local manufacturing, technical expertise, and reliable supply.

According to the company, the facility will expand BASF's manufacturing capabilities for semiconductor materials in China, enhance supply chain resilience, and strengthen customer support through a "local-for-local" approach.

Executive Commentary on the Strategy

"Through this investment, we are strengthening our local manufacturing footprint to better support our customers and contribute to the continued development of China's semiconductor industry," said Jens Liebermann, Senior Vice President and head of BASF's Global Electronic Materials business.

"The investment marks another important milestone in BASF's 'local-for-local' strategy. Building on BASF's existing strong presence in Nanjing will further strengthen the company's manufacturing, supply chain, and technical support network and will enable us to better serve customers in the region," added Gops Pillay, President, Global Operating Division of BASF.

The company emphasized that the investment supports the growth of China's semiconductor industry through local production, technical expertise, and customer collaboration.

Timeline and Platform for Collaboration

Start-up of the facility is expected by the end of 2028.

According to BASF, the facility will also provide a platform for closer collaboration with customers and partners across the semiconductor value chain, with the stated aim of accelerating the development of semiconductor technologies through local expertise and collaboration.

The new site builds on BASF's existing strong presence in Nanjing, which the company says will strengthen its manufacturing, supply chain, and technical support network in the region.

About BASF's Electronic Materials Business

BASF's Electronic Materials business enables digital technologies through chemicals and formulated materials and process solutions for the semiconductor, display, and metal systems industries.

The company describes itself as a trusted materials partner to the semiconductor industry, leveraging deep chemical expertise and a strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes to provide high-purity process chemicals and formulated solutions that support semiconductor technologies.

According to BASF, its innovative solutions help customers meet increasingly demanding requirements of performance, quality, and reliability.

In addition to semiconductor materials, the business provides functional materials and process chemicals for display applications, as well as specialized metal systems for industrial and consumer E&E applications.

The company says it drives innovation across the electronics value chain through close collaboration with customers and strong R&D capabilities.

About BASF

BASF states that its ambition is to be the preferred chemical company to enable its customers' green transformation, combining economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility.

Around 95,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world.

The company's portfolio comprises, as core businesses, the segments Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, and Nutrition & Care, with standalone businesses bundled in the segments Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions.

BASF generated sales of around USD 67.13 billion in 2025, and its shares are traded on the stock exchange in Frankfurt (BAS) and as American Depositary Receipts (BASFY) in the United States.

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