BASF has inaugurated the expansion of production capacity for alkyl polyglucosides (APGs) in Bangpakong, Thailand to meet growing regional demand for sustainable surfactants.
The facility is a strategic response to strengthen its position in a growth geography and serve customers with greater agility and more flexibility from a robust regional network.
APGs are bio-based and readily biodegradable, and mild secondary surfactants derived from 100% natural, renewable feedstocks.
In addition, their sustainable and high-performance profile, along with the non-ionic nature of APGs makes them highly versatile for formulation with other surfactants.
They are widely used in various applications across personal care, home care, industrial & institutional cleaning, industrial formulations, and agricultural markets.
BASF currently produces APGs at sites in Düsseldorf, Germany; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Jinshan, China.
The expansion in Bangpakong strengthens regional supply capabilities in Asia, while a new APG production line in Cincinnati, scheduled for completion in 2026, will further enhance capacity in North America.
“This investment reinforces our commitment to being a reliable partner for customers across personal care, home care, and industrial sectors”, said Mary Kurian, President Care Chemicals.
“By expanding our APG production in Thailand, we’re enhancing regional supply capabilities, enabling faster, more flexible service, and supporting the growing demand for sustainable, high-performance solutions.”
