BASF launched MDI production in the USA with a capacity of 600 thousand tons per year.
The German chemical concern BASF commissioned a new production facility for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) at its site in Geismar (Louisiana, USA). Investments in the project amounted to about one billion dollars, which is the largest investment in BASF's full ownership in the USA.
The production capacity of MDI at the site has almost doubled to 600 thousand tons per year. With the expansion, BASF became the largest MDI producer in North America.
MDI is a key raw material for polyurethane, used in construction, automotive, home appliances, furniture and footwear. The project was carried out in three stages from 2018. As part of the expansion, the company also increased the aniline capacity in Geismer.