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BASF at Interpack 2026: Adhesives for modern packaging concepts

BASF and its European distribution organization BTC Europe will present their broad portfolio for the packaging industry at the international trade fair interpack in hall 10, booth A 44. The focus will be on material solutions, product innovations and recycling‑friendly adhesive systems for the packaging industry.

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EU Regulations: How to make your packaging PPWReady

With the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the flexible packaging industry is undergoing major transformation, bringing both challenges and opportunities. In the shift toward fully recyclable laminated packaging, water-based adhesive solutions offer a fast track to safety and compliance - not just for today, but for the future.

Illustration comparing the life cycle of laminated packaging before and after the implementation of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The "before" side shows a linear process ending in disposal. The "after" side depicts a circular life cycle, where laminated packaging is collected, recycled, and reused, reflecting the goals of the PPWR to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

How to protect your license to operate: Tackling PAA in laminated packaging

What most people know: The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will require plastic packaging to be recyclable and to contain recycled materials by 2030. What few realize: Your packaging’s market viability could be at serious risk if harmful substances - such as primary aromatic amines (PAA) - are formed during the recycling process.

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Unlocking the premium no-label look for recyclable PET bottles

acResin^® UV 3532 has been approved by RecyClass to be compatible with established European recycling processes for PET bottles. During standard recycling processes, this UV-curable acrylic hotmelt can be removed reliably, enabling clean PET streams and supporting high-quality recyclate. This way, acResin^® UV 3532 opens up new opportunities to design recyclable PET packaging with high-clarity filmic labels.

Dispersion production site at Durban site, South Africa

BASF expands dispersion production in Durban, South Africa for architectural coatings, construction and paper industries

BASF’s latest dispersion capacity expansion in South Africa strengthens supply reliability across the continent and accelerates access to high‑quality, innovation‑driven dispersions. Discover how the upgraded Durban site empowers customers in architectural coatings, construction, and paper applications with enhanced performance, faster support, and a future‑ready production network.