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Manufacturers of automotive composite materials face many challenges. High production costs and the need to lightweight vehicles without compromising safety are just two. These composites must also exhibit durability in extreme conditions and smoothly integrate into existing production processes. 


Key element of the value chain 

BASF is the right partner in the value chain to meet the increasing demands of the globalized automotive industry. We can contribute with dispersions and additives by developing tailored materials, optimizing manufacturing processes, and providing lightweighting and durability solutions to address the challenges in automotive composite manufacturing. 

Binders for all fiber types 

Our Fiber Bonding unit offers a broad range of binders – from thermoplastic to thermoset – for automotive applications. They are suitable for various fiber types – glass, synthetic, and natural fibers – facilitating the production of advanced fiber-reinforced composites for automobiles. These binders enable all our customers to meet their important targets for automotive composites. 

Explore our products and solutions for lightweight composites, improved cost-efficiency, and emission reduction! 

Our binders for advanced automotive composite design can be combined with different fiber types to manufacture manifold automotive applications: 

  • Acrodur®
  • Acronal®
  • Styrofan®

Binder Applications

Our binders like Acrodur®, Acronal® and Styrofan® can be used in combination with different fiber types to manufacture manifold automotive composites.​

ENGINE FILTERS
Acronal®, Acrodur®

ENGINE ENCAPSULATION
Acrodur®

SEATING
Acrodur®

CARPET
Acrodur®, Styrofan®

ROOF FRAME
Acrodur®

DOOR TRIM
Acrodur®

Application's products

Acrodur® 950 L
Aqueous solution of a modified polycarboxylic acid with a polyol as crosslinking agent
Acrodur® Power 2850
Aqueous dispersion of a copolymer based on acrylic esters and styrene
Acronal® Pure 2728
Aqueous dispersion of a copolymer based on acrylic esters and styrene
Acrodur® for natural fibers in Automotive
Low-emission Acrodur® binders from BASF transform natural fibers like hemp, kenaf, flax and wood into light-weight, stable and durable functional composites. These are used in high-tech applications in the automotive industry to enable resource efficiency and boost more eco-friendly solutions – without compromising on performance.
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Technical Information: Preservation of Polymer Dispersions
Covering the selection of biocides for preservation to proper handling and storage techniques, ensuring the stability and quality of water-based polymer dispersions throughout their shelf life. Whether you are involved in production, packaging, transportation, or storage of polymer dispersions, this information will help you maintain optimal microbiological quality and ensure the longevity of your products.
Technical Information: Handling and Storage of Polymer Dispersions
Polymer dispersions are increasingly processed in various industries. Bulk delivery by road or rail tanker is more convenient for processing facilities. This Technical Information provides an overview of the advantages of bulk delivery and requirements for storage tanks. It also describes measures for handling bulk deliveries of polymer dispersions.

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