• Three years after its debut, Valeras returns to K trade fair with innovations, proven results and global partnerships
• New Tinuvin NOR 112 strengthens BASF’s NOR platform for plasticulture
• #OurPlasticsDialogues will highlight collaborations with the plastics industry and foster expert exchange at the BASF stand

September, 8, 2025 - At K 2025, BASF will showcase the evolution of its Valeras portfolio. The company says its additive solutions and services are enabling sustainability across the plastic lifecycle. First introduced at K 2022, Valeras has developed into a platform that addresses plastic circularity, durability, and carbon transparency, BASF says.

This year, BASF will also feature two innovations added to its portfolio:

• Tinuvin NOR112: according to BASF, the aditive enhances greenhouse film performance against harsh agrochemicals, further strengthening the NOR platform for sustainable plasticulture and organic farming.
• The latest advancement to expand the NOR portfolio is a new hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) solution currently in development, with more information to be revealed at K 2025.

BASF’s NOR platform focuses on plasticulture. For instance, Tinuvin NOR 211 AR and 112 AR are options that can handle strong sunlight, heat, and chemicals, the company says. On the other hand, Tinuvin NOR 356 is known for its durability and performance. BASF claims these solutions help agricultural film manufacturers ensure long-lasting protection, easy processing and compliance with organic farming standards while offering strong resistance to agrochemical contaminants, a dust-free form and the absence of critical hazard labels.

K 2025: A platform for progress and exchange

BASF will use K 2025 not only to showcase innovation but also to foster dialogue. Through #OurPlasticsDialogues, BASF brings together external partners from the industry and internal experts in additives to exchange insights and explore collaborative solutions to industry challenges.

Plastic additives-focused dialogues at the BASF stand

BASF will highlight how additive technologies are enabling transformation across multiple industry sectors. These include a closed-loop agricultural packaging solution with Cleanfarms and McKenzie/Snyder, showcasing the role of Irgastab in enhancing recycled content; a partnership with Shouman Group that has helped position the company as a trendsetter in Egypt’s plasticulture market through early adoption of Tinuvin NOR 211; and a collaboration with Takazuri Ltd. to deliver climate-resilient roofing solutions in Eastern Africa using post-consumer materials and tailored additive packages.

“K 2025 provides a timely opportunity to share the progress we have made in enhancing sustainability across the plastics lifecycle – not only through the broader Valeras portfolio, but also through the new solutions we are introducing this year,” said Dr. Achim Sties, Senior Vice President, Plastic Additives. “These advances are the result of strong partnerships and shared ambition. They show what is possible when innovation meets collaboration.”