Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik Ag

Place: Mannheim

Born: 1865

Biography:

BASF is a German multinational chemical company and the largest chemical producer in the world. It was founded in 1865 in Mannheim, Germany, as Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik (Baden Aniline & Soda Factory), one of the first dyestuff manufacturers producing a full range of dyestuffs. The company's name was changed to BASF AG in 1973. BASF is known for its innovative products and solutions in various industries such as automotive, construction, health and nutrition, electronics, and agriculture.