BASF, through its High Performance Chemicals business, has introduced its NOR® HALS portfolio of plastic additives, designed to deliver "exceptional stabilization against UV light and heat, meeting the current demands of plasticulture in Mexico and worldwide," the company states.
The portfolio includes products such as GSID 1012 AR®, Tinuvin NOR 211 AR®, and Tinuvin NOR 356 AR®. These additives are intended to support the production of greenhouse films, mulching films, silage bags, and other applications, helping them withstand increasingly demanding conditions such as extreme climates, thinner film trends, and stronger resistance to chemical interactions with crop protection products.
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Another benefit, according to BASF, is that NOR® HALS solutions facilitate recycling by preserving better mechanical properties at the end of the plastics' service life, which in turn helps reduce the generation of microplastics.
Recently in Querétaro, BASF and ExxonMobil co-hosted a strategic meeting with over 80 leaders from the agricultural and plastic industries. Discussions focused on the evolution of agricultural plastics, circular economy opportunities, and value chain collaboration, all within a framework aimed at promoting sustainable and high-performance solutions for Mexican plasticulture.
"The NOR® HALS portfolio is the result of years of research and a commitment to excellence," said Raúl Castañeda, Head of BASF's Performance Chemicals business for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. "Addressing the challenges of plasticulture today requires materials that not only withstand extreme conditions but also contribute to sustainability. With NOR® HALS, we are offering our customers a powerful tool to enhance durability, enable recycling, and raise quality standards in agricultural films."
For BASF, innovation in plasticulture is not only a trend but a strategic necessity for the future of agriculture. The participation of industry leaders and the introduction of solutions such as NOR® HALS demonstrate the sector's potential to move toward more efficient and sustainable agricultural practices, the company concludes.
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