Already since the company’s foundation of more than 150 years ago, our bulk chemicals are an integral part of BASF’s portfolio. These classics full of tradition are the basis for many of our specialties. Also on its own, each bulk chemical is based upon complex technical processes. Thus, it is even more important that BASF is a partner you can rely on.

Potassium Sulfite Solution

Potassium sulfite solution is mainly used as reducing agent for the photographic industry as well as for the water treatment. BASF offers an aqueous solution containing 45% potassium sulfite that is also ISO 5990-2000 certified.

Soda Ash

Soda is an important basic material and auxiliary for various applications. From bleaching in paper and textile industry to the glass and silicate industry or diverse processes in the chemical industry – soda ash and sodium carbonate by BASF always meet highest quality standards.

Sodium Bisulfite Solution

As a reducing agent, Sodium Bisulfite Solution 38-40% Technical Grade is an important basic product for the chemical and pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, it might be applied in water treatment and in the textile- and leather industry.

Sodium Hypochlorite Solution

Sodium hypochlorite solution is used as an oxidation agent, as well as for cleaning and disinfection purposes. With sodium hypochlorite solutions, paper, cellulose and textiles may be bleached. Furthermore, it is ideally suited for the chlorination of swimming pools. Sodium hypochlorite solution by BASF always meets the highest quality and technical standards.

Sulfiric Acid

Sulfuric acid, one of the most important bulk chemicals, is used in various applications from the fibers and chemical industry to the metal working, leather and textile industry. BASF offers sulfuric acid only in river barge shipments.