German chemicals giant BASF is evaluating a major expansion of its global methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) production network in Dahej, Gujarat. Following the final commissioning of its USD 1 billion MDI project in Geismar, the company has set its sights on India for its next strategic phase. BASF—already operating an MDI splitter and polyurethane facilities at its Dahej complex—is in the advanced stages of a feasibility study. Its subsidiary, BASF India Polyurethanes, has secured an industrial land parcel to cater to rising local demand across the automotive, refrigeration, insulation, and consumer goods sectors.
News by Rahul Yelligetti.