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“Taiwan is a global hub for semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, featuring state-of-the-art process technologies and a highly integrated industrial ecosystem. The decision to locate the headquarters of BASF\u2019s global business unit for electronic materials in Taiwan in 2025 reflects Taiwan\u2019s strategic importance in the global semiconductor ecosystem and has strengthened our confidence in the market\u2019s long-term growth potential,” said Gops Pillay, President of BASF\u2019s Global Operating Division.<\/p>\n
As the semiconductor industry moves toward process technologies below 2 nanometers, demand for advanced, high-purity specialty chemical formulations continues to rise. With the expanded facility in Taiwan, BASF will strengthen its Innovation Center and expand its technical and analytical capabilities for leading semiconductor technologies in the AI era. The investment will deepen collaboration with key customers and industry partners, enable the joint development of next-generation materials, and simultaneously solidify Taiwan\u2019s position as a global hub for semiconductor innovation.<\/p>\n
The investment will further strengthen BASF\u2019s manufacturing, quality assurance, and technical service capabilities in Taiwan, offering customers more reliable supply of advanced semiconductor materials, faster technical support, and closer collaboration. At the same time, it enhances supply chain resilience and reinforces BASF\u2019s role as a trusted, long-term partner to the semiconductor industry.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe signing of the memorandum of understanding marks another important milestone in BASF\u2019s long-term commitment to the semiconductor industry,\u201d said Jens Liebermann, Senior Vice President of the Global Electronic Materials Business and Chairman of BASF Taiwan. \u201cAs semiconductor technologies continue to evolve, innovations in materials must keep pace with our customers\u2019 changing needs. By strengthening our local manufacturing, innovation, and technical service capabilities, we are deepening our collaboration with our customers, accelerating the development of material solutions for future technology generations, and enhancing supply chain resilience.\u201d<\/p>\n
As a partner to the global semiconductor industry, BASF\u2019s Electronic Materials business has maintained a strong presence in Taiwan for more than two decades. The company offers high-performance process chemicals and customized formulation solutions for the semiconductor and display industries, as well as specialized metal systems for consumer electronics applications. <\/p>\n
BASF\u2019s Dispersions & Resins business unit develops, produces, and markets a range of high-quality polymer dispersions, resins, additives, and electronic materials worldwide. These raw materials are used in formulations for a range of industries, including coatings, construction chemicals, adhesives, printing and packaging products, electronics, and paper. With its comprehensive product portfolio and broad industry expertise, the Dispersions & Resins business unit offers its customers innovative and sustainable solutions and supports them in advancing their formulations. For more information about the Dispersions & Resins business unit, visit www.dispersions-resins.basf.com. <\/p>\n
BASF stands for chemistry for a sustainable future. Our mission: We aim to be the preferred chemical company, enabling our customers\u2019 green transformation. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Approximately 95,000 employees across the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly every industry and in almost every country around the world. Our portfolio comprises the following core businesses: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, and Nutrition & Care; the standalone businesses are grouped into the Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions segments. In 2025, BASF generated global sales of approximately \u20ac60 billion. <\/p>\n
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