BASF increases production capacity of vitamin A

摘要

BASF increases its production capacities for vitamin A by 25 %. The company has expanded an existing plant in Ludwigs- hafen, Germany, which is part of BASF's Citral Verbund. With this capacity extension, BASF reacted to the rising demand for its high-quality vitamin A products, as well as to the global market growth. Additional capacities are available immediately. Vitamin A is an essential and fat-soluble micro-nutrient. It is used by the human and animal nutrition industries in feed and food products, and also by the personal care sector. Vitamin A supports, for example, the function of the eyes, lungs and skin. It also helps to prevent growth disorders and supports skeletal development.