OPPANOL®

Superb barrier properties 

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Excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates 

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High flexibility over a broad temperature range 

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OPPANOL® One product – many opportunities

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OPPANOL® One product – many opportunities

There is a good reason why we at BASF refer to our polyisobutene (PIB) as 'the global all-arounder': The unique range of properties, combined in a single product, make our OPPANOL® the perfect solution for a diverse spectrum of applications. Polyisobutene is suited to enhance manufacturing processes and product effectiveness.

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The Polyisobutene (PIB) of BASF

BASF's unique strength of more than 85 years of PIB experience, technical experts in all regions and the widest product portfolio in the market makes us our customers’ reliable partner. Supported by numerous certifications, BASF OPPANOL® is the ideal solution for a wide range of industries, including the automotive, construction, packaging, electronics and food sectors.

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OPPANOL® Sustainability

At BASF, we strive to continuously enhance sustainability within our industry. That is why we launched our OPPANOL® B BMBcert™ Biomass Balanced portfolio. It is the first polyisobutene derived from 100% renewable feedstock delivering measurable CO2 savings. BASF’s certified OPPANOL® B BMBcert™ Biomass Balanced portfolio enable customers to differentiate their products from competition and helps towards achieving their sustainability goals. All of that without compromising on performance and quality.

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OPPANOL® Quality standards

We are committed to highest quality standards. Depending on the industry and application, OPPANOL® has numerous certifications such as Food Contact US and EU, Food Additive in several regions and countries, Quality Management and/or Ethical Certifications

✓  ISO 9001: 2015 (Quality Management System)

✓  Kosher and Halal Certified

✓  Relevant documents for Food and Gum regulations

✓  Relevant food safety systems for OPPANOL®

— HACCP certified and Food Safety System Certification 22000 (FSSC 22000) implemented for OPPANOL® B grades

— HARPC plan implemented for OPPANOL® N grades

✓  Environmental / Energy certified

— ISO 14001: 2015 for OPPANOL® N grades and OPPANOL® B grades

— ISO 50001: 2011 for OPPANOL® B grades

✓  Food Safety System Certification 22000 (FSSC 22000) for OPPANOL® B grades

✓ Certified according to REDcert2 standard for the chemical industry for biomass balanced products

OPPANOL® Portfolio

Depending on the challenge at hand, the OPPANOL® polyisobutene product family can enable formulations that provide a water vapor barrier, electrical insulation, good adhesion, flexibility at low temperatures or no skin irritation. Our customers can meet their specific requirements by combining the various grades of OPPANOL® to enable tailored solutions.

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OPPANOL® Expertise

With a worldwide distribution network and backward-integration into key raw materials, BASF’s OPPANOL® offer maximum reliability in supply chain and product quality. A global network of technical service centers provides optimal support by a committed team helping our customers to be more successful.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about OPPANOL®

Why is BASF‘s polyisobutene called OPPANOL® ?

First polyisobutenes were produced by BASF in Germany's Ludwigshafen-Oppau in 1931. Introduction to market was consequently conducted under the tradename of OPPANOL®. By today, the brand spans a broad range of grades which are pure isobutene homopolymers and highly suitable for use in various applications in a broad range of industries.

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