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	BASF \| www.basf.com.cn

	Innovative Solutions for the Construction Industry
	The construction industry is of great significance to BASF especially in China. Rapid changes in China - new businesses, joint ventures, the introduction of new technologies, shorter product-life cycles, new standards of energy efficiency and an overall booming construction sector - offer major challenges and opportunities. The construction industry is an extremely complex market with a broad spectrum of decision-makers extending from architects to developers. BASF's broad variety of raw materials plays important roles in construction materials and products. They make
	Other materials easier to manufacture, more stable and more durable Construction simpler and more efficient Buildings environmentally friendly and more attractive
	The comprehensive BASF portfolio for the construction industry covers raw materials for a broad spectrum of applications:
	Flooring Membranes Damp / Water Proofing Mortar, Screeds Self-levelling Primers Ceramic Tile Adhesives Sealants, Construction Adhesives Roofing EIFS (exterior insulation finishing system) Plasters/Renders Concrete Admixtures etc.
	BASF's research activities focus strongly on market needs and customer requirements. By working closely with customers from the construction industry, BASF sets impulses for innovations and helps their customers to be more successful. Micronal® PCM (Phase Changing Material) from BASF is one example of such an innovative material used for intelligent temperature management. Building materials modified with Micronal® PCM ensure energy-efficient living areas in an environmentally friendly manner.



	About BASF
	BASF is the world’s leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals to crude oil and natural gas. As a reliable partner to virtually all industries, BASF’s intelligent solutions and high-value products help its customers to be more successful. BASF develops new technologies and uses them to open up additional market opportunities. It combines economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, thus contributing to a better future. In 2004, BASF had approximately 82,000 employees and posted sales of more than €37 billion. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA), New York (BF) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at www.basf.com.

	BASF has been a committed partner to Greater China since 1885. It is one of the biggest foreign investors in the China chemical industry. The company currently has over 4,000 employees and operates 15 wholly owned subsidiaries and 8 joint ventures. In order to stay in tune with local markets, the company maintains 8 offices in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Qingdao, Chengdu and Taipei. In 2004, BASF achieved sales of over EUR 1.9 billion in Greater China. For further information, please visit www.basf.com.cn.