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BASF New Business

MaterialsLudwigshafen, Germany· One of 961 Materials companies tracked by AMPulse

Develops and supplies advanced polymer materials (filaments, powders, resins) and system solutions for industrial additive manufacturing, enabling high-performance 3D printing applications across sectors like automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods.

CEO / Founder
Markus Kamieth
Team Size
10000+
Stage
Subsidiary
Total Funding
Undisclosed
Key Investors
BASF SE

Technology & Products

Key Products

Ultrasint® polyamide powders for SLS; Innofil3D filaments for FDM/FFF; Photopolymer resins for SLA/DLP; TPU and composite materials

Technological Advantage

Proprietary polymer formulations (e.g., high-temperature resistance, flame retardancy) protected by BASF's extensive patent portfolio; integrated approach combining materials, application engineering, and service solutions.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

Provides a comprehensive portfolio of proprietary polymer materials (e.g., Ultrasint® powders, Innofil3D filaments) that enhance part strength, durability, and surface finish, reducing post-processing needs and enabling cost-effective production of end-use parts.

How They Differentiate

Offers one of the largest portfolios of industrial polymer AM materials with BASF's chemical innovation backbone, versus Covestro's focus on high-tech polymers or Evonik's specialty powders; provides integrated solutions from material development to application support.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Industrial manufacturers, OEMs, and service bureaus seeking high-performance, application-specific 3D printing materials and integrated solutions.

Industry Verticals

Automotive; Aerospace; Consumer Goods; Healthcare; Electronics

Competitors

Covestro; Evonik; Arkema

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

BASF's 3D printing materials business grew 50% in 2021, with over 100 materials in its portfolio and global production facilities in Germany, the US, and China

Major Milestones

2017: Acquired Innofil3D; 2019: Launched BASF 3D Printing Solutions GmbH; 2019: Acquired Sculpteo; 2020s: Expanded materials portfolio via acquisitions (Advanc3D, Setup Solutions); 2023: Management buy-out formed Forward AM Technologies

Notable Customers

BMW; Airbus; Adidas

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Why this company matters

BASF New Business develops and supplies advanced polymer materials for industrial additive manufacturing, including filaments, powders, and resins. Its portfolio covers MEX, PBF-LB, VPP-SLA, and VPP-DLP processes, with products such as Ultrasint polyamide powders for SLS, Innofil3D filaments for FDM, and photopolymer resins for SLA and DLP. The company positions itself as a one-stop materials supplier for OEMs and service bureaus seeking application-specific formulations.

The core technological advantage lies in proprietary polymer chemistry developed within BASF's global R&D network. Materials are engineered for high-temperature resistance, flame retardancy, and improved surface finish, reducing post-processing requirements for end-use parts. BASF's integrated approach combines material development with application engineering and service support, differentiating it from competitors like Covestro, Evonik, and Arkema.

Key end markets include automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, healthcare, and electronics. Named customers include BMW, Airbus, and Adidas. BASF has expanded its AM capabilities through acquisitions of Innofil3D (2017), Sculpteo (2019), Advanc3D Materials, and Setup Solutions. In 2023, a management buy-out formed Forward AM Technologies. BASF's 3D printing materials business grew 50% in 2021, with over 100 materials in its portfolio and production facilities in Germany, the US, and China.

The strategic moat is BASF's chemical innovation backbone and global production scale, which enable tailored materials with superior mechanical properties. A key open question is how the Forward AM spin-out will maintain access to BASF's R&D resources and whether it can sustain growth against specialized competitors in high-performance polymer AM.