In October 2021, BASF announced a price increase of USD 0.15 per pound for dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA) in North America as part of its pricing strategy. This development aims to offset rising raw material and operational costs. The hike affects multiple sectors, as DMAPA is a key precursor in betaine production used in shampoos and liquid soaps. It also supports applications in dyes, lubricant additives, and rubber adhesion products. The move is expected to stabilize supply margins and reinforce BASF’s position in essential chemical intermediates across various industries
