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BBAASSFF,, TThhee CChheemmiiccaall CCoommppaannyy,, is the world’s leading chemical company. In 2006, BASF achievedglobal sales of $65.7 billion and North American sales of $14.3 billion. At the end of 2006, the employee team was more than 95,000 globally, with 15,500 employees located in North America.BASF’s production operations are located in more than 100 large sites throughout the world,with a presence in 170 countries, covering all economic regions. BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF AG, Ludwigshafen, Germany.

VViissiioonnAs the world’s leading chemical company, we want to create assets that benefit all: our customers,our shareholders, our employees, our Company, as well as the countries in which we operate.Together, our Vision and Values form the framework for all of our decisions and activities.

• We are “The Chemical Company” successfully operating in all major markets.

• Our customers view BASF as their partner of choice.

• Our innovative products, intelligent solutions and services make us the most competent worldwide supplier in the chemical industry.

• We generate a high return on assets.

• We strive for sustainable development.

• We welcome change as an opportunity.

• We, the employees of BASF, together ensure our success.

VVaalluueess• Sustainable profitable performance• Innovation for the success of our customers• Safety, health, environmental responsibility

• Personal and professional competence• Mutual respect and open dialogue• Integrity

CChheemmiiccaallssOur range of chemicals starts with basic petrochemicalsand inorganics for captive use, and extends to intermediatesand specialties for the external market.

PPllaassttiiccssBASF is one of the leading global producers of styrenics,engineering plastics and polyurethanes.

PPeerrffoorrmmaannccee PPrroodduuccttssTailor-made products and application processes are importantto customers in the performance products segment.

AAggrriiccuullttuurraall PPrroodduuccttss aanndd NNuuttrriittiioonnBASF is a major supplier of agricultural products and finechemicals to the farming, food processing, pharmaceuticals,animal and human nutrition, and personal care industries.

OOiill aanndd GGaassThrough our subsidiary Wintershall AG, BASF explores and producescrude oil and natural gas.

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BASF employees can feel proud of the impact that their contribution has on excellence in business,quality, service, safety, the environment – and much more. BASF is consistently recognized nationallyand globally by a number of industries and interests. The following are some examples:

• FORTUNE® magazine names BASF one of the “Most Admired”chemical companies

• BASF Catalysts facility receives Hyundai’s top quality award

• BASF wins Toyota’s award for excellent quality for second consecutive year

• The Coatings Divisions of BASF Corporation and BASF Mexicana are honoredby General Motors with the “Supplier of the Year” award

• BASF is named by Ford as one of its preferred suppliers of automotive products and services

• BASF’s Near-Zero Energy Home in Paterson, New Jersey receives New Jersey 2006 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award,New Jersey Clean Energy Leadership Award, and goes Platinum with LEED® Rating

• BASF Petrochemicals Business Unit receives GE’s ecomagination Leadership Award

• BASF Corporate Communications wins Holmes Group’s Gold SABRE Award for Communications in Change Management

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BBAASSFF’’ss CCoommmmiittmmeenntt ttoo tthhee eennvviirroonnmmeenntt –– ssuussttaaiinnaabbllee ddeevveellooppmmeennttAs an integral component of our decision-making process, sustainable development drives innovation in chemistry that improves the quality of life. It presents market opportunities for eco-efficient products and practices that result in long-term profitable performance. Sustainable Development promotes the utilization of natural resources that meet the needs of the present while ensuring that the needs of future generations are met.

PPuubblliicc rreeccooggnniittiioonn ffoorr ssuussttaaiinnaabbiilliittyy aanndd ttrraannssppaarreennccyy• BASF shares are included in top sustainability indices such as Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes World

• BASF is included in the Global 100 list of the world’s most sustainable companies for the second time running

• Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) includes BASF in its Climate Leadership Index

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DDooeess ddiivveerrssiittyy rreeaallllyy mmaatttteerr aatt BBAASSFF??At BASF Corporation, we value the differences in our workforceas they are key to the success of our business and to theachievement of our status as “partner of choice.” Consistentwith our values, BASF has an inclusive environment thatpromotes respect and dignity for all in the work place.

VVaalluuiinngg ddiivveerrssiittyy aass aa ccoommppeettiittiivvee aaddvvaannttaaggeeIn all markets where BASF is active, we aim to be an attractive employerand to provide our customers with contacts who are used to dealing withdiverse requirements. We therefore view diversity as a clear competitiveedge in the global economy.

Diverse cultural backgrounds, individual perspectives, experience, waysof thinking and approaches help us to address challenges faster andmore creatively.

BBAASSFF CCoorrppoorraattiioonn’’ss DDiivveerrssiittyy AAlllliiaanncceeThe Diversity Alliance is BASF Corporation’s response to the ever-changing work place; to recognize and address diversity issues within the corporate structure; and to steer our organization toward the Diversity Vision. The Diversity Alliance leverages existing communities, committees and professions with team member representation.

We make many products better with highly advanced technology, manufacturing excellence andrelentless innovation. We'll make your career better, too, with outstanding career advancementopportunities, unique training and development programs, and a stable, supportive, collaborative environment.

BASF Corporation offers employees a competitive array of bbeenneeffiittss from which to choose to providecomprehensive coverage to meet their individual and family needs.*

BASF also promotes continuing eedduuccaattiioonn,, pprrooffeessssiioonnaall ddeevveellooppmmeenntt and internal advancementwith opportunities that offer mobility and distinguish us as one of the world’s premier organizations.

For employment information, visit www.basf.com/careers

*Eligibility requirements and certain limitations may apply, depending on work location and/or length of service.

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• Medical/Pharmacy/Dental• Life Insurance • Disability Coverage• Health and Dependent Care Flexible

Spending Accounts• Employee Assistance Program• Voluntary Auto, Home and Other Insurance

• Adoption Assistance• 401(k) With Employer Match aanndd Contribution• Educational Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement• Matching Gifts to Higher Education• Paid Time Off• Relocation