27 Jul 2022 --- With the certification of BASF’s production site in Cassina Rizzardi, Italy, BASF is the “first” chemical company to offer certified environmentally sustainable coconut oil-based personal care ingredients in line with its Care 360° program for environmental sustainability.Coconut oil is an essential raw material in the chemical industry. BASF utilizes coconut oil to make cosmetics, detergents and cleaning agents, as well as culinary additives.