BASF Launches Upgraded QDYESTM: A greener, High-efficiency Solution for Wide Color Gamut Displays

Ludwigshafen, Germany – September 4, 2025 – BASF is proud to announce a major performance upgrade to its QDYESTM, a cutting-edge quantum dot level (QD-level) solution designed for LCD backlight applications. Implemented in 2025, the upgrade pioneers a greener and highly efficient path for manufacturers aiming to produce wide color gamut displays.

BASF Upgraded Organic Quantum-level Material,QDYES™

QDYES™, first introduced in 2021, utilize innovative organic light-conversion technology to eliminate the need for barrier layers and address environmental concerns associated with traditional QD-level materials, which often contain heavy metals like cadmium and lead. This advancement not only enhances design flexibility, allowing for ultra-narrow bezels, but also meets the increasing demand for sustainable technologies in high-end display products.

The global flat-panel display market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the rising demand for consumer electronics, digital signage, and ultra-high-resolution displays. As manufacturers shift towards wide color gamut displays, the need for environmentally friendly light-conversion solutions becomes paramount. QDYES™ provide an efficient alternative, achieving 100% in DCI-P3 and 80% in Rec2020 gamut when paired with appropriate color filters.

One of the standout features of QDYES™ is its high efficiency and narrow emission spectra, resulting in significant brightness and energy savings. With an upgrade that boasts over a 10% improvement in light efficiency, QDYES™ also maintain excellent color stability and fast optical response, making it ideal for dynamic applications such as gaming and video playback.

Innovation in Light Conversion Solutions: BASF’s QDYES™ Driving Future Display Technologies

BASF’s proprietary Sunvue® color conversion technology enhances QDYES™’s performance by converting long-wavelength blue LED light into high-quality white light while preserving a wide color gamut. This innovative approach reflects BASF’s commitment to sustainability, as QDYES™ are fully RoHS compliant and free from hazardous materials.

"With the upgrade of QDYES™, we demonstrate that organic materials can achieve QD-level display performance, setting a new benchmark in the display market,” stated Jens Liebermann, Senior Vice President, Electronic Materials at BASF. "This solution embodies our strategy of sustainable innovation, providing display manufacturers with a high-performance, eco-friendly alternative."

QDYES™ can be applied in various components, including color conversion films, diffuser plates, and co-extruded sheets. By simplifying production processes and minimizing supply chain complexity, BASF positions itself as the partner of choice for display manufacturers seeking cutting-edge, sustainable designs.