Hong Kong - August 24, 2006
Effective September 1, 2006, or as contract terms allow, Dow Epoxy – a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company – will increase prices for peroxymeric chemicals and hydroxyalkyl acrylates in Asia Pacific (including India and Pakistan) at the following rates:
| Product | Price Increase By |
|---|---|
| TONE™ Monomer and Polyols | 15% |
| TONE Polymers and M-Series Monomers | 25% |
| CYRACURE™ Cycloaliphatic Epoxides | 10% |
| Hydroxyalkyl Acrylates | US$200/MT |
Dow said the high feedstock cost and tight supply situation are the primary reasons for the price increase.
Customers who would like more information about the price increases should contact their local Dow sales representative.
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For Editorial Information:
Ava Luong
Dow Chemical Pacific Limited
+852 2879 7343
