Eastman Chemical to raise prices on DOP, 168 NON-PHTHALATE, TOTM and TOTM-CA plasticizers by US$0.10/lb. in North America, Latin America due to elevated operating costs, particularly in raw materials
Alison Gallant
KINGSPORT, Tennessee
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February 1, 2012
(Eastman Chemical)
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Eastman Chemical Company is increasing prices on the following products Feb. 15, or as contracts allow. These increases are due to elevated operating costs, particularly in raw materials.
Eastman™ DOP : Off-list price increase of $USD 0.10/lb ($USD 0.22/kg) in North America and Latin America.
Eastman™ 168 NON-PHTHALATE : Off-list price increase of $USD 0.10/lb ($USD 0.22/kg) in North America and Latin America.
EASTMAN™ TOTM : Off-list price increase of $USD 0.10/lb ($USD 0.22/kg) in North America and Latin America.
EASTMAN™ TOTM-CA : Off-list price increase of $USD 0.10/lb ($USD 0.22/kg) in North America and Latin America.
Eastman's chemicals, fibers and plastics are used as key ingredients in products that people use every day. Approximately 10,000 Eastman employees around the world blend technical expertise and innovation to deliver practical solutions. The company is committed to finding sustainable business opportunities within the diverse markets it serves. A global company headquartered in Kingsport, Tenn., USA, Eastman had 2010 sales of $5.8 billion. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
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