Effective July 1st 2006, sales prices for all Speciality Polyolefins marketed by Arkema will increase by €150/T.

This latest rise will apply to the trademarks LOTRYL®, LOTADER® and OREVAC® sold around the world.
Raw material, energy and transportation costs have continued to rise over the last two years, and have now reached record levels; forecasts for the 2nd half of 2006 point to further rises.

Accordingly, Arkema has to partially pass these increases on to its sales prices of Speciality Polyolefins.

A global chemical player, Arkema combines 3 related and integrated business segments: Vinyl Products, Industrial Chemicals, and Performance Products. Present in over 40 countries with 18,400 employees, Arkema achieves sales of 5.7 billion euros. With its 6 research centers in France, the United States and Japan, and internationally recognized brands, Arkema holds leadership positions in its principal markets.