Dow Announces North American MDI and TDI Price Increases
MIDLAND, MI - March 08, 2007
The Dow Chemical Company will increase its prices in the United States and Canada for the following polyurethane products effective April 1, 2007:
- VORANATE™ toluene diisocyanate (TDI) by U.S. $0.10/pound.
- Methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) by U.S. $0.05/pound.
“Tight supply conditions globally, along with continued volatility in raw materials and energy costs are the driving forces behind this price increase,” said Tom Feige, North American product marketing manager, Dow Polyurethanes.
Customers interested in learning more about this price increase should contact their local Dow sales representative.
About Dow Polyurethanes
Dow is the world's largest producer of polyether polyols, a leading producer of quality aromatic isocyanates, such as MDI and TDI, and a major supplier of propylene oxide, an essential component of polyether polyols. Dow's polyurethanes products and formulated systems are used in rigid foams, flexible foams, adhesives, sealants, coatings, and elastomers, as well as many other applications. Dow also offers the latest in polyol technology with its VORANOL™ VORACTIV™ polyols, part of an ongoing initiative by Dow to lead the industry in providing high-performance products with reduced VOC-emissions. For more information, visit www.dowpolyurethanes.com, www.pusystems.com and www.voractiv.com.
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