Dow Acquires Rohm and Haas

April, 2009

Dear Valued Supplier:

We are pleased to advise you that The Dow Chemical Company has completed the acquisition of Rohm and Haas which makes Dow the world’s leading specialty chemicals and advanced materials company, creating an outstanding business portfolio with significant growth opportunities.

Dow recognizes that suppliers play a vital role in our ability to do business, and we look forward to working with you as we venture into this next chapter of our company’s history.  No doubt, it will bring even more focus on the needs and expectations for Dow to deliver to its customers; and your role, as a valued supplier, is important to this success.  

Dow and Rohm and Haas Purchasing will continue to operate under their existing procedures for all purchase orders, shipments, and invoicing.  Until further notice, please work with your existing contacts and follow your existing processes.  

We look forward to working with you as we continue to transform our company and achieve our corporate commitments.  Please feel free to contact your Purchasing representative should you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Dow Purchasing