DuPont Titanium Technologies today announced a price increase in the Middle East for all DuPont titanium dioxide grades.
Effective June 15, 2006, or as permitted by contract, prices for all titanium dioxide grades will increase $150 per ton in the Middle East. This increase is supported by market dynamics and significant increases in raw material, energy, fuel costs, as well as reinvestment economics to meet future customer needs. Other regional increases will be announceddirectly within the local regions. DuPont Titanium Technologies is a manufacturer of titanium dioxide, serving customers globally in the coatings, paper and plastics industries.