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DuPont Titanium Technologies Announces a Price Increase for Titanium Dioxide Grades in North America
WILMINGTON, Del., June 1, 2006 -- DuPont Titanium Technologies today announced a price increase for all DuPont titanium dioxide (TiO2) grades sold in North America.

Effective June 15, 2006, or as permitted by contract, North American (U.S. and Canada) prices for DuPont coatings, plastics, specialty, and laminate titanium dioxide grades will increase by four (4) cents per pound (US$).
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 announced directly within the local regions.
DuPont Titanium Technologies is the world‚s largest manufacturer of titanium dioxide, serving customers globally in the coatings, paper and plastics industries.

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