HUNTSMAN TO DISPLAY CAPABILITIES AT EUROCOAT 2006

Organisations wanting to see leading edge technologies for coating, construction, adhesive and elastomer applications should visit the Huntsman stand (Stand G5) at Eurocoat 2006.

[ClickPress, Fri Sep 15 2006] Organisations wanting to see leading edge technologies for coating, construction, adhesive and elastomer applications should visit the Huntsman stand (Stand G5) at Eurocoat 2006.

From the 3 - 5 October, experts from Huntsman will be available in Barcelona, to provide authoritative advice on how best to improve the performance of coating, adhesive and elastomer products.
Specific emphasis at the show will be given to Huntsman’s latest developments in environmentally-friendly systems such as low emission hardeners. This will include waterborne, high solids and low volatile organic compounds (VOC) which are ideally suited for use in paint, coating, and construction applications.

In addition, Huntsman will demonstrate the full capabilities of its range of Araldite® engineering adhesives plus its portfolio of TIOXIDE® pigments. As a leading global producer of titanium dioxide - a brilliant white pigment that provides whiteness and opacity - Huntsman’s portfolio of TIOXIDE® pigments are recognised around the world and used in a vast array of everyday products including coatings, inks, plastics, cosmetics and food.

Huntsman will also use the event to showcase its leading edge MDI products and technologies plus its thermoplastic ranges including its Suprasec®, smartLite®, Irogran®, Irostic® and Irodur® ranges for use in coatings, adhesives and elastomers.

Huntsman’s skilled research and development teams work side-by-side with customers to develop new technologies, further innovation and improve the overall efficiency of tried, tested and brand new products. With nearly 5,000 global patents, granted or pending, Huntsman has an established track record in scientific and technological advancement.

Notes to editors
Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and commodity chemicals. Its operating companies manufacture basic products for a variety of global industries including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, footwear, paints and coatings, construction, technology, agriculture, health care, textiles, detergent, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging. Originally known for pioneering innovations in packaging, and later, rapid and integrated growth in petrochemicals, Huntsman today has 11,300 employees, 57 operations in 22 countries and had 2005 revenues of $13 billion.
Statements in this release that are not historical are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management’s current beliefs and expectations. The forward-looking statements in this release are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances and involve risks and uncertainties that may affect the company’s operations, markets, products, services, prices and other factors as discussed in the Huntsman companies’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Significant risks and uncertainties may relate to, but are not limited to, financial, economic, competitive, environmental, political, legal, regulatory and technological factors. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the company’s expectations will be realized. The company assumes no obligation to provide revisions to any forward-looking statements should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws.
Press office details
For press information or to arrange an interview with a representative from Huntsman, please contact: Natalie Yates / Kim Bithel / Nick Tapper at Ware Anthony Rust by telephone on +44 (0) 1223 566 212 / +44 (0) 7917 116983 or be email at natalie.yates@war.uk.com / kim.bithel@war.ik.com / nick.tapper@war.uk.com