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1 TURKCHEM 2006 November Arkema Press kit

2 TURKCHEM06/E00 Istanbul (Turkey), November Contents 1 - Arkema presents a wide product portfolio. 2 - R-427A (1) : ASHRAE (2) number for Arkema s Forane FX Arkema s Forane 134a UV Glow for swift leak detection in mobile air-conditioning systems. 4 - Arkema announces $ 45 M investment for a Fluorochemicals plant at its Calvert City facility in the United States. 5 - Arkema announces 50% capacity increase at its Changshu Forane 22 production plant in China. 6 - Arkema s Forane Blowing Agents: a range of comprehensive and specific solutions for each application. 7 - Arkema subsidiary and Business Unit Ceca presents its range of Specialty Surfactants. (1) Pending ASHRAE public review and approval. (2) ASHRAE: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

3 TURKCHEM06/E01 Istanbul (Turkey), November Arkema, with its subsidiary Arkema Kimya Sanyi ve Tiracet A.S., exhibits at Turkchem, Istanbul, from November 2nd to 5th, Hall 10 - Stand B46, and presents a wide product portfolio from its three aligned and balanced activities. For the Chlorochemicals and PVC Business Unit: - A range of non-classified synthetic oils for Heat Transfer Fluids at high temperature: Jarytherm DBT is the most popular of our fluids, and offers the best results under atmospheric pressure in the C range. Jarytherm BT 06 accommodates cold temperatures (below 0 C) as well as up to 300 C. Jarytherm AX 320 is a competitive alternative to alkyl benzene and mineral oil at temperatures of up to 310 C. - One of the most widely used dielectric fluids for high voltage capacitors, Jarylec C 101, features highly effective temperature resistance and stress resistance, while Jarylec C101D presents the advantage of a low odor fluid. - Arkema is one of the leading companies in the world for the Friedel & Craft catalyst, anhydrous Aluminum Chloride, which has many applications in Pharmaceutical and Flagrance synthesis. - Chloromethanes - Arkema is Europe's third largest producer in the chlorine/pvc segment with seven production plants in France, and one in Spain. Chloromethanes are produced in the Lavéra plant, on a petrochemical platform along the coast (near Marseille, France). Methyl Chloride, Methylene Chloride and Chloroform are widely used as solvents in many applications, including the pharmaceuticals industry and process intermediates in the chemical industry. The manufacturing facility complies with the ISO 9001 and ISA standards. Arkema's chloromethanes are of very high purity, and comply with the European Pharmacopoeia. For the Acrylics Business Unit: - A complete range of Acrylic and Methacrylic monomers marketed under the Norsocryl brand, widely used in sectors such as coatings, adhesives, textile, building, healthcare. - Specialty acrylic and methacrylic monomers marketed under the Norsocryl brand. Solutions to improve our industrial partners end-applications for automotive paints and technical adhesives, and to formulate a large number of polymer materials. - Superabsorbent polymers - Aquakeep, Norsocryl -, used in the personal hygiene and medical fields and in industrial applications.

4 For the Thiochemicals Business Unit: - Mercaptans used primarily as feedstock in the manufacture of amino acids for animal feed, as chain transfer agents for polymerization, and as intermediates in agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. - A range of Amines with: Alkylamines, which find applications as intermediates in agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, as a catalyst for foundry resin, and as feedstock for rubber additives and more complex amines. Alkylalkanolamines, used primarily as intermediates in detergent manufacture, water treatment, lubricants and coatings, and as gas treatment agents. DEHA, used mostly as a polymerization additive and an intermediate in water treatment. For the Organic Peroxides Business Unit: the Luperox product range with applications in: - Polymerization Luperox organic peroxides are radical polymerization initiators for commodity polymers such as polystyrene and styrenic copolymers (SAN, ABS, SBR), PVC, low-density polyethylene and acrylics. - Curing of Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) The Luperox range of unsaturated polyester resin hardeners primarily consists of ketone peroxides, peresters, perketals and benzoyl peroxides. They are used for the hot and cold curing of unsaturated polyester resins. In the polyester processing industry, Luperox organic peroxides are used particularly in the building, transportation and leisure sectors. - Crosslinking applications. In crosslinking applications, Luperox products act on the polymer itself, not the initial monomer. It builds bridges between the polymer chains to improve the mechanical properties and heat resistance of the product. The main market applications in this sector are cable and wire manufacturing and industrial rubber products for the automobile, construction and footwear industries. For the Fluorochemicals Business Unit: - Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) marketed under the Forane brand, as well as HFC and HCFC blends, in the following markets worldwide: Refrigerants for refrigeration and air conditioning, including commercial, construction, automotive and other applications. Blowing agents for polymer foams, specifically polyurethane and polystyrene. Feedstock for the production of fluoropolymers. Degreasing, cleaning and drying solvents. Aerosol sprays, (mainly for pharmaceutical applications)

5 A global chemical player, Arkema consists of 3 related and integrated business segments: - Vinyl Products: Chlorochemicals and PVC, Vinyl Compounds, Pipes and Profiles (Alphacan), - Industrial Chemicals: Acrylics, PMMA (Altuglas International), Thiochemicals, Fluorochemicals, Hydrogen Peroxide, - Performance Products: Technical Polymers, Specialty Chemicals (Ceca), Organic Peroxides, Additives, Urea Formaldehyde Resins, Agrochemicals (Cerexagri). Arkema develops its activities by combining safety and environmental protection, client proximity, industrial reliability, and competitiveness. Present in over 40 countries with 18,400 employees, Arkema achieves sales of 5.7 billion euros. With its 6 research centers in France, the United States and Japan, and internationally recognized brands, Arkema holds leadership positions in its principal markets. Arkema kimya sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. is the marketing subsidiary of the Arkema Group in Turkey. Established in 1995 in Istanbul, it markets a full range of chemicals, with the full backup of its nearby production sites in Europe. Arkema kimya is totally devoted to its Turkish customers through strong technical support. Our customers benefit from a highly qualified team of 11 people, supported by a worldwide network of experts. Arkema kimya achieves sales of nearly 60 million euros in Turkey. CONTACTS: Press in Turkey: Emine Sahinler Tel: +90 (0) emine.sahinler@arkema.com Press rest of the world: Aline Teyssier Tel.: +33 (0) aline.teyssier@arkema.com

TURKCHEM06/E02 Istanbul (Turkey), November 2-5 2006 R-427A (1) : ASHRAE (2) number for Arkema s Forane FX 100 Following the adoption of the European regulation on HCFCs (3) (n 2037/2000/EC) dated

2010. Developed to replace R-22 in existing refrigeration and air-conditioning installations, and already chosen by a large number of users throughout Europe as the solution for their retrofits,

A dossier for the registration of Forane FX 100 under standard ASHRAE (2) 34 was filed and examined, unchallenged, in June 2006.

6 TURKCHEM06/E02 Istanbul (Turkey), November R-427A (1) : ASHRAE (2) number for Arkema s Forane FX 100 Following the adoption of the European regulation on HCFCs (3) (n 2037/2000/EC) dated June , the use of virgin HCFCs (3), already banned in a large number of new installations since January 2001 in Europe, will also be banned for the maintenance of existing installations from Developed to replace R-22 in existing refrigeration and air-conditioning installations, and already chosen by a large number of users throughout Europe as the solution for their retrofits, Forane FX 100 should shortly be officially granted an ASHRAE number: R-427A (1). A dossier for the registration of Forane FX 100 under standard ASHRAE (2) 34 was filed and examined, unchallenged, in June The R-427A (1) designation and A1 (1) classification (non-toxic, non-flammable) put forward following the discussions are currently undergoing public review and approval by ASHRAE (2), as required by the procedure. Formal approval is expected in the coming weeks. Forane FX 100, a 100% HFC blend, allows the easy retrofit of existing R-22 equipment, requiring just one drainage of the system s original oil followed by its direct replacement with a POE (PolyOilEster) lubricant. Optimum performance similar to that of R-22 can be achieved without the need for a long rinse of the circuit thanks to a high tolerance to the residual mineral or alkylbenzene oil. Combining environmental protection, performance and simplicity is now possible with R-427A (1). (1) Pending ASHRAE public review and approval. (2) ASHRAE: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (3) HCFC: Hydrochlorofluorocarbons info.forane@arkema.com CONTACTS: Press Aline Teyssier Tel.: +33 (0) aline.teyssier@arkema.com Product Valérie Allègre Tel.: +33 (0) valerie.allegre@arkema.com Joachim Merziger Tel.: +33 (0) joachim.merziger@arkema.com

7 TURKCHEM06/E03 Istanbul (Turkey), November Arkema s Forane 134a UV Glow for swift leak detection in mobile air-conditioning systems Because leak detection in mobile air-conditioning equipment can be a difficult and time-consuming process due to the complexity of the systems, Arkema offers an improved version of R-134a: Forane 134a UV Glow. Featuring an added UV (1) colorant, this refrigerant fluid is designed to enable leaks from HFC (2) -134a automotive air-conditioning systems to be detected quickly and efficiently. This refrigerant combines the benefits of standard HFC (2) -134a and an effective colorant. The aging of materials, mechanical vibrations, and perforation of the condenser through impact or corrosion are all potential sources of leaks from automotive air-conditioning equipment. In this application (air-conditioning for cars, buses, truck cabs, farm vehicles), the detection of leaks in the engine compartment is particularly difficult. With the colorant contained in Forane 134a UV Glow, leaks can be detected and located without delay by simply shining a UV (1) lamp over the equipment. The unique and patented formulation of Forane 134a UV Glow offers a long-lasting colorant effect even if Recover/Recycle/Recharge machines are regularly used for the maintenance of the systems. Based on latest-generation colorants, this formulation produces a powerful UV (1) glow: only a few ppm (3) of dye in the leaking refrigerant/oil mixture is necessary to locate the leak. The detection of leaks is therefore possible over a long period of time despite the different maintenance intervention. Forane 134a UV Glow complies with the SAE (4 J 2297 standard, is stable over time and compatible with every component of the air-conditioning circuit, in particular the compressor s lubricating oil. With a low UV (1) additive concentration, Forane 134a UV Glow offers the same performance and thermodynamic properties as standard R-134a. This product also fulfills the essential safety criteria (non-toxic, non-flammable) defined by the ASHRAE (5) 34 and EN (6) 378 international standards. It can be used without any additional precautions.

8 By helping control refrigerant fluid leaks, Forane 134a UV Glow makes a positive contribution to the reduction of refrigerant gas emissions to the atmosphere. Moreover better maintenance results in more energy-efficient equipment, and, indirectly, in lower polluting combustion gas emissions. info.forane@arkema.com (1) UV = ultraviolet (2) HFC = hydrofluorocarbons (3) ppm = parts per million (4) SAE = Society of Automotive Engineers (5) ASHRAE = American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (6) EN = European Standard CONTACTS: Press Aline Teyssier Tel.: +33 (0) aline.teyssier@arkema.com Product Valérie Allègre Tel.: +33 (0) valerie.allegre@arkema.com Joachim Merziger Tel.: +33 (0) joachim.merziger@arkema.com

9 TURKCHEM06/E04 Istanbul (Turkey), November Paris, February 15th 2006 Arkema announces $ 45 M investment for a Fluorochemicals plant at its Calvert City facility in the United States Arkema, the world s second largest fluorochemicals producer, announces an investment of the order of $ 45 M to convert one of its Calvert City (Kentucky) units, using Arkema-patented technology, to produce the HFC-32 next-generation refrigerant fluid. HFC-32 is an essential component of tomorrow s refrigerant blends (HFCs or HydroFluoroCarbons), including Forane 410A which has emerged as the successor to HCFC-22 refrigerant. Scheduled to begin its phase-out by the year 2010 in North America, Forane 22 will be replaced by Forane 410A over the next few years. According to Pierre Chanoine, Group President of Arkema s Fluorochemicals Division, «with this investment, Arkema will strengthen its position as a leader in the development of new HFC fluorochemicals, and assist its customers in their transition to the growing HFC blend technology». A strategic facility to supply the North American market Scheduled for startup in 2007, the world-scale Calvert City HFC-32 refrigerant production plant will benefit from the technological experience of the Zaramillo HFC-32 production plant launched successfully in Spain in With this capacity addition, Arkema s Calvert City plant will become the world s largest HFC-32 production site, benefiting from proven technology, an ideal location to supply the North American market, and experienced personnel. The project confirms Arkema s commitment to environmentally sound new-generation refrigerants. Calvert City plant, Kentucky, USA

10 Arkema, a world leader in fluorochemicals The world s second largest fluorochemicals producer, Arkema currently operates four industrial facilities: Pierre-Bénite in France, Zaramillo in Spain, Changshu in China, and Calvert City in the United States. The products manufactured in these plants are sold under the Forane trademark to the refrigeration and air-conditioning (construction and automobile), insulating foam, solvent, and aerosol industries. info.forane@arkema.com CONTACTS: Corporate press Jacques Badaroux Tel.: Fax: jacques.badaroux@arkema.com Sybille Chaix Tel.: Fax: sybille.chaix@arkema.com

TURKCHEM06/E05 Istanbul (Turkey), November 2-5 2006 Paris, April 7th 2006 Arkema announces 50% capacity increase at its Changshu Forane 22 production plant in China The world s second leading

11 TURKCHEM06/E05 Istanbul (Turkey), November Paris, April 7th 2006 Arkema announces 50% capacity increase at its Changshu Forane 22 production plant in China The world s second leading producer of fluorochemicals, Arkema announces a 50% capacity increase at its Changshu Forane 22 plant in China. Opened in 2000, the Changshu Forane 22 production plant, 120 km west of Shanghai, enjoys hydrofluoric acid integration. A larger production capacity will allow Arkema to develop its position in Asia s buoyant markets, for both refrigeration and the manufacture of fluorinated polymers. Arkema is the sole western producer of fluorochemicals in China. Forane 22 is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) used as a refrigerant fluid for air-conditioning and commercial refrigeration. It is also used as a raw material for the manufacture of a number of polymers, including PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene). The world s second largest producer of fluorochemicals, Arkema currently operates four production facilities on three continents: Pierre-Bénite in France, Zaramillo in Spain, Changshu in China, and Calvert City in the United States. Marketed under the trademark Forane, the products manufactured in these four plants supply the refrigeration and air-conditioning (construction and motorcar), insulating foam, solvent and aerosol industries. info.forane@arkema.com Changshu plant; China CONTACTS: Corporate press Jacques Badaroux Tel.: Fax: jacques.badaroux@arkema.com Sybille Chaix Tel.: Fax: sybille.chaix@arkema.com

12 TURKCHEM06/E6 Istanbul (Turkey), November Arkema s Forane Blowing Agents: a range of comprehensive and specific solutions for each application A major player in blowing agents for insulating foam (construction, refrigeration) for many years, offers a number of specific solutions for the various markets. Forane 141b is an HCFC (1) whose renowned performance has benefited manufacturers of rigid polyurethane foam for over ten years. This is currently the most cost-effective blowing agent, and its use, albeit restricted by the Montreal Protocol, is still authorized in many countries, as follows: - in the European Union until 2009 for the modification of polyols exported outside, - in the rest of the world until 2040, except North America and Japan (where HCFC-141b was banned in January 2003 and January 2004 respectively). Forane 142b and Forane 142b/22 are HCFC gases which fulfill the requirements of the non-ec European, North American and Japanese markets. They feature in particular good solubility in raw materials and good properties at low temperature. Forane 134a is a zero ODP (2) HFC (3) non-flammable gas which is an excellent long-term substitute to HCFC-141b in applications where a gaseous blowing agent can be used. Launched on the market by in 1999, Forane 134a is widely available. It is an effective substitute to 142b in XPS and other thermoplastic foams. Forane HFC 365mfc, pure or blended with Forane HFC 227ea (7 or 13 % by weight) is the perfect liquid alternative to HCFC 141b in Europe, Asia and Japan. HFC 365mfc is a zero ODP liquid which is non-flammable when used in combination with HFC 227ea. It is today very well accepted in Europe in the PU business. is the world s leading producer of fluorinated blowing agents, with production facilities in Europe (Pierre-Bénite, France) and the United States (Calvert City, Kentucky). is committed to being the global leader in blowing agents for the foam industry, and, accordingly, is working to bring new products to this changing market.

Transcend trans-1,2 dichloroethylene is a zero ODP liquid which has a very low GWP (4). It helps solubilize HFCs in polyols, especially gaseous grades like 134a.

13 Transcend trans-1,2 dichloroethylene is a zero ODP liquid which has a very low GWP (4). It helps solubilize HFCs in polyols, especially gaseous grades like 134a. It is also used as an additive to improve the fire properties of pentane-based PUR and PIR foam. s foam-dedicated R&D in Europe near Lyon and in the US in King of Prussia offers its customers day-to-day technical support as well as collaboration in developing new blowing systems. Forane Blowing agents for construction insulation (1) Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (2) Ozone Depletion Potential (3) Hydrofluorocarbon (4) Global Warming Potential CONTACTS : Aline TEYSSIER Tél. : +33 (0) aline.teyssier@arkemagroup.com Antonio PARANHOS-NETO Tél. : +33 (0) antonio.paranhos-neto@arkemagroup.com

TURKCHEM06/E07 Istanbul (Turkey), November 2-5 2006 > Press information CECA Specialty Surfactants. TURKCHEM 2006 November 2006 CECA presents its Specialty Surfactants range.

14 TURKCHEM06/E07 Istanbul (Turkey), November > Press information CECA Specialty Surfactants. TURKCHEM 2006 November 2006 CECA presents its Specialty Surfactants range. Paris, October 4th 2006 This tradeshow, held from November 2nd to 5th 2006 in Istanbul, Turkey, is designed to promote exchanges between Chemical sector players. The CECA Specialty Surfactants team will present its extensive Surfactant range at this 2006 edition: FOR THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY: CECA ranks as leader in ethoxylated amines for the plastics industry. The NOROPLAST additives range is renowned for its durable antistatic and antidust properties, and has been granted FDA approval. FOR THE FERTILISER INDUSTRY: CECA produces and markets fertiliser coating agents. All fertilisers (NPK, ammonium nitrate, DAP, urea, etc.) and some of their raw materials tend to cake to a greater or lesser degree during extended bulk storage on the production site, during long-distance transport, and mainly when moisture levels show significant variations. CECA also offers antidust agents that help minimise the formation of fines. Anticaking agents marketed under the tradename FLUIDIRAM offer a solution to professionals in this sector. FOR MINERAL FILLERS: Clays are mineral fillers which occur naturally as hydrophilic flakes. In order to make them compatible with organic media like paints, polymers, inks, greases, oil-based drilling muds, etc., it is highly advisable to react them with quaternary ammonium salts, or simply with alkyl-amines in acid medium. The clays then become organophilic, and so either become excellent rheological additives in liquid medium, or enable excellent dispersion in polymers. In this application, CECA offers under the tradenames NORAM and NORAMIUM one of the most comprehensive cationic surfactants ranges on the market.

15 FOR INDUSTRIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL DETERGENCE: CECA offers Industrial and Institutional Detergent manufacturers a comprehensive range of products: foaming agents for vertical surfaces, thickeners for acid and alkaline gels, lubricants for bottling lines, and low-foam surfactants. Learn more about CECA [ CECA, a subsidiary of the Group, is a world player in Specialty Chemicals. CECA constantly strives to improve its customers performance by creating and developing adsorbents, chemical intermediates, and additives.

Forane 427A Refrigerant

Forane 427A Refrigerant A NEW - % HFC - EASIER RETROFIT FOR EXISTING HCFC-22 INSTALLATIONS www.forane 427A.com Forane 427A Refrigerant A New Retrofit for HCFC-22 no equipment change necessary similar performance