Kingsport, Tenn., Sept. 29, 2009 - Eastman Chemical Company is increasing prices on the following products effective October 1, or as contracts allow. These increases are due to elevated operating costs, particularly in raw materials, energy, and freight.

Eastman™ HPHP Glycol, All Grades: List and off-list price increase of US 0.10/lb. (US 0.22/kg., EUR 0.14 kg.) globally.

Eastman’s chemicals, fibers and plastics are used as key ingredients in products that people use every day. Approximately 10,000 Eastman employees around the world blend technical expertise and innovation to deliver practical solutions. The company is committed to finding sustainable business opportunities within the diverse markets it serves. A global company headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA, Eastman had 2008 sales of $6.7 billion.

For more information about Eastman and its products, visit www.eastman.com.

Media Contact:
Eric Ottersbach
Eastman Chemical Company
Global Pricing Manager
elottersbach@eastman.com

423.229.5164