MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich.,
Feb. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/
-- Henkel announces North American price increases on
industrial products for the automotive and metals industries.
The increases are a result of ongoing escalation of raw
material and energy costs. Product categories that will be
affected are adhesives, sealants, lubricants and surface
treatment products.
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The first increases were implemented in January, and the
remaining will take into effect throughout 2012 based on product
type. Increases will vary by chemical platforms, and customers will
be notified directly and in advance to any pricing changes.
Henkel feels compelled to take this step in order to further
ensure delivery of the same high quality product and service
standards expected by its customers.
About Henkel
Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in
three business areas: Laundry & Home Care,
Cosmetics/Toiletries, and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876,
Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer
and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil,
Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 48,000 people and
reported sales of
$20.07 billion and
adjusted operating profit of
$2.27
billion in fiscal 2010. Henkel's preferred shares are listed
in the German stock index DAX and the company ranks among the
Fortune Global 500.
Web site: www.henkelna.com/automotive
SOURCE Henkel Corporation