NORTH AMERICA PRICE CHANGE ANNOUNCEMENT

Mumbai, India, and Marietta, USA – August 31, 2020: Effective October 1, 2020, Birla Carbon will increase prices on all carbon black grades in North America by $70/MT. All shipments made on or after this date are subject to the price increase. Adjustments for customers with supply agreements will be implemented as agreements are renewed.

This increase is necessary to allow for the ongoing investment needed to meet environmental requirements and ensure sustainable operations while continuing to supply high quality products and services demanded by our customers.

Your business with Birla Carbon is valued and your continued support is appreciated. Please contact your Birla Carbon representative should you have questions regarding this price change announcement.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon is a leading global supplier of carbon black. As one of the flagship businesses of the leading Indian multinational conglomerate, the Aditya Birla Group, Birla Carbon provides innovative sustainable carbon black solutions that enhance the performance of paints and coatings, inks and toners, plastics, adhesives, sealants, textile fibers, mechanical rubber goods, and tires. The company’s footprint extends across 12 countries with 16 manufacturing facilities and two state-of-the-art technology centers in Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), providing industry-leading innovation. Its Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon sources, and operating in a socially and ethically responsible manner. For more information, visit www.birlacarbon.com.

For more information, contact;
Roysten Dmello
Corporate Communications
roysten.dmello@adityabirla.com