Kraton Polymers LLC has announced a price increase in Europe for its clear and oil extended SBS polymers of €100 per metric ton. The increase will go into effect on October 1, 2005.

"Upward trends in raw material and energy costs, as well as tight supply of key raw materials have impacted availability," said Stephen Evans, general manager for Paving, Roofing and Footwear.

Kraton Polymers LLC is a global specialty chemical company and is the world's largest producer of styrenic block copolymers ("SBCs"), which enhance the performance of applications including adhesives and sealants, Its production facilities are located in the United States, The Netherlands, Germany, France, Brazil and Japan.