Effect of exchange rate changes on cash The table below reconciles pre-special income tax expense and the pre-special effective tax rate to their most comparable US GAAP figures. Effective Tax Rate

One major reason is the aging of the population and all its ramifications. Prosthetics: Elderly people may experience loss of a limb due to conditions such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disease or skin cancer.

color and additive masterbatch business, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive; disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; the effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding plastics in jurisdictions where we conduct business; changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online; fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; an ability to achieve or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to acquisition and integration, working capital reductions, costs reductions and employee productivity goals; information systems failures and cyberattacks; and other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation.

Climate change and related drought events are reportedly hindering the growth rate of cork trees, and supplies are limited.

These new Edgetek polycarbonate laser welding formulations include four grades that meet the critical requirements of transmission rate and accommodate suitable pigments and flame retardants that enhance laser absorption without compromising the mechanical performance of weld joints.

Lightweight at less than half the weight of steel springs, with high spring rate and deep deflection for stronger springs and overall cost savings

Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives improved scrap rate and reduced prominent sink marks for putty knife manufacturer

Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives improved scrap rate and reduced prominent sink marks for putty knife manufacturer

Featuring a controlled laser transmission rate and weld width that delivers strength and a smooth surface finish increases part design freedom, and allows for various colors of formulations.

Featuring a controlled laser transmission rate and weld width that delivers strength and a smooth surface finish increases part design freedom, and allows for various colors of formulations.